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1. American Journal of Accountable Care
Author: Maryam Alvandi
Date Published: March 10, 2017
2. Chiron Health
chironhealth.com/telemedicine/what-is-telemedicine

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What is it? Medical alternatives for busy lifestyles.

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The current focus of healthcare is aimed at cost-containment, improving care delivery, and meeting increasing consumer demands. The ability to achieve success in these areas makes telemedicine an attractive tool.

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Increased access and efficiency
Improve healthcare quality
Overcomes geographic barriers
Increase patient satisfaction
Improves long-term care management
Autonomy for patients
Earlier intervention for providers

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Perceived inferior due to lack of "hands on"
Reimbursement eligibility and costs
Requires multiprovince licensure
Increase potential for malpractice
Privacy and confidentiality
Resistance to change
Not perceived as "real" medicine

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Daisy (Developer) has the ability to recognize strengths in others and cultivate their potential.
Faith (Futuristic) has the ability to inspire other members of the team to see the potential in what Telemedicine could be if integrated.
Matthew (Maximizer) can see all the strengths of the group as well as the strengths of incorporating telemedicine and has ideas that will produce exceptional outcomes.
Randall (Relator) finds enjoyment in the process of bringing the group together and working hard to achieve group goals.
Carter (Communication) will be instrumental for developing the groups thoughts and ideas to and presenting them in an entertaining yet, persuasive manner.

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The use of telemedicine has the potential to overcome obstacles especially for those in rural health communities and those with limited access to care. It could increase the number of providers available to those with minimal access or for those who are unable to travel due to financial constraints or lack of transportation. With easier access to care, telemedicine could alter the progression of life-threatening illnesses and provide beneficial resources for health management. Through technology, telemedicine could decrease wait times and enhance patient satisfaction allowing more face-to-face interaction for those with immediate/critical needs.

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Alvandi, Maryam. (2017). Telemedicine and its role in revolutionizing healthcare delivery. The American Journal of Accountable Care. 5(1) e1-e5. Retrieved from https://www.ajmc.com/journals/ajac/2017/2017-vol5-n1/telemedicine-and-its-role-in-revolutionizing-healthcare-delivery

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