Telemedicine for HIV Care During COVID-19
Author Information
Author(s): Walker Daisy, Moucheraud Corrina, Butler Derrick, Takayama Christian, Shoptaw Steven, Currier Judith S., Gladstein Jay, Hoffman Risa
Primary Institution: Division of Infectious Diseases, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Hypothesis
What are the attitudes and experiences of people living with HIV regarding telemedicine at federally qualified health centers during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Conclusion
People living with HIV showed high satisfaction with telemedicine, primarily through telephone visits, and expressed interest in continuing this mode of care in the future.
Supporting Evidence
- 60% of participants had used telemedicine for HIV care, primarily via telephone.
- 95% of those who used telephone visits felt satisfied with the quality of care.
- 88% reported consistent access to privacy for telephone visits.
Takeaway
This study found that many people living with HIV liked using telemedicine during the pandemic because it saved them time and money, and they want to keep using it in the future.
Methodology
Surveys were conducted with 271 people living with HIV, covering sociodemographic factors, telemedicine attitudes, and experiences.
Potential Biases
Self-reported technological literacy may be subject to social desirability bias.
Limitations
The findings may not be generalizable to all individuals receiving care, and many responses were hypothetical due to limited video telemedicine experience.
Participant Demographics
Median age was 49 years; 79% identified as cisgender men, 46% as Black/African American, and 85% preferred English.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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