As digital health evolves, Access TeleCare remains committed to leading the charge. Dr. Annie Tsui, our chief of neurology, discusses three key telemedicine impact areas in HIT Consultant’s article, “25 Executive Digital Health Predictions & Trends to Watch in 2025,” Patients needing healthcare in the U.S. face a daunting reality: by 2036, the physician shortage could reach 86,000 providers, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). This shortage threatens to create longer wait times and exacerbate healthcare inequities. However, as Tsui emphasizes, telemedicine offers a promising solution.
“The physician shortage will continue to limit healthcare options for patients, but technology will ease the burden on clinicians and increase accessibility for those seeking care,” Tsui explains.
From virtual consults with specialists to providing life-saving care in rural communities, our technology connects patients to the care they need when they need it most.
“Knowing that patients may wait a year-plus for a specialist appointment, I can’t emphasize enough the importance of two things: preventative care and telemedicine,” Tsui adds.
By encouraging regular engagement with primary care physicians, routine check-ups, and healthy lifestyle choices, patients can reduce the need for specialized care down the road.
“Patients may also be unaware of how broadly telemedicine has been adopted over the past few years in order to expand access to care, including at their local hospital,” Tsui notes.
To dive deeper into Dr. Tsui’s insights and predictions for the future of digital health, read HIT Consultant’s full article here.
