Bridging the Gap Telemedicine and Pediatric Preparedness and Response

Dr. James Marcin (Vice Chair for Pediatric Clinical Research, Director, University of California Davis Center for Health and Technology, and Professor, Department of Pediatrics) shares how this academic health system uses telemedicine to overcome geographic and distance challenges associated with accessing children’s hospitals. Citing examples from everyday readiness and disaster response, Dr. Marcin highlights patient experience, related federal initiatives, and future directions.