March 23, 2020

Telehealth for global emergencies: Implications for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Category: Article Summary

Topic: Clinical Characteristics and Health Care Setting

• Smith et al recognize the critical role of telehealth in emergency responses and share strategies for integrating telehealth into the general healthcare system. Some strategies include flexible funding arrangements, training and accrediting our health workforce, redesigning existing models of care and change management strategies. 

Smith et al. (Mar 20, 2020). Telehealth for global emergencies: Implications for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare. https://doi.org/10.1177%2F1357633X20916567