Convenient Virtual Consultations in Australia

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What is a virtual consultation?

Virtual consultations are a modern way of delivering traditional consultations. When implemented, they present an opportunity to deliver a secure digital healthcare service to your patients. In doing so, both you and your patient can adapt to the modern way in which we work and communicate. What makes successful virtual consultations?

Can healthcare services be delivered via virtual consultation?

Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, virtual consultations enabled NHS trusts and healthcare providers to deliver online consultations when it was not possible to deliver these appointments in person. This has shown it is possible to deliver healthcare services via virtual consultation.

How do I start a virtual consultation?

There are no downloads, registrations, or passwords required. To start offering virtual consultations, try OneConsultation for free. Virtual consultations provide an alternative to in-person consultations for all aspects of the healthcare industry.

How popular are virtual consultations?

A detailed report submitted to the Health Foundation in December 2014 22 concluded that virtual consultations were popular with both patients (especially young adults) and staff; 480 remote consultations were documented in 104 patients between 2011 and 2014.

How do I set up a successful virtual consultation?

Having a good set up and taking the time to plan your virtual consultations will help them run smoothly and can assist in building rapport with participants. This guide provides practical tips to set up a successful consultation. Background: Try to have a tidy and uncluttered environment.

What is virtual care and telehealth?

Virtual care (otherwise known as telehealth) refers to health care delivery, or related processes (such as education), where one or more of the participants are separated by distance, and information and communications technologies are used to overcome that distance.

How do I join a consultation?

They can join using the options outlined in the participant information guide (computer or mobile app). Alternatively, friends or family can call into the consultation using the telephone. This will allow them to hear (audio only) and provide support. Always begin by introducing yourself to all the consultation participants.

What Is Virtual Consultations

1. https://www.health.gov.au/topics/health-technologies-and-digital-health/about/telehealth
2. https://www.health.vic.gov.au/patient-care/telehealth
3. https://www.nasstar.com/hub/blog/virtual-consultations
4. https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/6/1/e009388
5. https://www.continuouscare.io/blog/8-common-questions-about-remote-care-virtual-consultations-answered/
6. https://www.bmj.com/content/371/bmj.m3945
7. https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/654399/Virtual-care-a-guide-to-a-successful-virtual-consultation.pdf
8. https://www.peoplesense.com.au/news/article/29042021-239/telehealth-counselling-what-are-the-benefits-of-virtual-consultations
9. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/consumer-health/in-depth/telehealth/art-20044878
10. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10500356/

Virtual Consultations Information

1. https://www.ehealth.nsw.gov.au/solutions/virtual-care/consultations
2. https://www.menopausecentre.com.au/information-centre/articles/virtual-consulting-harnessing-the-benefits-of-telehealth-consultations-in-a-changing-world/
3. https://www1.racgp.org.au/ajgp/2022/march/primary-care-virtual-consultations-in-covid