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Telemedicine Adoption and Implementation Challenges in Developing Countries

by Sarah Martin 1,*
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JMCR  2023 5(2):45; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231122
Received: 14 September 2023 / Accepted: 19 October 2023 / Published Online: 22 November 2023
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Abstract

This paper explores the challenges faced by developing countries in the adoption and implementation of telemedicine. The rapid technological advancements in the healthcare sector have led to the increased adoption of telemedicine as a means to bridge the gap in healthcare access, particularly in remote and underserved regions. However, several factors have emerged as significant barriers to the successful integration of telemedicine in these countries. The first challenge is the lack of infrastructure, both in terms of internet connectivity and the necessary equipment for telemedicine services. The second challenge is the lack of skilled healthcare professionals who can effectively utilize telemedicine platforms. Additionally, issues such as poor regulatory frameworks, cultural barriers, and the high cost of telemedicine services have hindered widespread adoption. The paper provides an overview of the current state of telemedicine in developing countries and discusses the strategies that can be employed to promote its successful implementation. It concludes that while telemedicine holds great potential for improving healthcare delivery in these countries, overcoming the identified challenges is crucial for its long-term sustainability.

Keywords: Telemedicine, Developing countries, Healthcare access, Infrastructure, Implementation challenges.;
Copyright: © 2023 by Martin. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

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Martin, S. Telemedicine Adoption and Implementation Challenges in Developing Countries. Journal of Medical Care Research, 2023, 5, 45. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231122
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Martin S. Telemedicine Adoption and Implementation Challenges in Developing Countries. Journal of Medical Care Research; 2023, 5(2):45. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231122
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Martin, Sarah 2023. "Telemedicine Adoption and Implementation Challenges in Developing Countries" Journal of Medical Care Research 5, no.2:45. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231122
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Martin, S. (2023). Telemedicine Adoption and Implementation Challenges in Developing Countries. Journal of Medical Care Research, 5(2), 45. https://doi.org/10.69610/j.jmcr.20231122

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