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[Telemedicine in iceland.].

A Brekkan, T Palsson, O H Oddsson

|August 12, 2009

Summary

This survey explores the evolution and current global status of telemedicine, highlighting successful international implementations. It emphasizes telemedicine's potential for equitable healthcare access and education, with a focus on Iceland's developing teleradiology services.

Area of Science:

Healthcare Informatics
Medical Technology
Public Health

Context:

Telemedicine's historical evolution and global landscape are examined.
Current telemedicine applications and their aims are discussed.
Case studies from Canada, Australia, and Norway illustrate successful implementations.

Purpose:

To provide a comprehensive overview of telemedicine's development.
To review the present status of telemedicine worldwide and locally.
To highlight the significance of telemedicine in healthcare delivery and education.

Summary:

The survey traces the history of telemedicine and reviews its current global and local status.
It defines telemedicine and discusses its objectives, citing international examples.

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Impact:

Telemedicine is identified as a crucial tool for improving healthcare equity.
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