Remote Care

Apr 19

Virtual and robotic care are reshaping care delivery.

From video consults to remote-controlled robotic surgery, remote care technologies are bridging gaps in access. Telemedicine use grew during the pandemic and remains vital for primary and chronic care for Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), using connected sensors and devices to track vital signs, symptoms, or behaviors outside clinical settings. Telesurgery, on the other hand, can eventually leverage high-speed networks and robotics to enable expert intervention across borders, promising global access to complex procedures.

  
  Pros and Cons Table
  
        Pros
        Cons
      
        Expands access to care and specialists
        Requires high-speed and stable internet
      
        Reduces patient travel and healthcare strain
        Limited tech literacy
      
        Enables remote triage and follow-ups
        Some cases still require in-person care
      
        Supports continuity of chronic and mental health care
        High cost and complex implementation
      
        Facilitates training and collaboration among clinicians
        Regulatory, licensing, and data privacy hurdles

Telehealth services (all remote health-related services, both clinical & non-clinical) depend on secure digital platforms. RPM collects data from wearables, home devices, or Apps and sends it to clinicians in real time or periodically. To implement these services, teams need low-latency networks, interoperable systems, reliable data sources, clear alert thresholds, and triage workflows. Providers must invest in infrastructure, train staff, and ensure legal compliance.