Pathologists' acceptance of telepathology in the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs Hospitals in Saudi Arabia: A survey study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Evaluating users' attitudes and acceptance of telemedicine in the early phases of implementation is critical in predicting a successful adoption and utilization of the service. Telepathology does not require a patient's presence for intercommunication; therefore, it is essential to focus on the acceptance of the main occupational groups that are involved. This study aimed to assess the attitude and acceptance of telepathology in the pathology departments of the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (MNGHA) hospitals in Saudi Arabia.

Method

A cross-sectional survey was distributed among pathologists and laboratory technologists in the pathology departments of MNGHA hospitals (N = 78). The data collection instrument was built upon the technology accepta

SUBMITTER: Alawashiz R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10017934 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature