Medical students’ and educators’ opinions of teleconsultation in practice and undergraduate education: A UK-based mixed-methods study

The results of this study have implications for both medical practice and education. Patient confidentiality, safety, respecting patients' preferences, and accessibility are important considerations for implementing teleconsultations in practice. Education should focus on assessing the appropriateness of teleconsultations, offering accessible and equal care, and developing skills for effective communication and clinical reasoning. High-quality teleconsultation education can influence teleconsultation practice.

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PLoS ONE
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2025-03-06
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0302088
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2
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Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
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Medical students’ and educators’ opinions of teleconsultation in practice and undergraduate education: A UK-based mixed-methods study

Andrew O’Malley, Veronica O’Carroll, Lisa‐Christin Wetzlmair
2 citations
PLoS ONE
Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
3.76
article

Medical students’ and educators’ opinions of teleconsultation in practice and undergraduate education: A UK-based mixed-methods study

Andrew O’Malley, Veronica O’Carroll, Lisa‐Christin Wetzlmair
article en
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Abstract

The results of this study have implications for both medical practice and education. Patient confidentiality, safety, respecting patients' preferences, and accessibility are important considerations for implementing teleconsultations in practice. Education should focus on assessing the appropriateness of teleconsultations, offering accessible and equal care, and developing skills for effective communication and clinical reasoning. High-quality teleconsultation education can influence teleconsultation practice.

PLoS ONEVol. 20(3)
University of St Andrews (GB), Glenville State College (US)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 9%
Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
3.76
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