Glossary
Asynchronous	Also known as store and forward; the photographs or videos are uploaded to a location for the provider to access on his or her own schedule.
Artificial intelligence	The development of computer systems to perform tasks that would require human intelligence. Examples of these tasks are visual perception, speech recognition, decision making, and translation between languages.
Data analytics	Use of parameters (metrics) set by the organization to measure outcomes, guide decision making, and model the future.
Digital health	Scope of scientific concepts and Internet-focused applications for health.
eConsult	A method of asynchronous telehealth care linking provider to provider on the patient's electronic health record.
eHealth	Use of electronic health records, patient administration systems, and data collection to further the health of individuals.
Genomics	Study of an organism's genes (called the genome) to help understand both internal interactions of genes with each other and external interactions with the patient's environment.
mHealth	Use of mobile device applications such as cell phones or tablets to enhance health outcomes, improve health care services, and advance health research.
Peripherals	Devices used to collect patient information for remote monitoring, such as blood pressure cuffs, blood glucose monitors, or pulse oximetry units.
Remote monitoring	Devices in the patient's setting capture patient health data for ongoing evaluation by the provider.
Synchronous	Uses technology to provide a real-time visit between the provider and the patient.
Telehealth	Delivery of multiple health services using information and telecommunication technology beyond the boundaries of traditional health care facilities.
Telemedicine	Direct provider using telehealth technologies.
Telepresence	Techniques used to convey a sense of a calm, clear, and competent physical presence in a remote environment.
Telepresenter	Staff members who assist patients to participate in telehealth consultations with health care providers physically located elsewhere.