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Telemedicine can be divided into three main categories: store-and-forward, remote monitoring, and real-time interactive services. Each type plays an important role in healthcare and, when properly implemented, offers significant benefits to both healthcare providers and patients. Store-and-Forward Telemedicine Store-and-forward telemedicine eliminates the need for face-to-face consultations. Instead, medical information like images or biosignals is collected … Read more

Telemedicine uses various technologies to transfer clinical information, and the internet has expanded its reach across all medical specialties. One significant application in radiology is called “teleradiology.” Radiology involves medical imaging techniques such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to diagnose or treat patients. Teleradiology allows these images to be obtained, … Read more

Telemedicine support for village doctors may be key to improving healthcare access for rural China’s elderly, particularly those at risk of life-threatening complications from untreated atrial fibrillation (AF), according to research presented at the ESC Congress 2024 in London, UK. AF, a common heart rhythm disorder, is a leading cause of ischemic stroke, affecting an … Read more

Clinical follow-up using virtual voice technology, like the system offered by MyPocketDoctor, has proven effective in identifying complications after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) with high patient satisfaction, according to research presented at ESC Congress 2024. Dr. Marta Herrero Brocal from the Dr. Balmis General University Hospital of Alicante, Spain, explained the rationale behind developing … Read more

In primary care, telemedicine often takes the form of phone calls where patients seek advice from doctors about non-emergency medical issues that do not require in-person visits. Telemedicine complements, rather than replaces, face-to-face consultations when they are necessary. The primary advantage of telemedicine is the convenience it offers both patients and practitioners by eliminating the … Read more

Cutting-edge implants might soon be fueled by innovative dual-energy harvesting technology, offering promising advancements in the realm of implantable biomedical devices. Researchers at Penn State have developed a groundbreaking wireless charging device poised to revolutionize the power supply for next-generation implants, addressing current limitations while ensuring safety for the human body.

New research from Cornell University challenges the long-held belief that a newborn’s immune system is merely an immature version of an adult’s. Instead, the study reveals that newborns’ T cells, the white blood cells crucial for disease protection, exhibit superior performance compared to those of adults when combating various infections.

Recent research led by Assistant Professor Jorge Fresneda from the New Jersey Institute of Technology reveals that while machines cannot yet think, they are now capable of validating human emotions. Fresneda, initially trained as a chemist and now an expert in neuroanalytics, investigates how measurements of brain activity and skin conductance can accurately predict emotions. This research has implications across various fields, including entertainment, management, marketing, and well-being.

Digital Health CEO Reveals Top Telehealth Trends for 2024 As we enter into Q4 and begin setting goals for next year, health executives are looking to 2024 and anticipating what it might bring. Open Loop CEO and Co-founder, Dr. Jon Lensing, gives us his take on evolving virtual care market with the trends and innovations … Read more

Leveraging Technology for a Sustainable Future The healthcare industry stands at a pivotal juncture. The pandemic’s shadow lingers, casting long wait times and clinician burnout across a landscape riddled with hospital closures. Recovery demands a strategic approach, one that balances the promise of technology with the human touch at its core. While challenges abound, opportunities … Read more