Full Description
Ocular Telehealth focuses on the latest guidance for the implementation and use of telemedicine in eye care settings. Detailing both benefits and challenges, this consolidated resource combines evidence-based literature with expert perspectives. Practicing and trainee ophthalmologists and optometrists will find this an indispensable resource for understanding the current issues and opportunities surrounding the integration of telemedicine into standard clinical practice.
Covers a range of topics, including remote patient monitoring, video communication skills, technology selection, and best practices for ensuring patient data protection.
Addresses the challenges associated with integrating telemedicine into clinical practice including reimbursement issues, ethical/legal considerations, implementation strategies, and patient engagement.
Features concise chapters written by a team of thought leaders on telemedicine.
Consolidates today's available information on this timely topic into a single, convenient resource.
Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
Contents
Background, Definitions, and An Introduction to Ocular Telehealth
Comprehensive Eye Telehealth
Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery Telehealth
Cornea, Anterior Segment, and External Disease Telehealth
Glaucoma Telehealth
Retina, Uveitis, Ocular Oncology Telehealth
Pediatric Ocular Telehealth
Tele-Neuro-Ophthalmology
Low Vision Ocular Rehabilitation Telehealth
Highlight on International Ocular Telehealth Programs in China and India
Ocular In-Home Monitoring Devices
Principles of Ocular Telehealth Implementation
Technology Considerations for Implementing an Eye Telehealth Program
Billing, Coding, and Reimbursement in Eye Telehealth Programs
Ethical and Legal Considerations in Eye Telehealth Programs
Monitoring Quality and Improving Services in Ocular Telehealth Programs
Acute Ocular Triage Telehealth
The Role of Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Ocular Telehealth
Education of Future Providers on Ocular Telehealth and Integration of Telehealth Into Future Practice
