Patient Acceptance and Intention to Use e-Consultations During the COVID-19 Pandemic in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Over the last decade, the use of digital technology has increased immeasurably and transformed both our personal and professional lives. The medical profession quickly embraced this development, especially after the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. Medical consultations were transitioned to online settings as a substitute for face-to-face consultations. This exponential acceleration of the use of remote online consultations (e-consultations) was deemed necessary to respond to the impact of the global pandemic. This study identifies the factors that influence actual patient use and the intention to use e-consultations in Saudi Arabia.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was distributed online via social media platforms targeting the population living in Saudi Arabia f

SUBMITTER: Althumairi A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9280353 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature