The Impact of Virtual Consultations on the Quality of Primary Care: Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The adoption of virtual consultations, catalyzed by the COVID-19 pandemic, has transformed the delivery of primary care services. Owing to their rapid global proliferation, there is a need to comprehensively evaluate the impact of virtual consultations on all aspects of care quality.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate the impact of virtual consultations on the quality of primary care.

Methods

A total of 6 databases were searched. Studies that evaluated the impact of virtual consultations, for any disease, were included. Title and abstract screening and full-text screening were performed by 2 pairs of investigators. Risk of bias was assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. A narrative synthesis of the results was performed.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Campbell K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10500356 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature