Telehealth: Incorporating Interprofessional Practice for Healthcare Professionals in the 21st Century

This book provides evidence-based optimal telehealth training to support interprofessional practice, discussing social determinants of health, health literacy, and aspects of health informatics. It is suitable for students in medical school and professional healthcare programs, showcasing best practices for the safe, appropriate, data-driven, equitable, and team-based adoption of telehealth technology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 12 May 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

In the era of expanding telehealth utilization, Kimberly Noel and Renee Fabus have authored a timely and essential book that addresses the critical need for evidence-based training in telehealth to facilitate interprofessional practice. This comprehensive textbook is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to integrate telehealth into their interprofessional education and clinical practices. It delves into the multifaceted role of social determinants of health, health literacy, and health informatics in telehealth practice, providing insightful examples across various healthcare professions. Written in a clear and concise manner, the book is accessible to students in medical school and a wide range of professional healthcare programs. It employs straightforward language and a logical structure to guide readers through the essential aspects of telehealth, interprofessional telehealth competencies, virtual healthcare, teaching telehealth, and virtual clinical examination skills.

The book's contributions from international experts offer valuable insights and best practices for the safe, appropriate, data-driven, equitable, and team-based adoption of telehealth technology. It includes practical exercises that help bridge theory and practice, allowing readers to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios. Additionally, the book provides a wealth of resources and clinical cases to support readers' learning journey, including online access to relevant websites and additional materials.

By addressing the growing demand for telehealth training and providing a comprehensive and practical guide, this textbook is poised to make a significant impact on the healthcare field. It will empower healthcare professionals to embrace the opportunities offered by telehealth and contribute to improved patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.

Weight: 380g
Dimension: 191 x 235 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702084232