Telemedicine for new immigrant children in the US: a tool for equity or another layer of disparity?

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Telemedicine enhances access to pediatric care for new immigrant families, addressing barriers like transportation and specialist shortages.
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Despite its potential, telemedicine faces challenges among immigrant families, including digital divide, low health literacy, and privacy concerns.
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Studies indicate low acceptance and feasibility of telemedicine for new immigrant families, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Expanding multilingual telehealth platforms and integrating services into community hubs can improve telemedicine accessibility for immigrant families.
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Policy changes, such as broader Medicaid coverage and interpreter integration, are crucial for equitable telemedicine access for new immigrant children.

Frontiers In Pediatrics

by Niriksha Ravi, Michael Olaseni Bamgbose, Yousra Yehia Abdelkhalek, Saloni Parkar, Yossef Alnasser
April 30, 2026

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