Telemedicine: a solution for everyone?

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a rapid transition towards telemedicine, raising concerns about assessment accuracy, medical-relationship building and potential inequalities between patient groups. For some rheumatology patients, telemedicine is convenient and acceptable, but careful selection and choice are important.

Automated summary

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telemedicine, but it has also raised concerns about assessment accuracy, medical-relationship building, and potential inequalities among patient groups.