Background

Telemedicine has emerged as one of the most transformative innovations in healthcare delivery, enabling remote consultations, diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated telemedicine adoption globally; however, adoption among healthcare providers varies significantly due to technological, organizational, regulatory, and individual factors.

Objective

This study investigates the adoption of telemedicine among healthcare providers, identifies determinants influencing acceptance, examines barriers to implementation, and explores future opportunities for digital healthcare integration.

Methods

A cross-sectional quantitative study was conducted involving 500 healthcare providers from hospitals, clinics, and primary healthcare centers. Data were collected using structured questionnaires assessing technology acceptance, infrastructure readiness, perceived usefulness, and barriers to telemedicine implementation. Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multivariate regression.

Results

Among participants, 78.4% reported active use of telemedicine services. Perceived usefulness (β=0.52, p<0.001), technological readiness (β=0.41, p<0.001), and institutional support (β=0.36, p<0.01) significantly influenced adoption. Major barriers included internet connectivity issues (62%), concerns regarding patient privacy (54%), and limited technical training (49%).

Conclusion

Telemedicine adoption among healthcare providers is growing rapidly but remains influenced by technological infrastructure, training, organizational support, and regulatory frameworks. Addressing these barriers can significantly improve healthcare accessibility and efficiency.