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In commemorating Native American Heritage Month, we should take concrete steps to address longstanding structural inequality that limits access to culturally competent healthcare for Indigenous communities in California. This blog, brought to you by the California Telehealth Resource Center (CTRC), offers insights into the evidence-base concerning virtual health care for Native Americans. By exploring theRead more

The California Telehealth Resource Center (CTRC), a federally funded nonprofit, is dedicated to the successful implementation of virtual care within California. Our mission goes beyond simply supporting the adoption of evidence-based digital health tools into clinical practice (telehealth, remote patient monitoring, and eConsults, for example); it’s about helping providers and patients navigate the complexities ofRead more

While California is a national and global health care innovation and technology pacesetter, there remain significant health disparities. With sprawling urban centers and vast rural areas, California presents a unique challenge to ensuring that every resident, regardless of where they live, who they are, or their socioeconomic status, has the same access to quality healthRead more

This year’s Summit was a success, hosting 210 total attendees, over nine hours of telehealth content, and distributing 72 scholarships from our sponsor, the California Health Care Foundation. Event speakers covered numerous topics ranging from remote patient monitoring to telehealth policy. 

As we transition into a new era in healthcare post the COVID-19 pandemic, the evolving landscape of telehealth regulations can be challenging to navigate. The California Telehealth Resource Center (CTRC) acknowledges this complexity and aims to shed light on the recent shifts in telehealth regulatory requirements. As a trusted, free, and unbiased resource for both providers and patients, we are dedicated to offering clear, up-to-date telehealth information to help you understand these significant changes. 

With the COVID-19 Pandemic coming to a close, it is crucial that telehealth providers pay attention to the various changes coming their way. Check out our UPDATED PHE timeline to ensure you are up to date on all critical dates. VIEW THE TIMELINERead more

Telehealth offers a safe, secure, and accessible platform for the LGBTQIA+ community, enabling access to affirming healthcare professionals without geographical boundaries.

In this blog post, we delve into the transformative power of teletherapy, exploring its impact on mental health, and how it’s reshaping the accessibility of mental health services across the globe.  

As telehealth revolutionizes health care delivery for patients worldwide, one area that holds promise is the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In this blog, we will explore the many advantages of telehealth for individuals with autism and their families.

This Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) Vendor Selection Toolkit poses key considerations for health centers selecting an RPM vendor as well as a systematic approach to vendor evaluation to identify the most suitable RPM partner.