The Intention to Use Telemedicine by Surgical Patients in Response to COVID-19
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https://doi.org/10.33192/Smj.2022.95Keywords:
Telemedicine, Covid 19, surgery, intention to useAbstract
Objective: This study explored patients’ intention to use telemedicine instead of traveling to a hospital during the current global COVID-19 crisis. The framework focused on the relationships between variables derived from the technology acceptance model and the extended unified theory of acceptance and use of technology model.
Materials and Methods: Multistage sampling procedures were applied to recruit samples using nonprobability sampling methods. Adult patients who had undergone surgery at a university hospital participated; all were experienced in using online meeting applications and online payment services in their daily lives. Consent forms and online questionnaires were distributed via a Google Forms link.
Results: Between October and December 2021, 502 patients undergoing procedures participated in the study. Five variables—social influence, trust, price, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of use—significantly impacted intention to use. Perceived ease of use significantly impacted perceived usefulness, with a value of 0.679***. In addition, perceived ease of use indirectly influenced intention to use (impact value, 0.103***). Performance expectancy did not significantly impact intention to use, with an impact value of -0.012.
Conclusion: The contributions of this study will enable developers, medical professionals, and marketers to improve telemedicine services to better satisfy patients undergoing surgery and increase their intention to use telemedicine. However, the performance expectancy aspect may not warrant patients’ intention. Additionally, the research is recommended on other potential variables influencing telemedicine utilization, such as psychological expectations, performance expectations, and technical conditions.
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