Date of Award
Spring 2021
Degree Type
Thesis
Department
Public Health
Director of Thesis
Dr. Jan Ostermann
First Reader
Matthew Thomas
Second Reader
Matthew Thomas
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic devastated the world, in every industry. Almost none were hit as hard as the healthcare system. Through the use of telemedicine, healthcare providers were able to care for their patients without rise of infection. Through a review of published literature and interviews conducted with three practicing physicians of various specialties, a diagnosis was developed to determine if the care provided through telemedicine was as effective as in-person care. It was hypothesized that when used properly, telemedicine can be used as an effective replacement for in-person care across a wide range of specialties. After review of the literature and physician responses, it was determined that while telemedicine can be an effective replacement in specific fields, there are several in which it is unable to replace in-person care.
First Page
1
Last Page
25
Recommended Citation
Sharawy, Maxwell, "The Utilization and Effectiveness of Telemedicine in the Wake of COVID-19" (2021). Senior Theses. 446.
https://scholarcommons.sc.edu/senior_theses/446
Rights
© 2021, Maxwell Sharawy
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