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Telemedicine

“Telemedicine” is often regarded as synonymous with “video consultations for patients”. These are admittedly part of it but the umbrella term “telemedicine” encompasses far more too. For example, “teleconsultations” between doctors. The articles that follow provide information about the possibilities offered by telemedicine.

Telemedicine: remote healthcare services

Telemedicine means that medical services can be provided remotely, for example, in a video consultation. It supports high-quality nationwide medical care.

Emergency care from the tele-emergency service or tele-stroke unit

In an emergency like a stroke, every minute counts. Tele-emergency services and tele-stroke units can save lives remotely.

Tele-expertise – remote advice from doctor to doctor

Tele-expertise is the use of digital media by doctors to discuss difficult cases or interdisciplinary questions.

Online video appointment

Online video appointments enable doctors to be consulted online. Find out here what is required and how they work.

Telemonitoring

Telemonitoring refers to the monitoring and evaluation of important health parameters remotely. In what areas is telemonitoring used? How does it work?