Implementation of virtual consultation between primary and secondary health care in a third-level hospital

Authors

  • Clara Gareta Alquézar Instituto Médico Legal Aragón

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37467/revtechno.v11.4401

Keywords:

Telematic consultation, Primary health care, Secondary health care, Savings

Abstract

Objectives: To evaluate the usefulness of the implementation of telematic consultation between primary and secondary health care in a third-level hospital.
Methods: A descriptive analysis of the telematic consultation between primary care and Urology. Including all consultations of patients over 16 years old, for a period of 27months.
Results: 11824 telematic consultations were evaluated with an average of 438 per month. 395 general practitioners participated. 18% of the consultations were resolved online. The response delay did not exceed 96h in 86% of cases.
Conclusions: It represents the future in communication between primary and secondary care. Allowing to reduce the referrals to the specialist and giving a quick and adequate response.

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Published

2022-12-28

How to Cite

Gareta Alquézar, C. (2022). Implementation of virtual consultation between primary and secondary health care in a third-level hospital. TECHNO REVIEW. International Technology, Science and Society Review Revista Internacional De Tecnología, Ciencia Y Sociedad, 12(2), 1–8. https://doi.org/10.37467/revtechno.v11.4401

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 2 (2022): Monograph: "Research and protocols for modern health improvement"

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Research Articles (Special Issue)

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