Telephone-based telepsychiatry consultations: a qualitative exploration of psychiatrists experiences in Oman

Objectives The utilisation of tele-mental health services has the potential to address challenges in mental health services within the Eastern Mediterranean Region. However, the adoption of tele-mental health in Oman remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the experiences of psychiatrists with telephone consultations, offering valuable insights to advance the field of telepsychiatry. Design This is a qualitative exploratory study. The analysis of the data involved the application of manifest content analysis. Setting The semi-structured interviews were conducted with the psychiatrists at Al Masarra Hospital. Participants A total of 10 semi-structured interviews were conducted. Results The study reveals that psychiatrists encounter communication challenges in telephone consultations, such as the absence of visual ...

BMJ     Mar 09, 2024