Pediatric Otolaryngology Telehealth in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic: Lessons Learned and Impact on the Future Management of Pediatric Patients.

Ryan H BelcherJames PhillipsFrank W VirginJay WerkhavenAmy S WhighamLyndy WilcoxChristopher T Wootten

Published in: The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology (2020)

Despite low initial expectations for telehealth, the majority of our providers felt after 1 month of use that telehealth would continue to be a valuable platform post-pandemic clinical practice. Limited physical exam, particularly otoscopy, nasal endoscopy, and nasolaryngoscopy present challenges. However, with adequate information and preparation for the parents and for the physician some of the obstacles can be overcome.

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