Navigating Challenges and Innovations in Global Healthcare

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Author(s): Malkeet Singh (Chaudhary Devi Lal University, India), Khem Chand (Lovely Professional University, India)and Mandeep Singh (Chandigarh University, India)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 36
Source title: Driving Global Health and Sustainable Development Goals With Smart Technology
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Mohit Kukreti (University of Technology and Applied Sceinces, Oman), Sabina Sehajpal (Chandigarh University, India), Rajesh Tiwari (Graphic Era University, India)and Kiran Sood (Chitkara University, India)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-0240-9.ch013

Keywords: Environment & Agriculture / Information Science Reference / Public Health and Welfare / Sustainable Development

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Telemedicine and remote care have redefined the contours of healthcare delivery by bridging geographical barriers and enhancing accessibility, particularly in underserved and low-income communities. This chapter delves into the evolution of telemedicine, underscoring its transformative role in reducing disparities in healthcare access. It further explores the cost-effectiveness of telehealth models, presenting data to illustrate affordability and long-term economic viability. The chapter concludes by analyzing the macroeconomic impact of expanding telemedicine services, including workforce shifts, infrastructural investments, and implications for healthcare policy. The potential of telemedicine to recalibrate the healthcare landscape is immense, but it demands thoughtful integration with existing systems, regulatory foresight, and continuous technological innovation to ensure equitable, sustainable care.

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