What is Remote Healthcare?
Remote healthcare is a type of service where patients can access healthcare professionals through technological tools (computer, tablet, smartphone) without physically visiting them. This service can be provided through different methods such as video call, voice call or correspondence.
Why Remote Healthcare?
- Ease of Access: It is an important solution for people who have difficulty reaching healthcare institutions due to reasons such as geographical distance, time limitation or movement restriction.
- Shortening Waiting Times: Making an appointment and waiting times are eliminated.
- Reduction of Costs: Additional costs such as travel expenses and loss of time are reduced.
- Following up Chronic Diseases: Regular monitoring of people with chronic diseases and management of their treatment processes becomes easier.
- Safe Access During Pandemic Processes: Situations such as pandemics can also make access to healthcare services difficult. Remote healthcare offers a safe alternative in this case.
In Which Situations Can Remote Health Service Be Used?
- Monitoring of chronic diseases:such as diabetes, blood pressure
- Management of treatment processes:Adjusting medication, monitoring side effects
- Consultation:Getting a second opinion from a specialist
- Health education: Gaining information about healthy living
Advantages and Disadvantages of Remote Healthcare
Advantages:
- Accessibility
- Quick and easy
- Cost effective
- Secure
Disadvantages:
- It may not be suitable for every health problem.
- It may not be sufficient for situations requiring physical examination.
- Requires technological infrastructure.
How Can You Access Remote Healthcare?
On the e-Health platform, experienced experts offer comprehensive remote health services. To access these services, simply download the e-Health application or follow the steps on our website.
Important Note:
Remote healthcare does not replace traditional healthcare. However, it can be considered as an additional option to the existing healthcare system. If you have any health problems, it is important to first consult a healthcare professional.
You can consult your doctor or relevant organizations to get more information about remote healthcare.
