Featured Telehealth Articles

31. The Rise Of Telemedicine In Treating Addictions 1/12/2017

    ​Lack of healthcare access to low-income residents in both rural and urban areas present a significant challenge in chronic disease treatment such as substance addiction. By Kumar Venkatesiah

32. How Technology Is Improving The Later Stages Of Life 1/2/2017

    Technology is always a hot topic, especially among teens and younger adults. However, the elderly are increasingly turning to technology to enhance their lives. Recent studies demonstrate technology for seniors can be a low-cost way to “offset significant challenges to well-being encountered in the latest state of life.”

33. Michigan Telehealth Law Requires Patient Consent Prior To Services 1/2/2017

    Legislation poised to set standards for telemedicine industry. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

34. Telehealth Technology Eliminating Barriers, Enhancing Practice Revenue 12/28/2016

    With patient telehealth access jumping 50 percent since 2013, the industry appears to be moving toward virtual care becoming a common, if not expected, method of healthcare delivery. Tom Toperczer, director of product management for Brother OmniJoin

35. GE Healthcare To Use Telehealth In Remote Training For Imaging Specialists 12/16/2016

    Partnership with InTouch Health employs innovative use of telehealth technology for training. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

36. Virtual Care Helps Ease Bottlenecks And Spread Of Disease During Flu Season 11/8/2016

    Telemedicine is not just for diagnosis and chronic care, but also population health management. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

37. Texas Withdraws Suit Against Teladoc 10/31/2016

    Telemedicine wins in the skirmish against the state of Texas. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

38. Improving Staff Training And Patient Education With Telehealth Data 10/13/2016

    Have you ever taken the time to analyze data about your patients? Access to data about common chief complaints can create a valuable step in staff training — a step that can improve the patient experience. By David Thompson, CEO and chief medical officer, Health Navigator

39. Nurse-Managed Clinic Leverages Telehealth To Expand Virtual Health Access 9/30/2016

    National University collaborates with Health Net Connect and iAssay to improve healthcare access. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

40. Walgreens Adds Virtual Dermatology To Telehealth Offerings 9/29/2016

    Iagnosis’ DermatologistOnCall allows patients to get advice for skin conditions. By Christine Kern, contributing writer