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* Shi, L., & Singh, D. A. (2015). Delivering health care in America: A systems approach. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
*Maheu, M. M., Alen, A., & Whitten, P. (2001). E-Healt, telehealth and telemedicine: A guide to start-up and success. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.

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Some conditions that are evaluated, diagnosed and treated by telemedicine physicians are;

* Insect Bites
* Allergies
* Vomiting
* Rashes
* Sore Throat
* Conjunctivitis

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Telemedicine is performed in real time (Synchronous Technology) and provides virtual interaction between patient and physician.
Telemedicine can also be performed when health data is retrieved and reviewed by the physician at a later time. The patient can receive follow up care. ( Maheu, Allen & Whitten pg.51).

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"distance medicine that uses telecommunication technology formedical diagnosis and patient care when the provider and client are separated by distance" (Shi & Singh, 2015).

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IMPROVED ACCESS TO CARE
IMPROVED QUALITY OF CARE

*Patients who are homebound, limited mobility or transportaion barriers are able to receive medical attention through virtual care.

*Patients in rural areas or located in third world countries can now seek medical attention from physicians not within their reach.

*Patient has direct engagement with the physican; ability to answer direct questions; undivided attention from the physician; easier ability to access the physician versus in-office appointments.

*Telemedicine is cost-effective. Decreased payments for patients due to lesser in-office/in-patient/ emergency room visits.

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Virtual interaction between patient and physician is not limited to general wellness concerns but expands all through specialized physicians.