Physicians should protect personal information during telemedicine appointments

Using telemedicine technology to consult with patients is a valuable resource for physicians during the global coronavirus pandemic. However, physicians may be wary of using the technology if it means sharing personal information with patients.
Richard S. Davidson, MD, a professor and vice chair for quality and clinical affairs, cataract, cornea and refractive surgery at the UCHealth Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Eye Center in Aurora, Colorado, devised a way for physicians to implement iPhone FaceTime visits with patients without sharing personal information such as a cell phone number or personal

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