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What role do you see artificial intelligence and machine learning playing in the future of telehealth and healthcare as a whole ?
Telemedicine is leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence ( AI ) to enable doctors to make data-driven , real-time decisions that have the potential to enhance the patient experience and improve health outcomes . By incorporating AI into telemedicine , healthcare providers can explore virtual care alternatives across the entire care continuum . A study conducted by MIT revealed that healthcare facilities adopting AI reported significant benefits . Around 75 % of these facilities experienced improved illness management capacity , while 4 out of 5 reported a reduction in employee fatigue . These findings highlight the promising role of AI in shaping the future of medical delivery .
What is your vision for the future of healthcare delivery , and how does telehealth fit into that vision ?
In envisioning the future of healthcare delivery , my focus centers on facilitating a transformative shift from curative to preventive care , and from traditional hospital and clinic settings to the comfort and convenience of patients ' homes . This vision is intricately woven with advancements in healthcare information technology , culminating in a seamless integration of telehealth solutions . As a proponent of progressive healthcare , my goal is to leverage telehealth ' s potential to enhance accessibility , efficiency , and patient-centeredness .
Telehealth acts as a catalyst for revolutionizing healthcare delivery . With remote patient monitoring devices and digital health platforms , individuals can engage in self-care , track vital signs , and seamlessly share data with their healthcare providers . This collaborative approach encourages early detection of potential health issues , empowers individuals to make informed lifestyle choices , and ultimately reduces the burden of acute care services .
In this future-oriented healthcare ecosystem , telehealth integrates harmoniously with other innovative technologies , such as artificial intelligence and machine learning . These advancements will optimize diagnostic accuracy , enable predictive analytics , and empower healthcare professionals to deliver tailored treatments and interventions based on comprehensive data analysis .
With 20 + years of vast experience in the field of telemedicine , Apollo Hospitals has created the largest and oldest multi-specialty telemedicine network in South Asia . Apollo TeleHealth specialises in integrated healthcare delivery to provide services such as TeleConsultations , Tele Radiology , Tele Cardiology , Tele Condition Management , and Tele-ICU services among others .

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