Telemedicine and Distance Medical Education: A Review of International Cloud-Based and Traditional Software Solutions

The purpose of this review is to explore software solutions employed internationally for telemedical patient consultations and the training of medical professionals, with the goal of enhancing the efficiency of consultations and education.
Materials and Methods. We conducted an analysis of the disparities between conventional and cloud-based video conferencing systems, along with an examination of system identification and testing
methodologies.
Results. The findings presented herein facilitate a deeper comprehension of the distinctions between cloud-based solutions and conventional software.
Conclusions. This review identifies the essential characteristics of software solutions that can be utilized to evaluate the suitability of cloud conferencing technologies and justify the transition from
traditional technology to a cloud-based environment. Additionally, we provide an evaluation template for assessing system compliance.

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