In episode 5 of Sisters Without Shame, Gauteng clinician Dr Difuro Masemola unpacks telemedicine within the rural context. 

Covid-19 has highlighted the need for having telemedicine as a "safety net" to ensure continued access to healthcare services while maximising social distancing. But a friend in Vryburg – and we are sure they're not alone – needs some help understanding telemedicine. 

Simply put, telemedicine is a virtual consultation with a patient.