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    <journal-meta>
      <journal-id journal-id-type="publisher">JOHS</journal-id>
      <journal-id journal-id-type="nlm-ta">Journ of Health Scien</journal-id>
      <journal-title-group>
        <journal-title>Journal of HealthCare Sciences</journal-title>
        <abbrev-journal-title abbrev-type="pubmed">Journ of Health Scien</abbrev-journal-title>
      </journal-title-group>
      <issn pub-type="ppub">2231-2196</issn>
      <issn pub-type="opub">0975-5241</issn>
      <publisher>
        <publisher-name>Radiance Research Academy</publisher-name>
      </publisher>
    </journal-meta>
    <article-meta>
      <article-id pub-id-type="publisher-id">358</article-id>
      <article-id pub-id-type="doi">http://dx.doi.org/10.52533/JOHS.2024.41237</article-id>
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      <article-categories>
        <subj-group subj-group-type="heading">
          <subject>General Medicine</subject>
        </subj-group>
      </article-categories>
      <title-group>
        <article-title>The Ethics of Telemedicine Patient Care and Professional Responsibilities&#13;
</article-title>
      </title-group>
      <contrib-group>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Alsalim</surname>
            <given-names>Suliman Ibrahim</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Aljarallah</surname>
            <given-names>Saleh Salem</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Thabit</surname>
            <given-names>Razan Khalid</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Alrebh</surname>
            <given-names>Hind Hussain</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Almutairi</surname>
            <given-names>Sarah Waslallah</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
        <contrib contrib-type="author">
          <name>
            <surname>Melaisi</surname>
            <given-names>Zakaria Ibrahim</given-names>
          </name>
        </contrib>
      </contrib-group>
      <pub-date pub-type="ppub">
        <day>30</day>
        <month>12</month>
        <year>2024</year>
      </pub-date>
      <volume>4</volume>
      <issue>12</issue>
      <fpage>931</fpage>
      <lpage>937</lpage>
      <permissions>
        <copyright-statement>This article is copyright of Popeye Publishing, 2009</copyright-statement>
        <copyright-year>2009</copyright-year>
        <license license-type="open-access" href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/">
          <license-p>This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) Licence. You may share and adapt the material, but must give appropriate credit to the source, provide a link to the licence, and indicate if changes were made.</license-p>
        </license>
      </permissions>
      <abstract>
        <p>Telemedicine has significantly transformed healthcare delivery, allowing patients and providers to connect remotely and ensuring continuity of care, especially in remote and underserved areas. Despite its advantages, telemedicine introduces complex ethical challenges requiring thorough consideration. A primary concern is confidentiality and privacy, as patient data transmitted through digital platforms is vulnerable to breaches. Inconsistent security protocols across platforms and variations in regulatory oversight amplify the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive information. Providers and systems must adopt stringent safeguards, including encryption and compliance with data protection laws, to ensure patient trust. Equity in telemedicine access is another critical issue, as the digital divide disproportionately affects rural and economically disadvantaged populations. Limited internet access, lack of technological devices, and varying levels of digital literacy hinder the equitable adoption of telemedicine. Cultural and linguistic barriers further exacerbate disparities, creating additional challenges in diverse communities. Addressing these inequities requires systemic investment in infrastructure, education, and culturally tailored solutions to bridge existing gaps. The evolution of telemedicine also challenges traditional professional boundaries and responsibilities. Remote consultations demand adaptation to maintain the quality of care, including clear communication about the limitations of virtual assessments and the development of protocols for managing emergencies. Cross-border consultations further complicate ethical and legal responsibilities due to jurisdictional variations in regulations. Providers must navigate these complexities while adhering to principles of beneficence, nonmaleficence, and patient autonomy. By addressing these challenges, telemedicine can fulfill its potential to revolutionize healthcare delivery ethically and effectively.&#13;
</p>
      </abstract>
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        <kwd>telemedicine</kwd>
        <kwd> ethics</kwd>
        <kwd> patient confidentiality</kwd>
        <kwd> equity</kwd>
        <kwd> professional boundaries</kwd>
      </kwd-group>
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