title: Integrated telematic support for paediatrics: a practical model.
abstract: This paper describes the benefits gained and the organizational and practical considerations involved in establishing a relatively low-cost telematic support network for paediatric care and research. It is based on a case study in north-east England, where such a system has been implemented, supporting multimedia conferencing and reference facilities, postgraduate education and management information. The role of this type of service in regional health-care provision is discussed, for paediatrics and other disciplines.
authors.affiliation: MARI Computer Systems Ltd, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, UK. rt@mari.co.uk
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Cunningham
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Bartlett
mesh_terms: D003195:Computer Communication Networks; D019992:Databases as Topic; D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D010372:Pediatrics / Q000379:methods*; D016730:Program Development; D018511:Systems Integration; D017216:Telemedicine / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006113:United Kingdom