Arizona Telemedicine Training Program

Melanie Esher-Blair welcoming local training program participants in Tucson as well as remote participants at our Phoenix video conference classroom.

 

The Arizona Telemedicine Training Program and Southwest Telehealth Resource Center offer comprehensive instruction in telemedicine program management. Our half-day training courses cover various aspects of telemedicine and telehealth.

Who Should Attend: Anyone interested in learning about this dynamic field! These training courses are great for networking and building relationships with other telemedicine providers.

The instructors of the Arizona Telemedicine Training Program are renowned national experts in telehealth, distance education, and operations. They regularly present at both national and international conferences and have authored numerous papers in their respective fields.

Training Objectives:

  • To provide ongoing training courses for healthcare professionals.
  • To improve public health in rural and urban communities by providing current information and training.
  • To provide health care systems throughout the state with information, training, and expertise in the field of telemedicine.

 

Developing a Telemedicine Program
January 27, 2026; May 5, 2026; September 15, 2026

Topics

  • Telemedicine Guidelines and Standards for a Successful Program
  • Virtual Communication Etiquette
  • Role of AI in Digital Health
  • Telemedicine Privacy and Cybersecurity
  • Telehealth Law & Policy
  • Telehealth Reimbursement and Billing

Continuing Medical Education 
Outcome Objectives

  • Develop a strategic approach for launching or expanding telemedicine services aligned with organizational goals.
  • Improve communication skills and etiquette for effective patient interactions through telehealth.
  • Increase understanding of privacy, cybersecurity, and legal considerations critical to compliant telemedicine practices.
  • Identify key guidelines, standards, and strategies for creating successful and equitable telemedicine programs.

Accreditation / Credit Designation Statement
The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson designates this live activity for a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Relevant Financial Relationships Statement
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson Office of Continuing Medical Education adheres to the ACCME's Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CME activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies (commercial interests). The CME office reviewers have nothing to disclose. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

All individuals in a position to control the content of this CME activity have disclosed that they have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies that would constitute a conflict of interest concerning this CME activity.
 

Register Here:

           January 27, 2026  May 5, 2026   September 15, 2026
 

 

Special Event:

Title: “Connected Care Summit: Bridging Distance”
Date: April 23, 2026
Time: 9 AM – 4:00 PM
El Pomar Foundation: Penrose House, Colorado Springs, CO

Please join the Colorado Office of eHealth Innovation, Arizona Telemedicine Program and the Southwest Telehealth Resource Center for a collaborative summit focused on implementing telehealth innovations for better health outcomes.

Strictly limited in-person seating is reserved for Colorado residents.

Virtual option is available for all others.

     Register Here

 

Contact Melanie Esher for more information.
 

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Arizona Telemedicine Program
1501 N. Campbell Avenue
AHSL Rm. 1156
Tucson, AZ 85724

Melanie Esher, MAdm, Program Coordinator, Sr
Phone: 520-626-6103
mesher@telemedicine.arizona.edu


Disability-related accommodations:
Please contact us regarding any questions about disability-related accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in this event such as ASL interpreting, captioned videos, Braille or electronic text, etc.  Our contact information is located here: https://telemedicine.arizona.edu/contact

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