Orthopaedic Telemedicine Clinics: A Patient Satisfaction Survey of 522 Patients.

Background The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated the rapid adoption of telemedicine across medical specialties, including orthopedics. This study aimed to assess patient satisfaction with orthopedic telemedicine consultations and analyze the efficiency and limitations of this approach during the pandemic. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted involving 522 patients who underwent telephone consultations for orthopedic care between May 2020 and January 2021.