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Assessing Telemedicine Implementation Potential in High‐Referral Specialties: A Cross‐Sectional Study in Iran

Aug 2026 · Health Science Reports · Vol 9 · 0 citations · 35 references
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This study aimed to identify medical specialties with the highest referral rates and assess their readiness for telemedicine implementation within the population covered by Shiraz University of Medical Sciences.

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Telemedicine is more than just an advanced technology; it represents a fundamental transformation in the delivery of healthcare services, facilitating seamless communication between patients and specialists through innovative means that are unrestricted by geographical limitations. This study aimed to identify medical specialties with the highest referral rates and assess their readiness for telemedicine implementation within the population covered by Shiraz University of Medical Sciences.

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