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Telemedicine in Armenia.

R S Istepanian¹, H Nikogosian

¹Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Brunel University, Uxbridge, UK. Robert.Istepanian@brunel.ac.uk

Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare

|November 9, 2000

Summary

Telemedicine in Armenia, initiated after the 1988 earthquake, is expanding through educational programs and internet-based services. Future integration promises improved healthcare access, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

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Area of Science:

Medical Informatics
Public Health
International Health

Background:

Telemedicine in Armenia originated with the US Telemedicine Space Bridge program post-1988 earthquake.
Educational collaborations exist between Boston University School of Medicine and Yerevan's Emergency Hospital.
Internet-based telemedicine initiatives are active, such as at Diagnostica Medical Centre in Yerevan.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline the historical development and current state of telemedicine in Armenia.
To highlight the potential benefits of integrating telemedicine and telehealth services.
To present Armenian telemedicine activities as models for other former Soviet republics.

Main Methods:

Historical review of telemedicine initiatives in Armenia.
Description of ongoing educational and internet-based telemedicine programs.
Analysis of potential impacts on healthcare delivery.

Main Results:

Telemedicine adoption in Armenia has evolved from post-disaster aid to ongoing educational and internet-based programs.
Existing telemedicine activities demonstrate potential for collaborative projects.
The integration of telemedicine and telehealth is expected to yield significant benefits.

Conclusions:

Armenia's telemedicine initiatives provide valuable models for neighboring countries.
Future integration of telemedicine and telehealth services is poised to enhance healthcare quality and accessibility.
The adoption of telemedicine can lead to more cost-effective healthcare solutions.

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