Learn how to build a HIPAA-aligned telemedicine and digital pharmacy app for Saudi Arabia (KSA), from market outlook and regulatory requirements to architecture, AI integration, and cost estimates.

Surprised to see a seemingly old reference to telemedicine here. It's only begun significant movement in the last five years or so though.

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Multiple articles from Financial Times - Future of AI and Digital Healthcare

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This article explains the training that should be in place to support the work of telemedicine. The writing is explicit in what should be involved in the training in order to ensure that patients feel satisfied and healthcare professionals feel efficacious.