Knowledge and Perceptions of Teleaudiology Among Audiologists: A Systematic Review
Journal of Audiology & Otology
; : 120-127, 2018.
Article
in English
| WPRIM (Western Pacific)
| ID: wpr-740335
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES:
The knowledge and perception of teleaudiology among audiologists will determine the acceptance and success of teleaudiology practice. This systematic review was conducted to review the published literature on knowledge and perceptions of teleaudiology application among audiologists. MATERIALS ANDMETHODS:
Five studies exploring knowledge and perceptions of teleaudiology application among audiologists published in the English language up to May 2017 were included.RESULTS:
Positive attitudes was observed across the studies regarding acceptance towards application of teleaudiology. The most common sources of knowledge were on the job, graduate studies, and continuing education programs. The major barriers to the uptake of application of teleaudiology were in terms of limitations in infrastructure, reimbursement, and licensure.CONCLUSIONS:
The study sheds light on the existing knowledge and perceptions of teleaudiology applications among audiologists. This will help in improving the existing teleaudiology services as well as overcome the challenges faced.
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Database:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Telemedicine
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Education, Continuing
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Licensure
Type of study:
Systematic review
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Audiology & Otology
Year:
2018
Document type:
Article