Virtual Patient Encounters and E-Visits

Ashford 6: – Week 5 – Discussion 2

Your initial discussion thread is due on Day 3 (Thursday) and you have until Day 7 (Monday) to respond to your classmates. Your grade will reflect both the quality of your initial post and the depth of your responses. Reference the Discussion Forum Grading Rubric for guidance on how your discussion will be evaluated.

In 250-300 words describe the differences between provider to patient e-mail, secure messaging, and E-visits. Also discuss the benefits of virtual encounters with a clinician and patient vs. one on one consultation. Include the advantages and disadvantages for each. In what circumstances may any be inappropriate? In want circumstances may one or more be advantages/preferred? Respond to two of your classmates’ posts.