Title | E-mail Communication Between Pediatricians and Their Patients |
Author(s) | Robert S. Gerstle, MD and the Task Force on Medical Informatics |
Source | Pediatrics, Vol. 114, No. 1, Pages 317-321 |
Publication Date | Jul-04 |
Abstract | This report addresses specific e-mail patient communication issues relevant to pediatricians and their appropriate use of e-mail in the office setting. The report briefly reviews: 1) e-mail privacy and security concerns; 2) e-mail in the office environment; 3) the legal status of e-mail; and 4) available e-mail technologic solutions. |