American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Position Paper on the Use of Telemedicine for Allergists.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-2017

Identifier

DOI: 10.1016/j.anai.2017.09.052

Abstract

The integration of telecommunications and information systems in health care first began 4 decades ago with 500 patient consultations performed via interactive television. The use of telemedicine services and technology to deliver health care at a distance is increasing exponentially. Concomitant with this rapid expansion is the exciting ability to provide enhancements in quality and safety of care. Telemedicine enables increased access to care, improvement in health outcomes, reduction in medical costs, better resource use, expanded educational opportunities, and enhanced collaboration between patients and physicians. These potential benefits should be weighed against the risks and challenges of using telemedicine. The American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology advocates for incorporation of meaningful and sustained use of telemedicine in allergy and immunology practice. This article serves to offer policy and position statements of the use of telemedicine pertinent to the allergy and immunology subspecialty.

Journal Title

Annals of allergy, asthma & immunology : official publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology

Volume

119

Issue

6

First Page

512

Last Page

517

MeSH Keywords

Allergists; Humans; Patient Satisfaction; Physician-Patient Relations; Referral and Consultation; Remote Consultation; United States; Videoconferencing

Keywords

Allergists; Patient Satisfaction; Physician-Patient Relations; Referral and Consultation; Remote Consultation; Videoconferencing

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