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The availability of high-definition video conferencing, which will be supported by the National Broadband Network, will enable Australians that live away from the major state hospitals to benefit from consultations with medical experts, improving timely access to highly specialised services.

A high speed broadband network will also support access to specialist advice and second opinions through the secure electronic transfer of diagnostic information and test results, such as x-rays, enabling early diagnosis of diseases and treatment and potentially reducing hospital stay times. It can reduce the need for patient travel outside of rural and regional centres.

High speed broadband can make a positive impact on health outcomes by improving the efficiency of the systems and processes used, allowing more dollars to be spent directly on patient care. The implementation of electronic health records, which can be transferred quickly, securely and reliably between GPs and specialists, is a good example.

 CASE STUDIES

North Coast Radiology

The Northern Rivers University Department of Rural Health

CaraData

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