Can a tablet in an ambulance help doctors assess sick kids? new study says maybe.
NCT ID NCT05967624
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a simple video call system on a tablet could help doctors remotely assess children with breathing problems while they were being transported in an ambulance. Researchers worked with 20 children who were stable enough for transport and compared the remote doctor's assessment with the paramedic's on-the-spot evaluation. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and acceptable for real-world use, paving the way for larger studies.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Boston Medical Center
Boston, Massachusetts, 02118, United States
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