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Glossary term

Teleconsultation

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A clinical consultation conducted remotely using video conferencing, telephone, or secure messaging platforms, allowing a patient to receive medical advice, review test results, or receive a follow-up assessment from a clinician in a different location. In the medical tourism context, teleconsultation facilitates pre-operative assessment and post-operative follow-up without requiring additional travel.

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