Recognised for its leadership in telemedicine technology, Intel Corporation was recently presented the 'Nigerian Telemedicine Entrepreneurial Company Award' by Frost & Sullivan, one of Africa's leading Excellence Awards platforms.
The accolades were given to companies demonstrating market leadership in the fields of healthcare, industrial automation and ICT, from Kenya, Zambia, Nigeria, South Africa and the whole of sub-Saharan Africa. Intel Corporation received the accolade due to its ongoing efforts to improve healthcare in Nigeria through the implementation of advanced technological solutions that connect remote villages to established hospitals.
Commenting on the award, David Ibhawoh, Business Development Manager for Intel Nigeria, stated: “Developments in the telemedicine field are vital to help provide improved medical care for those living in rural areas and to ensure doctors are able to perform more complex medical procedures. Africa is a highly populated landmass with many people unable to access basic medical care. By improving Africa's healthcare system through remote access vehicles and technology, governments will be able to provide essential medical advice to those in need.”
Almost 18 months ago, Intel launched a pilot programme to provide essential platforms for the expansion of telemedicine and other e-health initiatives in Nigeria, such as video-conferencing and remote diagnostic equipment through Intel's National Hospital, in Abuja, to the national Medical Centre, Bida.
“Since the launch of our programme, thousands of Nigerian citizens have benefited from invaluable access to healthcare services,” added Ibhawoh. “Telemedicine has the potential to become a platform to help alleviate Africa's healthcare issues and Intel will continue to work with governments and healthcare professionals to further develop in this field.” In subsequent months, Intel intends to work with stakeholders in the health sector to better improve healthcare delivery through the use of technology, with a key role in empowering doctors, nurses and other health sectors working to own and better use technology.
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