[Telemedicine: a novel service in pediatric emergency care].

There is a very high demand for consulting pediatricians beyond clinic hours. The use of telemedicine, as provided by the "pediatrician online" service, addresses this need safely and effectively with high patient satisfaction. Discussion: The use of telemedicine is expected to expand. In order to ensure its proper use while recognizing the capabilities and limitations, controlled studies should be conducted, exploring the outcome of different approaches in various situations.