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Telemedicine in Sweden--a diffusion study.

L H Sjögren1, C Sandberg, H Törnqvist

  • 1SPRI (Swedish Institute for Health Services Development), Stockholm, Sweden. lotta.holm@spri.se

Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare
|October 27, 1999
PubMed
Summary

A survey revealed that 60% of Swedish hospitals utilize telemedicine, with 15% planning implementation. Teleradiology and specialist consultations are the most common applications, enhancing healthcare access across regions.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Informatics
  • Healthcare Management
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Telemedicine adoption is increasing globally, transforming healthcare delivery.
  • Understanding current telemedicine usage patterns is crucial for strategic planning and resource allocation in healthcare systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To survey the current landscape of telemedicine utilization in Swedish hospitals.
  • To identify the prevalence, applications, and regional variations of telemedicine services in Sweden.

Main Methods:

  • A nationwide survey was conducted among hospital management in Sweden.
  • A high response rate of nearly 90% was achieved, ensuring robust data collection.
  • Data analysis focused on the percentage of hospitals involved in telemedicine activities and the types of services offered.

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Main Results:

  • 60% of surveyed hospitals were actively engaged in telemedicine activities.
  • An additional 15% of hospitals were planning to implement telemedicine services.
  • Teleradiology was the most frequent telemedicine application, followed by specialist consultations (54%) and paramedic-hospital consultations (13%).

Conclusions:

  • Telemedicine is widely adopted and planned in Swedish hospitals, indicating a significant shift towards digital healthcare.
  • Established communication links in both rural and populated regions support telemedicine integration.
  • The findings highlight the potential for further expansion and optimization of telemedicine services in Sweden.