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Translating complex clinical environments to virtual care: Standards of Care in Virtual Medicine in Canada [Health care services, delivery, and financing]

Annals of Family Medicine

Results Regulatory bodies defined virtual care similarly, however differences were noted in the inclusion of synchronicity and interprofessional consultation. Some governing bodies require prior licensure for "out-of-province" physicians to provide telemedicine within their jurisdictions.

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ICU telemedicine programs bring essential critical care to community hospitals

Sound Physicians

Partnering with a telemedicine critical care team alleviates the pressure on both the hospitalist team and the patients. With time, the partnership between tele-intensivists and hospitalists brings more confidence and allows for more patients — and patients with higher-acuity needs — to receive care locally.

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A qualitative evaluation of the implementation of a pre-consultation tool for older adults in primary care [Geriatrics]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Pre-consultation telemedicine tools have been proposed as an effective solution to optimize the care of the growing number of older patients with chronic conditions. The ESOGER tool is a telemedicine tool in the form of a telephone assessment questionnaire for individuals aged 65 and over.

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Vitamin Deficiency Symptoms: Early Warning Signs and How to Fix Them

Edge Family Medicine

If symptoms persist, schedule a consultation for a professional evaluation. If vision issues persist, consult an eye specialist. Convenient telemedicine options for consultations. These deficiencies affect oral tissue health, leading to painful sores and bleeding. Why Choose Edge Family Medicine?

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What to Expect During a Primary Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

With the growth of telehealth, many people now schedule a telemedicine appointment to begin care—especially for follow-ups, medication refills, or minor concerns. Some patients even start with a same day medical appointment online, especially through telemedicine companies or 24-hour virtual care services. Absolutely.

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For shared decision-making, telemedicine may be as effective as in-person appointments

Medical Xpress

Telemedicine may be just as effective as in-person visits when it comes to shared decision-making and communication for patients undergoing a first-time surgery consultation, according to a study published as an "article in press" in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons and presented at the Southern Surgical Association 134th Annual Meeting (..)

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The Evolution of Concierge Medicine: What 20 years in the industry have taught me

Concierge Choice Physicians

We weren’t consultants that swooped in, upended everything, and left. I remain confident that a company built on choice can adapt to whatever comes next: AI, direct pay, telemedicine, physician shortages, changes to Medicare payment structures, etc. Our relationship was always built on ongoing service and support.