Coranavirus Scare: Hyderabad hospitals turns digital, connecting online with patients

Hospitals and doctors in Hyderabad have turned to telemedicine in the fight against the Coronavirus outbreak. Sunshine Hospitals, Medicover Hospitals, Srikara Hospitals and AIG Hospitals are reportedly using mfine, an AI-powered, on-demand healthcare service which enables virtual medical consultations to connect with their patients. 

Virtual consultations help in preventing overcrowding of hospitals and reduces the risk of infection.



It helps hospitals safeguard doctors and staff who are among the most at risk of contracting the virus. Telemedicine will also help patients to avoid crowded waiting rooms and potential infection. 

It lets doctors consult with patients over a digital voice or video rather than in person; this enables them to see more patients without being exposed to the virus themselves. The doctors gives prescription and informs about warning symptoms.