Royal College of Surgeons of England: Virtual consultations (30 June 2020)

Summary

Virtual consultations, involving a telephone or video call between surgeon and patient, have been used in several surgical specialties prior to COVID-19. It has, however, played a particularly significant role during the current pandemic which is likely to continue in the post COVID-19 era and in future pandemic planning.

This guide provides practical advice for surgeons and managers for delivering virtual consultations with surgical patients.