This study describes the design of a real-time interactive multimedia teleradiology system and assesses how the system is used by\nreferring physicians in point-of-care situations and supports or hinders aspects of physician-radiologist interaction.We developed a\nreal-time multimedia teleradiology management system that automates the transfer of images and radiologists� reports and surveyed\nphysicians to triangulate the findings and to verify the realism and results of the experiment.The web-based survey was delivered to\n150 physicians from a range of specialties. The survey was completed by 72% of physicians. Data showed a correlation between rich\ninteractivity, satisfaction, and effectiveness. The results of our experiments suggest that real-time multimedia tele radiology systems\nare valued by referring physicians and may have the potential for enhancing their practice and improving patient care and highlight\nthe critical role of multimedia technologies to provide real-time multi mode interactivity in current medical care.
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