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AbstractRapid advancements in digital health technologies have led to fundamental changes in the delivery of healthcare services, and telemedicine has emerged as one of the core components of this transformation. By enabling the provision of healthcare services through information and communication technologies in cases where distance is a critical factor, telemedicine supports the continuity of care, particularly in regions where access is limited. In this review, the conceptual framework of telemedicine, its historical development, its prevalence at global and national levels, and its current areas of application are addressed.While telemedicine offers significant advantages such as increasing access to healthcare services, reducing costs, and improving patient comfort; it also encompasses various challenges such as physical examination limitations, data security risks, technological infrastructure requirements, and disparities in legal regulations. Nevertheless, the increasing integration with artificial intelligence, big data, and mobile health technologies will allow telemedicine to provide more predictive and personalized healthcare services in the future.It is not possible for healthcare services to remain behind this transformation in the face of the requirements of the digital age. The fact that telemedicine does not remain merely a technological innovation but becomes an integral part of the healthcare system depends on seamless digital infrastructure, inclusive legal regulations, and the adoption of this practice by healthcare personnel. In this regard, providing training is essential to foster adoption and increase awareness among healthcare professionals. Otherwise, the adaptation of healthcare systems to digital transformation will not be sustainable.
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