Belo Horizonte Telehealth: Incorporation of Teleconsultations in a Health Primary Care System.

Introduction: The Belo Horizonte Telehealth program, a pioneer in telemedicine within the Brazilian National Health System (Sistema Único de Sauùde in Portuguese), was implemented by the Belo Horizonte City Health Department (SMSA-BH) in 2004. The purpose of the present study is to analyze opinions on the obstacles, difficulties, and suggestions on the use of teleconsultations.

Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted among primary healthcare professionals and health managers.