Telemedicine booths, also known as teleconsultation or telehealth booths, are public booths in which a patient is examined remotely by a physician. They offer complete solutions that include the essential equipment of a medical practice that can be used by the patient independently. Originally these booths were developed to compensate for the absence of doctors in medical deserts. Subsequently, interest in them has increased significantly since the Covid-19 pandemic.
Telemedicine booths are generally easily accessible and located in public places. They are enclosed, soundproofed areas equipped with a seat where the patient can sit in front of a screen to talk to a doctor. Both can see and hear each other to facilitate communication. Booths are equipped with a range of connected, easy-to-use diagnostic instruments that allow the doctor to perform the examination remotely. They also often have a printer to facilitate the exchange of documents between the patient and doctor (a checkup certificate or prescription for example).
How does a teleconsultation take place in a booth?
The doctor and patient communicate via video transmission. The latter follows the instructions of the healthcare professional and takes his or her own vital signs independently. In some cases, the patient may be assisted by a medical assistant, such as a pharmacist, nurse’s aide or nurse. The results obtained are transmitted via a secure interface to the doctor. The doctor can then deliver a diagnosis and perform the checkup. If necessary, he or she can also issue a prescription.
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Several criteria should be considered when choosing a telemedicine booth, in particular its ease of access, the number of instruments it includes, how easy these instruments are to use, how easy the booth is to clean, its soundproofing and ventilation.
Telemedicine booths are generally intended to be installed in public places, but there are also solutions adapted for healthcare structures.
Here are the public places where a telemedicine booth can be installed:
Here are some healthcare structures where a telemedicine booth can be installed:
We can cite four main constraints related to purchasing a telemedicine booth: size, the need for a good internet connection, price and the availability of doctors.
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