Protecting the public interest when regulating health professionals providing virtual care: a scoping review protocol

Leslie, Kathleen; Myles, Sophia; Adams, Tracey L.; Schiller, Catharine J.; Shelley, Jacob; Nelson, Sioban

doi:10.1186/s13643-023-02198-1

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“…My experience with telemedicine, personally and professionally, has been varied, consistent with observations and analyses described by others 3 . In general, I am not an early adopter of technology.…”

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Facing Progress with Pragmatism: Telemedicine and Family Medicine

Tunzi

2023

Hastings Center Report

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The singular expertise of family physicians is the ability to manage complexity with pragmatism, both clinically and ethically. Telemedicine raises multiple questions about the nature of the patient‐physician relationship as manifested in clinical encounters. Some of these questions are concerning, underscoring the need to assess whether medical care is better with this new technology—or if it is just different or maybe even worse. It seems clear, however, that, regardless of its limitations, telemedicine is here to stay. The pragmatic complex ethical question, then, is how all of us together—both medical professionals and society at large—will manage it.

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Section: Another Voicesupporting

confidence: 76%

Facing Progress with Pragmatism: Telemedicine and Family Medicine

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2023

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“…Our scoping review protocol was registered with the Open Science Framework (https://doi.org/10. 21203/rs.3.rs-789608/v1) and published in a peer-reviewed journal [33].…”

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Protecting the public interest while regulating health professionals providing virtual care: A scoping review

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Technology is transforming service delivery in many health professions, particularly with the rapid shift to virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Health profession regulators must navigate legal and ethical complexities to facilitate virtual care while upholding their mandate to protect the public interest. The objectives of this scoping review were to examine how the public interest is protected when regulating health professionals who provide virtual care, discuss policy and practice implications of virtual care, and make recommendations for future research. We searched six multidisciplinary databases for academic literature published in English between January 2015 and May 2021. We also searched specific databases and websites for relevant grey literature. After screening, 59 academic articles and 18 grey literature sources were included for analysis. We identified five key findings: the public interest when regulating health professionals providing virtual care was only implicitly considered in most of the literature; when the public interest was discussed, the dimension of access was emphasized; criticism in the literature focused on social ideologies driving regulation that may inhibit more widespread use of virtual care; subnational licensure was viewed as a barrier; and the demand for virtual care during COVID-19 catalyzed licensure and scope of practice changes. Overall, virtual care introduces new areas of risk, potential harm, and inequity that health profession regulators need to address as technology continues to evolve. Regulators have an essential role in providing clear standards and guidelines around virtual care, including what is required for competent practice. There are indications that the public interest concept is evolving in relation to virtual care as regulators continue to balance public safety, equitable access to services, and economic competitiveness.

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“…The study emphasizes the importance of protecting the public interest in rapidly evolving digital environments, suggesting that regulators must develop flexible and responsive regulatory frameworks that can adapt to technological changes. This approach is relevant to digital currency regulation, where the pace of innovation requires regulators to be proactive and forward-thinking in their policy development (Leslie et al, 2021).…”

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Accounting for digital currencies: A review of challenges and standardization efforts

Esther Chinonye Ugochukwu,

Titilola Falaiye,

Noluthando Zamanjomane Mhlongo

et al. 2024

Int. J. Sci. Res. Arch.

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In the wake of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the ascent of digital currencies heralds a transformative era in the global financial landscape, challenging traditional paradigms of currency, commerce, and regulation. This study delves into the emergence, integration, and implications of digital currencies within the global economy, with a particular focus on the accounting and regulatory challenges they pose. Through a meticulous examination of global adoption trends, technological advancements, and the historical evolution of digital currencies, this paper aims to dissect the multifaceted impact of these novel financial instruments on financial reporting, transparency, and regulatory frameworks. Employing a qualitative literature review strategy alongside thematic analysis, the study identifies key challenges in volatility, valuation, transaction anonymity, and the pressing need for standardized accounting practices to enhance comparability and transparency in financial reporting. The investigation extends to the scrutiny of current accounting standards, regulatory responses, and the concerted efforts towards standardization and best practices in digital currency accounting. The findings underscore a critical juncture for practitioners and regulators alike, navigating the intricate accounting landscape shaped by digital currencies. The study culminates in advocating for adaptive regulatory frameworks and standardized accounting practices, emphasizing the necessity of international collaboration and continuous research to harness the potential of digital currencies while safeguarding financial stability and integrity. Recommendations for future research and policy development are proposed to address the evolving dynamics of digital currencies, aiming to support innovation, ensure financial transparency, and maintain regulatory efficacy in the digital age.

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Protecting the public interest when regulating health professionals providing virtual care: a scoping review protocol

Cited by 3 publications

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Facing Progress with Pragmatism: Telemedicine and Family Medicine

Facing Progress with Pragmatism: Telemedicine and Family Medicine

Protecting the public interest while regulating health professionals providing virtual care: A scoping review

Accounting for digital currencies: A review of challenges and standardization efforts

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