ArticleOxford open digital health2025
Bridging the gap: A program case study of the Regional Telemedicine Center of an apex medical center in Southwestern Mindanao, Philippines.
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Abstract
Telemedicine is increasingly recognized as a strategic solution for enhancing healthcare access in isolated areas like the Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. This study examines the implementation and factors affecting the adoption and effectiveness of the Zamboanga City Medical Center Regional Telemedicine Center, which facilitates specialist care and real-time provider collaboration. Despite its benefits in reducing travel and enhancing patient outcomes, adoption is hindered by challenges such as unreliable network connectivity and complex user interfaces. Key contextual factors-technical, organizational, ethical, financial, political, legal, and socioeconomic-necessitate comprehensive policy improvements, training, and infrastructure upgrades. The study concludes that the success of telemedicine depends on comprehensive support systems and standardized practices to ensure consistent quality and advance regional health coverage.
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