{"id":2138,"date":"2021-09-08T12:20:50","date_gmt":"2021-09-08T06:50:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medfin.in\/blog\/?p=2138"},"modified":"2024-03-13T09:13:31","modified_gmt":"2024-03-13T03:43:31","slug":"telemedicine-virtual-healthcare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.medfin.in\/blog\/covid-care\/telemedicine-virtual-healthcare\/","title":{"rendered":"Telemedicine \u2013 A Linchpin in The Dawn of Virtual Healthcare"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

The COVID-19 outbreak sparked a surge in patients\u2019 awareness towards telemedicine. It is visible in the soaring appointment numbers and glowing patient satisfaction surveys.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Change in the Indian healthcare landscape :<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Indian healthcare system struggles with accessibility. However, telemedicine has the potential to improve healthcare for India, while the country has a majority of rural population. Telemedicine is a convergence of information and communication technology and medical science. This allows everyone to get high-quality care. It also contributes to the health system’s overall change.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Access to Digital healthcare,\u00a0in the present\u00a0scenario, is the least expensive and quickest solution to bridge the rural\u2013urban health gap. In fact, it is also the way out to handle the Covid-19 issue. The virtual consultations limit the risk of infection spread among health care professionals as well.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Expert opinion :\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

We talked to Dr Shashikiran BD, Medfin expert and surgeon, Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore. Now, as per him, the medical community must advocate telemedicine more actively. \u201cPatients want to meet their doctors in person and get physical examination. Most lifestyle diseases and chronic conditions, on the other hand, do not usually necessitate a physical examination. An online consultation is good to address them,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Again, as per Medfin\u2019s Report, telemedicine enables medical practitioners remain in connection with their patients. The report also suggests of a sharp drop in in-patient consultations. And simultaneously, an exponential uptick in the teleconsultation rate in the four major cities. These cities are Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai and Pune.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

\u201cSince the COVID-19 outbreak, we’ve seen an increase in the number of ENT\u00a0questions from individuals of all ages. This is due to people becoming more aware of sore throats and nasal congestion. Most mild diseases can be addressed with teleconsultation after a thorough clinical examination and assessment. There has also been a spike in ophthalmology calls pertaining to the increased screen-time. Telemedicine\u00a0aids in the first evaluation and diagnosis of people who require surgery\u00a0or other forms of medical attention,\u201d quoted Dr Shashikiran.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Growing need for professional diagnosis<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

There’s growing need for a professional medical diagnosis now. There’re concerns that hospitals may be a point of contact for someone infected with the coronavirus. All this has propelled the growth of telemedicine. This trend isn’t limited to India. Telemedicine is also being used to combat the spread of the virus in other parts of the world.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

As per a recent news report, people are increasingly opting for e-consultations. And they do not want to visit crowded healthcare facilities such as hospitals, clinics, labs, pharmacies, and so on. This is owing to the risk of infection. Medfin reported a 400 % rise in e-consultations\u00a0from the beginning of March 2021. These calls came in from throughout the country. And not only from the big cities where telemedicine is more often used.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The Way forward :<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In a pandemic situation like COVID-19, telemedicine has several uses. Optimum treatment and virtual care are both conceivable and highly useful. It makes advantage of high-definition transmission and clarity to deliver fast, accurate, and real-time advice from experts. Furthermore, in a seamless environment, healthcare practitioners may examine, diagnose, and treat patients. Patients who have undergone surgeries, now do not have to visit hospitals with follow-ups becoming easier with telemedicine. Adopting the most up-to-date telemedicine efforts\u00a0provides\u00a0a healthcare system with a slew of advantages. Time saving is one of the most important one. Telemedicine has the potential to reduce healthcare expenses and increase efficiency and revenue. It can offer patients with greater access to medical services. And this results in happier and healthier patients.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Digital Health Revolution :<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Patients are actively managing their health via healthcare. And telemedicine is a wonderful option with the potential to grow exponentially. As per a study, by 2025, teleconsultation and e-pharmacy will account for roughly 95 percent of the telemedicine business in India. Moreover, this business is worth USD 5.2 billion.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

This is equally creating a direct effect on the Information technology industry as well. The necessity for better connectivity and better resources to access virtual consultations via various apps like Practo, lybrate and Mfine is paving way for more jobs for IT professionals. The National Digital health mission also aims to provide the necessary support for integration of digital health infrastructure in the country. With existing patient and physician adoption levels, as well as new technologies and ecosystems, India is in a good position to build the digital health ecosystem in the near future.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Useful links :<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Patients Opt For Elective Surgeries As COVID Cases Decline.<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Related Videos :<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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