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Keeping with the advancement made in technology and weaving it with disbursement of information, teleophthalmology services at Chaithanya were started. Teleophthalmology brings the services of the hospital and research institute to the people who seek it for consultation, second opinion , treatment and to students and practitioners who seek specific information on aspects of research, diagnosis or treatment.
Aims of Chaithanya Tele Ophthalmology Services (CTOS)
Remote Consultation: Consultation can be sought from a distant place, remote for actual access like little hamlets of habitation in wilderness, islands, oases and the outposts of human habitation.
Specialist Consultation: Seek specialist consultation across the globe from premier eye healthcare professionals and institutes.
Education & Research: As part of continuing medical education, doctors can keep themselves updated with videoconferencing, sharing experiences and aiding research. Students can also benefit from the wealth of information.
Public Awareness: The layman can access specific information and seek opinions through the facility. The hospital can also disburse useful public information.
The Scope of CTOS
- Any person around the globe can access specialist opinion from doctors at the institute with a case summary.
- Patients can seek multiple advice to their ailments.
- The medical records of the twin facilities at Thiruvananthapuram and Cochin can be in the virtual Chaithanya clinic.
Connectivity
CTOS is connected through ISDN, broadband or VSAT.
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