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Telemedicine (Step-By-Step (Register on their website, Book an appointment…
Telemedicine
Step-By-Step
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Patient will then have to verify their insurance, make payment and give consent.
On the date of the appointment, a video conference will be conducted where patients can address their health concerns,
After the video conference, doctors will write up the medical prescription according to the symptoms shown/given by the patient and send it to the central pharmacy-hospital database
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Evaluation
Privacy/Security
- Information being intercepted during transmission
- Patient’s data may be leaked
Solution
- Encryption of data being transferred ; use proxy server
2.Provide a safe and secure ordering system (i.e. https:// or using a PIN) to protect vital data.
Reliability
- Corruption of files from viruses
- Poor and unreliable Internet Connection
Solution
- Reputable anti virus solutions with regular updates
2.Govt commitment to the project and to assist in the setting up of broadband internet connections in rural areas; change ISP ; create a mirror server
Security
Intrusion from hackers
Solution
Physical Firewall - lock room, biometric authentication
Digital firewall - firewall
Antimalware software programme
Social impacts
Medical health provider
Advantages
Safety
Eliminate the possible transmission of infectious diseases or parasites between patients and medical staff. This is particularly an issue where MRSA is a concern.
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Disadvantages
Cost
The cost of telecommunication, data management equipment and of technical training for medical personnel are expensive.
Patients
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Advantages
Cost
Individuals are able to get free quality medical advice in the comfort of their own home instead of paying for a doctor's visit.
Convenience
Patients don’t need special hardware to access online pharmacies. They only need a computer and internet access
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