My healthcare provider has explained to me how the video conferencing technology will be used to affect such a consultation. I understand that this consultation will not be the same as a direct patient/health care provider visit due to the fact that I will not be in the same room as my healthcare provider.
I understand there are potential risks to this technology, including interruption, unauthorized access and technical difficulties. I understand that my healthcare provider or myself can discontinue the telemedicine consult/visit if it is felt that the videoconferencing connections are not adequate for the situation.
I have had the alternatives to a telemedicine consultation explained to me, and in choosing to participate in a telemedicine consultation, I understand that some parts of the exam involving physical tests may be conducted by individuals at my location at the direction of the consulting health care provider.
The physiotherapists at Tawa Physical Therapy & Sports Injury Clinic are licensed to practice only on clients that are physically located within the province of Alberta at the times of their appointments.
The risks involved with Telemedicine include the potential unintentional release of private information due to the complexities and abnormalities involved with the internet. Viruses, Trojans, and other involuntary intrusions have the ability to grab and release information you may desire to keep private. Furthermore, there is the risk of being overheard by anyone near you if you do not place yourself in a private area and are open to other’s intrusion. The advantages of Telemedicine include the benefit of continuity of care in the absence of your clinician as well as the ability to be treated from any location at any time.