Factors Affecting user Acceptance of Telemedicine in Islamabad, Pakistan
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User Acceptance, Telemedicine, TAM modelAbstract
The study aimed to study the factors that affect the user acceptance of telemedicine among general population in Islamabad, Pakistan. Simple random sampling was utilised in this cross-sectional study to collect relevant data from all areas of Islamabad. Between April and May, data were gathered utilising a structured questionnaire. The study framework was chosen based on the technology acceptance model. The theoretical concept was put to the test using linear logistic analysis. The study found age and education significant among demographic variables. Attitude, demand and PEOU were also found significant in the study while PE and residence had no significance. This study supports the use of TAM in Islamabad's uptake of telemedicine services. The findings indicate that user perceptions played a key role in telemedicine uptake. Since technological acceptance varies geographically, there is a good chance that the factors influencing the adoption of telemedicine technology will differ from the sample presented here.
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