Covid19 the pandemic disease hitting all over the world .Waiting for the Medicine.Locked down at Home,Plan to consult a Doctor for minor ailments.Worried of going to hospital with people waiting to see Doctor with all kind of viral diseases .
Yes That situation can be overcome using Telemedicine.What is Telemedicine ? In simple words Telemedicine is an Information Technology platform for Patients to consult with Doctor Online.Means with a mobile phone or laptop connected to Internet using Videoconferencing technologies talk to Doctor as if you are in front of Doctor.It is never a replacement for Direct consultation but better for followup care and First consultation.
Doctors and Nurses are also protected using the Telemedicine in some extend.No direct contact with the patients. Also community spread can be effectively controlled.