The tele-surgery service provides virtual, online consultations prior to general surgery.
Tele-surgery consultations are for anyone preparing for surgery who does not require an in-person meeting.
This service is available in each community through the CMCs.
An appointment for a virtual meeting will be booked. Then, when you go to the CMC for your meeting, you will be met by the Specialized Services Officer, who will set you up for your online meeting with the surgeon. Usually this meeting takes place within a month before surgery.
Most tele-surgery meetings last approximately 10 minutes.
You will be directed to this service by your CMC, if you require surgery.
For more information, talk to your local physician or a nurse at the CMC.
Telehealth uses telecommunications technologies to deliver medical services over a distance.
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