Data from: Telemedicine in neurology: telemedicine work group of the American Academy of Neurology update

ABSTRACT Purpose: While there is strong evidence supporting the importance
of telemedicine in stroke, its role in other areas of neurology is not as
clear. The goal of this review is to provide an overview of evidence-based
data regarding the role of teleneurology in the care of patients with
neurologic disorders other than stroke. Recent findings: Studies across
multiple specialties report noninferiority of evaluations by telemedicine
compared with traditional, in-person evaluations in terms of patient and
caregiver satisfaction. Evidence reports benefits in expediting care,
increasing access, reducing cost, and improving diagnostic accuracy and
health outcomes. However, many studies are limited and gaps in knowledge
remain. Summary: Telemedicine use is expanding across the vast array of
neurologic disorders. More studies are needed to validate and support its
use.