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CTRC Telehealth Equipment Selection Tool

Equipment Selection Guide

We know that selecting the right equipment for a telehealth program is not an easy task as selections can be overwhelming. This tool, made in partnership with the National Telehealth Technology Assessment Center, is designed to assist in equipment selection based on the telehealth service provided.

CTRC remains unbiased, and has no relevant financial interest, arrangement, or affiliation with any commercial products/product types mentioned in the below list. This list is, by no means, all inclusive.  This Equipment Selection Tool is purely for informational purposes. If you’re considering any of these technologies, please be sure to conduct your own research. View a guide for How to Avoid the Common Mistakes of Choosing & Implementing Telehealth Technology

If you have any questions, please use the contact us form.

Select the type of telehealth service you would to provide from the list at the top of the tool. Click into the resulting box/boxes for more information. 

Designed ForPatient/Clinic SiteProvider End:Specialty-Specific Equipment:
Anesthesiology, Periopertive Critical Care
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • If required for specialty, CTRC recommends a Pulse Oximeter, Electronic Stethoscope, Otoscope
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Allergy, Asthma, Immuniology, PIDD Mgt, Dermatology
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive  
    • Windows 10/11 Professional 
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum 
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive  
    • 9th generation or later 
  • 512KBS internet connection or better 
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge 
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied 
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera 
  • If required for specialty, CTRC recommends a Pulse Oximeter, Electronic Stethoscope, Otoscope 
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive  
    • Windows 10/11 Professional 
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum 
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive  
    • 9th generation or later 
  • 512kbs internet connection or better 
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge 
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied 
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera 
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds 
Spirometer
Behavioral Health, Assessment, Treatment, Med Mgt
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive  
    • Windows 10/11 Professional 
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum 
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive  
    • 9th generation or later 
  • 512KBS internet connection or better 
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge 
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied 
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera 
  • If required for specialty, CTRC recommends a Pulse Oximeter, Electronic Stethoscope, Otoscope 
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive  
    • Windows 10/11 Professional 
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum 
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive  
    • 9th generation or later 
  • 512kbs internet connection or better 
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge 
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied 
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera 
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds 
Cardiology, Peri/Post Operative, Diagnosis, CHC Mgt
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive  
    • Windows 10/11 Professional 
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum 
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive  
    • 9th generation or later 
  • 512KBS internet connection or better 
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge 
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied 
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera 
  • If required for specialty, CTRC recommends a Pulse Oximeter, Electronic Stethoscope, Otoscope 
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Digital stethoscope
Cardiology- Pediatrics, Peri/Post Operative, Diagnosis
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive  
    • Windows 10/11 Professional 
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum 
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive  
    • 9th generation or later 
  • 512KBS internet connection or better 
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge 
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied 
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera 
  • If required for specialty, CTRC recommends a Pulse Oximeter, Electronic Stethoscope, Otoscope 
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Digital stethoscope
Chronic Disease Management
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Pulse Oximeter and Remote Weight Monitoring Scale
Clinical Education/Training
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • If required for specialty, CTRC recommends a Pulse Oximeter, Electronic Stethoscope, Otoscope
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Dentistry, Hygiene, Trauma, Diagnoses, Tx Planning, Decision Support
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Dermatology
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
USB General Exam camera
Dietary/Nutrition, Counseling, Coaching, Compliance
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera.
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni-directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera (if not supplied)
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Emergency Medicine, Triage, Decision Support, Mentoring
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Endocrinology, Disease Mgt , Nutrition, Acute
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Forensic Medicine, Evidentiary Exams, Sexual Abuse
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Gastroenterology, Diagnosis, F/U, CHC Mgt, Med Mgt
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Genetics, Counseling
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Hepatology, CHC Mgt, Interdisciplinary Counseling, Transplant Mgt
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Hematology, Disease Mgt. , RX Mgt,, Transplant F/U
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Remote Weight Monitoring Scale and pulse oximeter
Infection Disease, Med Mgt, InPatient Care, Pandemic Care
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Interpretive Services
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Intensive Care
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop, or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512KBS internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone (if not supplied)
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD professional headphones or earbuds
Lifestyle Medicine, CDM, Coaching
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Nephrology, CDM, Infection Mgt
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Neurology/Stroke Care, Triage, Urgent Care
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Nuclear, Consultation, Interpretation, Dosimetry, Supervision
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Obstetrics and Gynecology, Patient Mgt, Med Induced Provedures, Counseling-Prenatal, Postnatal
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
USB Ultrasound & Transducer
Occupational Medicine, Screenings, Physicals, Urgent Care
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Oncology
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Optometry/Ophthalmology
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
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  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Otolaryngology
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Pandemic/Covid-19
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Pain Management, Initial Diagnosis, Medical Management
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds
Pathology, Second Opinion, Primary Histopathology
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • I7 Laptop, Desktop or Surface Tablet with 16GB RAM and 256 SSD Drive
    • Windows 10/11 Professional
    • If a desktop unit CTRC recommends 24” monitor minimum
  • Apple 10.9” or Larger IPAD with 16GB Ram memory and 256GB Hard Drive
    • 9th generation or later
  • 512kbs internet connection or better
  • Latest web browser Chrome, Firefox or Microsoft Edge
  • Omni -directional microphone, if not supplied
  • USB-based Pan Tilt Zoom camera
  • HD Professional Headphones or earbuds

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