While the technology that enables telemedicine has been around for a long time, Covid-19 catalysed its large-scale adoption by patients and providers for the first time. For chronic conditions, there is a tremendous opportunity for patients to save time and money by addressing some aspects of care remotely through telemedicine. Penda Health runs “Pigia Penda”?—?a 24-hour telephone hotline, where anyone can get their medical questions answered. At the end of the day, the goal is one – ensuring patients get safe and effective health care conveniently. - The writer is chief medical officer at Penda Health.

Source: Standard Digital July 04, 2020 11:48 UTC