As the COVID-19 pandemic is now in the midst of a second wave all over the world, we must continue to practice all safety precautions recommended by health officials. This includes relying on the use of telehealth services in Pakistan now, more than ever.
Teleclinics
in Pakistan have really taken off since the start of this pandemic. It is no
surprise really, considering the numerous benefits it has been providing for
patients all over the country.
Telehealth
services in Pakistan make use of the digital information and communication
technologies, such as computers and cellphones, in order to provide health care
services remotely and manage health care. Hospitals like the Aga Khan
University Hospital (AKUH) provide teleclinics in Karachi and all over Pakistan
for various specialties, ranging from primary care to specialty care, including
home health services and door-to-door
blood and other sample collection services. AKUH is not only highly
accredited but has a qualified medical team and faculty which is known to be
the best in the country.
Telehealth
services at AKUH are offered at cost-effective prices and no compromise on
quality is tolerated when providing medical treatment to those in remote areas
of Pakistan.
Telehealth
services at AKUH have been highly effective in a developing country like ours,
where the need for teleconsultation is crucial. Most of the remote and rural
areas in Pakistan suffer from a lack of healthcare access. The reasons being poverty,
no hospitals, lack of trained doctors in remote areas, transportation
arrangements required to go, and harsh, unpredictable weather. Medical advice
from a tele-clinic in Karachi could help provide safe and timely medical
assistance, all the way in another part of the country.
Telehealth
services in Pakistan are also a great way of providing physiotherapy services
to patients in remote areas. It cuts down on travel and long waits in the
waiting rooms. Its also more flexible with timings when scheduling
appointments. Teleclinics in Pakistan are great for patients who have mobility
issues, are too sick to travel or struggling with other health related issues.