Aspects of Development of Telemedicine Technologies in Moscow

Abstract

Aim. This study describes the development features of telemedicine technologies in Moscow. For this purpose, authors analyzed publications, regulatory acts, and experience of the Telemedicine Center of Center of Medical Prevention of Moscow Healthcare Department, including its work during the COVID-19 pandemic.
 Results. With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Telemedicine Service for Patients with Coronavirus Infection (the Telemedicine Center of Moscow Healthcare Department) began operating in Moscow. The service provides telemedicine doctor-patient consultations in the following areas: management of patients with coronavirus infection, participants in a clinical trial of Gam-COVID-Vak vaccine, and visitors of Moscow Health pavilions. Doctors and patients communicate via the Telemedicine Information System that is accessible either through a mobile app or a browser. To access patient medical records, doctors use the Unified Medical Information and Analytical System of Moscow. To develop the specialized skills necessary to provide remote medical consultations to Moscow residents, a doctor of the Telemedicine Center receives further training, including workplace internships.