Physical examinations are hampered by telehealth, but after an extensive literature review, experts have curated the best workarounds to optimise diagnosis.

In this episode of In conversation we introduce Tele-Presence 5 – a guideline for doctors to coach patients through self-examinations via telehealth. We are joined by Professor Stephen W. Russell, physician and researcher from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Using long-term shoulder pain as an example, Professor Russell demonstrates how to talk a patient through a physical self-examination and touches on new technology emerging to support telehealth. He also explains the five key tenements of Tele-Presence 5 which are validated ways to increase connection and communication between patient and doctor.