Telemedicine: The Future of Healthcare

Dr.Vishakh Varma, 3 mins read

With the changing landscape and technological innovation, many industries are undergoing several changes. Healthcare is one of them. The dreadful period of Covid-19 has put light on the need for continuous structural and technological transformation in the health sector to improve patient care. 

Many technologies have recently come into the picture, which are significantly transforming the industry. One of them is Telemedicine. You may have heard about this earlier. But what exactly is it? And how it can change the future of healthcare? 

Well, telemedicine is a new-gen solution that allows patients to consult doctors right from their homes. The technology offers a range of benefits to both patients and doctors, which we’ll discuss later in this blog.

The telemedicine market has grown significantly over the past few years. The approach has evolved to such an extent that it has now become an integral part of many healthcare organisations, including Aakash Healthcare. 

Benefits

• Convenient

One of the cornerstones of this technology is the convenience it provides. With it, you don’t have to drive to the hospital or clinic and wait in a lobby when you’re sick. You can consult a doctor from the comfort of your own bed or sofa. Virtual visits easily fit into the person’s busy schedule.

• Infection Control

This is one of the reasons behind the success of telemedicine. Doctors can pre-screen their patients on virtual visits to control infectious illnesses. It also helps patients to prevent themselves from exposure to other people infected with any contagious infection.

• Quicker Access to Care

Getting in-person appointments sometimes takes weeks because of the busy schedule of doctors. With telemedicine, doctors have the advantage of utilising their time effectively. They can talk with their patients right from their homes. 

• Secured

Telemedicine applications are designed with secure technology to protect patient’s privacy. Also, the technology ensures the patient gets their doctor’s undivided attention.   

Telemedicine is useful in many situations for both doctors and patients. For example:

• Discussing symptoms and diagnosing the problem
• Prescription refill
  
• Clearing medical doubts
  
• Easier follow-up
  
• Managing chronic conditions
  

Some Salient Features

• A patient can easily register on the app using minimal information and advanced features.
• The app has a Patient Dashboard which comprises the patient’s medical and personal information.
• Doctor’s Catalogue is another feature that contains the doctor’s qualification, area of specialisation, experience and availability.
• The app is integrated with a calendar that reminds doctors and patients about the appointment status.
• You have the option of video, text and audio consultation.
• Safe and secured payment gateway.

Takeaway!

The range of advantages of telemedicine over the conventional approach is continuously shifting the mindset of the community at large. This shift is driving a huge change in healthcare which is contributing to better patient care.

At Aakash Healthcare, we offer telemedicine services that allow seamless online consultation, e-prescriptions, home sample collection & medicine delivery. Our professionals are available round-the-clock to assist you with your healthcare needs. 

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