Comparing Telemedicine and In-Person Clinical Evaluations for Pediatric Urology Concerns
Telemedicine may promote equitable health care delivery, particularly in rural and underserved regions. While patient and provider satisfaction with telemedicine appear to be high, it remains unclear if telemedicine accomplishes the same clinical goals as in-person clinic visits. We undertook this study to compare the differences in history-taking, physical examination, and recommended follow-up in new pediatric urology patients seen via telemedicine and in-person.
Source: Journal of Surgical Research - Category: Surgery Authors: Trang Duong, Kathleen Kieran Tags: Healthcare Delivery, Quality, and Safety Source Type: research
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