Advanced Skill Certificate in Telemedicine Innovation
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Sarah Peterson, an expert in telemedicine and the lead instructor for our Advanced Skill Certificate in Telemedicine Innovation. Dr. Peterson, thank you for joining us. GUEST: Thank you for having me, I'm excited to be here! HOST: To start, could you share a bit about your personal experience with telemedicine and what led you to teach this course? GUEST: Of course. I've been working in telemedicine for over a decade now, and I've seen firsthand how it can improve patient outcomes and expand access to care. I'm passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with other healthcare professionals. HOST: That's fantastic. Now, let's talk about the course. It covers remote patient monitoring, virtual consultations, and digital health technologies. Could you give us a sense of the current trends in these areas and why they're important for healthcare professionals to learn about? GUEST: Absolutely. Remote patient monitoring and virtual consultations have become increasingly important, especially during the pandemic. Digital health technologies, like AI and machine learning, are also revolutionizing the way we deliver care. Healthcare professionals need to understand these trends to provide the best possible care for their patients. HOST: I couldn't agree more. Now, what are some of the challenges that healthcare professionals might face when learning or teaching this subject? GUEST: One challenge is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and regulations. Telemedicine is a rapidly evolving field, so it's important to continue learning and adapting. Another challenge is ensuring data security and regulatory compliance, which can be complex in a virtual care setting. HOST: Those are definitely important considerations. Finally, let's look to the future. How do you see telemedicine evolving and what impact do you think this course will have on students' careers? GUEST: I believe telemedicine will continue to grow and become an integral part of healthcare. This course will equip students with the skills and expertise they need to succeed in this field, boosting their resumes and opening up new professional opportunities. HOST: Dr. Peterson, thank you so much for sharing your insights with us today. It's been a pleasure having you on the show. GUEST: Thank you for having me, it was great being here! HOST: And thank you, listeners, for joining us. If you're interested in learning more about the Advanced Skill Certificate in Telemedicine Innovation, be sure to check out our website for more information. Until next time, take care!
