Telehealth for Pediatricians,An Issue of Pediatric Clinics of North America, E-Book

This issue of Pediatric Clinics of North America, curated by Consulting Editor Dr. Bonita Stanton and Guest Editors, provides a comprehensive overview of telehealth in pediatric practice, highlighting both current applications and future opportunities. The issue brings together expert authors to examine the practical, ethical, technical, and policy considerations of telemedicine, offering pediatricians evidence-based guidance for implementing digital health technologies while addressing challenges and emerging trends.

Key Features

• Foundations and Implementation: Articles cover the basics of telehealth, its integration into pediatric practice, and step-by-step strategies for implementation.
• Doctor–Patient Relationship: Exploration of how telehealth affects communication, rapport, and patient engagement in pediatric care.
• Design and Technology: Guidance on design thinking, health app adoption, automated digital health, predictive analytics, and AI in clinical workflows.
• Workforce and Business Models: Insights into workforce trends, reimbursement, and sustainable telehealth business strategies.
• Ethical, Legal, and Social Considerations: Discussion of moral, political, economic, and social dilemmas, as well as technical and regulatory challenges.
• Training and Education: Focus on tele-rounds, case-based training, and high-quality telehealth educational programs for clinicians.
• Global and Emerging Perspectives: Examination of telehealth’s role in global health and opportunities for innovation in pediatric care delivery.