The IHF team invites members with relevant specialist expertise to participate in the group. The outputs of the group are freely available to IHF members to facilitate international knowledge exchange.
Telehealth
More than an option to provide continuity of care and treatment to patients, telehealth can also transform how health systems respond to chronic workforce shortages in hospitals.
Navigating the future for hospitals
The coronavirus crisis has provided a new context for the use of digital health solutions in the delivery of hospital-based care. Innovative digital health solutions help mitigate the impact of COVID-19 in critical care settings. This Special Interest Group, in partnership with Teladoc Health, focuses on navigating the future of telehealth for hospitals and health service providers.
Purpose
To create exclusive thought-leadership products on the use of telehealth in hospitals, raising awareness amongst the IHF’s Members (and beyond) on the imperatives and advantages of harnessing digital technology in healthcare systems. Exploring how critical care providers have embraced the shift to virtual healthcare delivery to address patient and physician demand, the group will expand clinical care and capabilities.
Thought leadership
Expert know-how to showcase the possibilities offered by virtual tools for healthcare delivery locally and to remote locations.
Expanding clinical capabilities
Cutting-edge examples of how critical care providers have harnessed telehealth in designing healthcare delivery of the future.
Pragmatic advice
Practical guides and case studies from subject matter experts around the globe on how to develop, implement, and evaluate a telehealth programme.
Spotlight on recent events
Governance
Governed by a Steering Committee, the Telehealth Special Interest Group is accountable to the International Hospital Federation Governing Council and is responsible for reporting to the IHF Secretariat. Further information on the role of the SIG Steering Committee can be found in its Terms of Reference.
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FAQ
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Who can apply to join the Telehealth Special Interest Group?
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When will this group run from and to?
Current members of the Global Steering Committee will serve from January 2022 to December 2023.