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You are here > Home > Reading Lists > Healthcare Technology & Health Information Management > Essentials of Telemedicine & Telecare Essentials of Telemedicine and Telecare A. C. Norris Softcover: 188 pages ISBN 0471531510 John Wiley & Sons January 2002 Price $70.00   Rapid advancement of telecommunications and information technology has created the potential for high-quality expert healthcare to be delivered when and where it is needed. "...The author of this excellent book … has reviewed the subject clearly and thoroughly..." - Family Practice, Vol.19, No.4, 2002 This book charts the development of the telemedicine industry, defines its current scope and reveals the potential of new methodologies. This essential guide also addresses the strategic, technical and operational issues faced by clinicians and health care managers considering the introduction of telemedicine services, while also offering solutions for a variety of situations. "…if you need a detailed working knowledge of the field it will help…" - Primary Health Care, April 2003 Explains the main features of telemedicine and telecare Reviews the technology needed for telemedicine Describes how to develop, deliver and evaluate telemedicine services Considers the associated ethical and legal issues Includes an in-depth survey of the literature with over 300 references to research articles and hyperlinks to associated websites "...Informative and easy to read, it is packed with interesting information and facts. An essential read." - Nursing Times, 18 June 2002 This book provides a good working knowledge of the subject matter for health administrators, physicians and technicians. This provides discussion, information and resources under the following topics: Origins and Development. Definitions of Telemedicine, Telehealth and Telecare. Origins and Development of Telemedicine. Drivers of Telemedicine and Telecare. Telemedicine in Developed and Underdeveloped Countries. The Future of Telemedicine. Scope, Benefits and Limitations of Telemedicine. Types of Telemedicine. Patients and Caregivers. Benefits and Limitations of Telemedicine. Barriers to Progress. Technology of Telemedicine Systems. Information Types and Transmissions. Teleconsultation System Components. Telecommunications Options. Integration and Operational Issues. Telemedicine Service Providers and Applications. Mainstream Health Sector Services. Commercial Services and Other Agencies. Development and Delivery of Telemedicine Services. The Strategic Context of Service Development. The Evaluation of Pilot Studies. Developing and Delivering a Telemedicine Service. Ethical and Legal Aspects of Telemedicine. Confidentiality, Patient Rights and Consent. Data Protection and Security. Ethical and Legal Aspects of the Internet. Telemedical Malpractice. Jurisdictional Issues. Intellectual Property Rights. Telemedicine Books and Web Sites. Norris provides an excellent summary of the telemedicine literature, and much pragmatic advice for those involved in health service implementation and administration" - British Medical Journal, 4 May 2002 (information from the publisher) You may also be interested in / The Directory of Healthcare Recruiters / Jump to a List / Health Administration & Leadership / Physician Executive, Medical Staff & Practice Management / Finance, Accounting, Economics, Billing & Reimbursement / Coding for Hospital, Physician & Clinical Services / Law, Malpractice, Ethics, Accreditation & Compliance / Quality Improvement, Outcomes & Customer Service / Risk Management, Security, Error Reduction & Patient Safety / Information Systems, Technology & Medical Records / Clinical Management & Executive Nursing / Behavioral Health, Social Work & Psychiatry Management / Human Resources, Management & Supervision / Directories, Data, Trends & Benchmarks / Software & CD-ROMs / Gift Ideas & Recommended Gifts / Journals, Magazines & Newsletters / Search for Books / Books Index / Go to / Home Page / Toolbox for Health Administrators / Bookstore /