American Telemedicine Association
American Telemedicine Association
The American Telemedicine Association (ATA), pronounced /əˈmɛrɪkən tɛlɪˈmɛdɪsɪn əˈsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/, is a non-profit organization established in 1993. It is dedicated to the integration of telemedicine into healthcare systems. The etymology of the term "telemedicine" comes from the Greek word "tele" meaning "far", and "medicine", from Latin "mederi" meaning "to heal".
The ATA's mission is to promote professional, ethical and equitable improvement in health care delivery through telecommunications and information technology. It is the leading international resource and advocate promoting the use of advanced remote medical technologies.
History
The American Telemedicine Association was founded in 1993, during the early days of the internet and digital communication. It was established to help manage the rapidly evolving technology in healthcare and its use in providing remote patient care.
Activities
The ATA conducts several activities to promote telemedicine. These include:
- Policy advocacy: The ATA advocates for policies that promote the use of telemedicine. This includes working with lawmakers and regulators to ensure that telemedicine is integrated into healthcare systems.
- Education and training: The ATA provides resources and training for healthcare professionals to learn about and implement telemedicine.
- Research: The ATA conducts and promotes research on the effectiveness and benefits of telemedicine.
- Standards and guidelines: The ATA develops standards and guidelines for the practice of telemedicine to ensure quality and safety.
Related Organizations
The ATA works closely with other organizations in the field of telemedicine, including:
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on American Telemedicine Association
- Wikipedia's article - American Telemedicine Association
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