Definitions & Key Components

Teleconsultation is defined as synchronous or asynchronous consultation using information and communication technology to omit geographical and functional distance (Deldar et al., 2016).

Examples:

1. Both sides are health providers [e.g., who may need a second expert opinion]
2. Physician–physician consultation
3. Physician–primary care provider (PCP) communication, like nurses
4. One side is health provider and another side is the patients [e.g., for tele-monitoring or tele-visiting]
5. Physician – patient relationship
6. PCP–patient relationship
7. Tripartite communication among physician – PCP – patient