Okewale Reshapes Telemedicine With ‘TeleDoc’, A New Cutting-Edge App

FUNSHO AROGUNDADE

TeleDoc, Nigeria’s premier cutting-edge telemedicine app, designed to make healthcare more accessible and transform how healthcare professionals deliver services to millions of underserved populations in Nigeria and the diaspora, has been launched.

The avant-garde telemedicine app was unveiled Tuesday at a media event in Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.

Speaking at the unveiling, Mr. Demilade Okewale, co-founder and chief technology officer of TeleDoc stated that in a rapidly evolving world where technology rules to reshape everything, healthcare is no exception.

He disclosed that they have been at work to revolutionise how healthcare is delivered in Nigeria by leveraging the power of technology and that gave birth to TeleDoc.

His words; “As the world becomes more digital, TeleDoc is here to revolutionize healthcare experience. The platform is at the forefront of the telemedicine movement, making healthcare more flexible, accessible, and efficient for both doctors and patients.

“With TeleDoc, Nigerians can avoid high healthcare costs, skip long waiting times and get immediate attention, access quality healthcare without the financial burden and get personalized care from doctors who understand their unique needs virtually from the comfort of their homes and offices.”

The Platform CTO emphasized that by putting healthcare professionals in control of their digital practices and allowing patients to access quality care from anywhere, TeleDoc is not just an app, it’s a vital part of the future of healthcare in Nigeria.

“We recognize the needs of Nigerians, both at home and abroad, and have designed TeleDoc to cater to those specific challenges. Whether you’re in Lagos, London, or New York, you can now consult with top Nigerian specialists from various medical fields, helping bridge the healthcare gap for the diaspora community.

“Healthcare doesn’t wait, and neither should patients. That’s why availability is key to TeleDoc’s infrastructure. We’ve built a system designed to ensure the platform remains accessible 24/7, enabling doctors and patients to connect without unnecessary downtime,” Okewale added.

The platform also offers doctors and other healthcare practitioners all-in-one solution for setting up digital practices with Video Consultations where Doctors can conduct face-to-face virtual consultations with their patients or new ones anywhere anytime; Digital Patient Management tools to maintain patient records, schedule appointments, and track patient progress, all in a secure environment; Earnings Potential where Doctors can monetize their expertise by offering consultations on the platform, with TeleDoc taking a commission; and lastly allows doctors to work from anywhere, at any time, on their terms.

“We wanted to create a solution that not only helps doctors extend their practice but also gives patients peace of mind,” said Okewale.

Sharing some insights into the technology behind TeleDoc and how they are ensuring a secure and seamless experience for users, Okewale, an experienced IT and Security Consultant, stated that in the world of healthcare, trust is essential, especially when it comes to handling sensitive medical data.

“That’s why we’ve designed TeleDoc with the highest standards of security, ensuring that our users can confidently use the platform without concerns about data breaches or privacy violations,” Okewale said.

He added, “The foundation of our security strategy lies in the CIA Triad which stands for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. Confidentiality is one of our top priorities. On TeleDoc, all communications between doctors and patients are protected to ensure that sensitive health data remains private. Users can rest assured that their medical records and consultation details are secure and accessible only to authorized individuals.

“Maintaining data integrity is equally important. We have implemented measures to ensure that the information shared on our platform such as consultation summaries, prescriptions, and lab orders remains accurate and cannot be altered improperly. This is crucial for ensuring that healthcare providers and patients can rely on the data provided for decision-making.”

Also speaking at the unveiling, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of TeleDoc, Mrs. Kiki Okewale described the new telemedicine platform as a user-friendly app that empowers doctors to run fully equipped virtual offices.

“This App provides all the tools needed for seamless consultations, patient management, and earning potential without the constraints of physical location. With its growing network of doctors and increasing number of patients, TeleDoc is poised to reshape the healthcare landscape. It’s more than a service; it’s a movement towards democratising healthcare,” Mrs. Okewale reiterated.

Patients can easily download the TeleDoc app from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store for instant access to doctors across various medical specialties. Also Doctors can download the TeleDoc Doctor app on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.