Medical-Economic and Ecological Impact of Anesthesia Teleconsultation: Retrospective Observational Study

Teleconsultations for preanesthetic assessment demonstrated significant economic and ecological advantages without compromising clinical safety or patient satisfaction. Patients reported high levels of satisfaction and minimal attachment to in-person consultations and appreciated the convenience of remote access. This model reduces unnecessary travel, limits health care-related GHG emissions, and generates considerable cost savings for both patients and public health systems. These findings support broader integration of teleconsultations into routine anesthetic care, particularly for low-risk outpatient surgical candidates. Expanding teleconsultation eligibility criteria could enhance health care system efficiency and contribute to sustainable medical practice.