Content Outline

Learning Objectives

1.0 Introduction

2.0 Telemedicine Modalities

2.1 Overview
2.2 Fax and Phone
2.3 Store and Forward
2.4 Real Time Video Teleconferencing
2.5 Web-based Technologies
2.6 Telemedicine Resources: Videoconference System Support

3.0 Diagnostic Peripherals

3.1 General Examination Camera
3.2 Video Otoscope
3.3 Dermascope
3.4 Video Ophthalmoscope
3.5 Light Platform
3.6 Telemedicine Stethoscope

4.0 Telemedicine Connections

4.1 Terminology: Bandwidth, Frame Rate, Resolution, Endpoint, CODEC, POTS, ISDN, IP, Modem
4.2 Bandwidth, Frame Rate and Compression
4.3 Guidelines for Determining Appropriate Bandwidth
4.4 Videoconference Standards: H.320 and H.323; IP Videoconferencing; H.323 Devices
4.5 Preparing for the Telemedicine Encounter
4.6 Troubleshooting Telemedicine Equipment & Connections

5.0 The Telemedicine Environment

5.1 Room Design: Arranging the Space, Lighting, Wall Color, Noise Level, Room Security
5.2 Communications Requirements:Telephone; FAX; Bandwidth; Internet; Peripheral Equipment; Electronic Medical Record; Other
5.3 Telemedicine Equipment Installation: Fixed Installations; Rollabout Units; Desktop Units

6.0 Conclusion

Module 2 Authors