Remote diagnostics in urology

Performing a patient examination, diagnostic investigation, and procedures using telehealth tools is possible and in some instances already in use by medical practitioners. Its potential and significance are great, where it can aid in increasing access to care for those in underserved or remote areas, help improve outcomes by reducing the time to diagnosis and enabling earlier diagnosis, and allow for better care for more patients by reducing the demands on healthcare systems. There are a great number of tools and resources available which can be integrated into one's clinical practice, from performing many routine and some specialized blood tests, urinalysis, uroflowmetry, and even arranging for radiological imaging. The potential to offer more diagnostic services and modalities through telehealth is great, and urologists are particularly well placed to help guide this expansion.