e-Rheumatology: are we ready?

Clin Rheumatol. 2015 May;34(5):831-7. doi: 10.1007/s10067-015-2897-y. Epub 2015 Feb 25.

Abstract

Advances in technology led to a heightened interest in exploring the use of this technology in the standard rheumatology practice. Tech-Talks will enable the information at the patients' and rheumatologists' fingertips. As e-rheumatology is an idea whose time has come, this review outlines the e-health's developments and its impact on both the patients and the treating rheumatologists. Also it will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of using apps and mobile health in the day-to-day rheumatology service as well as the ethical and financial aspects of this model of care.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Mobile Applications
  • Rheumatology / methods*
  • Rheumatology / trends
  • Social Media
  • Telemedicine / methods*
  • Telemedicine / trends