Telemedicine and Telerobotics: Revolutionizing Surgery with Digital Communication

Health Tech – Written Summary —

For the paper –  2-3 page

Respond to the questions below. 

1. At a high level, explain how the technology assists with care delivery

2. Identify the key stakeholders involved in the tech and their roles in the delivery system. 

3. Describe the data collected and with whom it is shared. 

4. Who pays for the tech and is there any reimbursement available for using the technology. (i.e., will insurance cover the cost of this application? Will vendors cover the cost for users?)

5. Describe how this application might improve care delivery and outcomes for patients.

6. How could this technology impact patient satisfaction?

7. What privacy concerns could patients have about this technology?

8. Is this application covered under HIPAA? Explain why or why not.

• ID Stakeholders – Identify all the key stakeholders involved in the application and their roles in the delivery system.

• Data – Describe the data collected and with whom it is shared.

• Cost – Describe how the application is paid for and if any reimbursement is available for providers to use the technology.

• Outcomes – Describe and analyze how this application might improve care delivery and outcomes for patients.

• Patient Satisfaction – How could this technology impact patient satisfaction?

• Privacy Concerns – What privacy concerns could patients have about this technology?

• Subject to HIPAA? – Is this application covered under HIPAA? Explain why or why not.

• Formatting – Citations are correctly made

• Sources –  Sources are peer reviewed. At least 5 sources

Key Components

• Telerobotics

• Telementoring

• Teleconsulting

• Tele-Post-Op Follow-Up

• Tele-education

Stakeholders 

• Patients

• Tech Developers

• Regulatory Bodies

• Healthcare Institutions

• Surgeons/ Providers

Data Collected 

• Medical histories & vital signs

• Consultation records

Data Shared 

• Healthcare providers

• Researchers

• Regulatory bodies

Problems Solved:

• Overcomes geographic barriers

• Addresses rural surgeon shortages.

• Enables remote follow-up.

• Provides surgical mentorship.

Improvements in Care Delivery:

• Reduces travel time/costs.

• Facilitates timely interventions.

• Enhances training via telementoring.

• Supports post-operative care.

Value and Investment:

• Cost-effective: Lowers overhead

• Increases access to expertise.

• Streamlines follow-ups and consultations