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Unlocking the Future of Telehealth: Essential Insights for Practitioners

Unlocking the Future of Telehealth: Essential Insights for Practitioners

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly increased the adoption of telehealth services, making it essential for healthcare practitioners to stay ahead of the curve. The research article titled "Health workforce perceptions on telehealth augmentation opportunities" offers valuable insights that can help practitioners enhance their telehealth skills and deliver better outcomes for patients.

Key Findings from the Research

The study conducted by Thomas et al. (2023) involved semi-structured focus group discussions with 53 health workforce representatives across Western Australia. The findings highlighted four key areas for telehealth augmentation:

Improvements to Existing Practices

Participants suggested several modifications to current telehealth practices:

Equity and Access Considerations

Ensuring equitable access to telehealth services is crucial. Recommendations include:

Health Workforce-Focused Opportunities

To enhance the effectiveness of telehealth delivery, the study suggests:

Consumer-Focused Opportunities

Enhancing the patient experience is equally important. Recommendations include:

Conclusion

The research provides a comprehensive roadmap for improving telehealth services. By implementing these recommendations, practitioners can enhance both clinician and patient experiences, ensuring that telehealth becomes a viable and effective mode of healthcare delivery.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Health workforce perceptions on telehealth augmentation opportunities.


Citation: Thomas, L. T., Lee, C. M. Y., McClelland, K., Nunis, G., Robinson, S., & Norman, R. (2023). Health workforce perceptions on telehealth augmentation opportunities. BMC Health Services Research, 23(182). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-023-09174-4
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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