Development of a Telemedicine Evaluation Model

Because of the wide diversity of activities involved in telemedicine, it is critical that a systematic framework be developed for use in evaluating its effectiveness, efficiency, and feasibility. Historically, clinical trial research in medicine has focused on the issues of the safety, efficacy, and effectiveness of medical technologies. Recently, medical research has been broadened to include economic feasibility and implications. As the content expands, researchers must incorporate additional theories and tools, and research teams must become truly interdisciplinary.