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Review
. 2021;9(3):77-82.
doi: 10.1007/s40124-021-00245-w. Epub 2021 Jul 9.

Overview of Telemedicine Services in Mongolia

D Enkhmaa  1 , B Munkhuu  1 , T Baatar  2 , J Purevsuren  1 , E Minjuur  1 , G Luuzanbadam  1 , R MacKenzie  3 , D Warburton  3 , Sh Enkhtur  1
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Review

Overview of Telemedicine Services in Mongolia

D Enkhmaa et al. Curr Pediatr Rep. 2021.

Abstract

Purpose of review: To highlight some achievements made through usage of telecommunication technologies in Mongolia as an example of a developing country with remote areas.

Recent findings: Telemedicine can be implemented not only for remote monitoring, diagnosing, and treating purposes but also can be effectively used for delivering knowledge and consultation services via modern technologies.

Summary: Tele-health services can be successfully added to the traditional approach of physicians, especially in the countries with a vast territory with distant areas.

Keywords: Developing country; Mongolia; Tele-health services; Telecommunication; Telemedicine.

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