| the introduction of a new consulting technology into the national health service (nhs) for scotland. | new technologies can change healthcare delivery. cisco healthpresence, an integrated platform that combines video, audio, and call center technology with medical information to create a virtual clinic experience, was piloted on emergency department patients. the aim was to assess primary care consultations. patients were supported by an assistant. the doctor was remote from the patient and collected details and a recommended management plan. the same doctor re-examined the patient face-to-face. ... | 2009 | 19519276 |