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Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia

Medhat Taha, Sara S. Alzhrani, Laila O. Alnashri, Nourah I. Alzubaidi, Amirah S. Alzubaidi, Abdulrahim A. Alzaylaee, Raghad F. Bahakeem, Hanan A. Elgendy, Danah M. Alruwaili.


Abstract
Background: Telemedicine is a crucial tool in modern healthcare, improving access to medical services, especially in underserved areas. The coronavirus 2019 disease pandemic accelerated its adoption; however, challenges such as technological barriers and awareness gaps persist. In regions like Al-Qunfudhah, Saudi Arabia, telemedicine offers a potential solution to healthcare limitations.
Aim: This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of telemedicine among the general population in Al-Qunfudhah.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Al-Qunfudhah from January to April 2024, targeting 384 adults aged 18 - 65 years. Data were collected via an online Arabic-language questionnaire covering demographics, awareness, and perceptions. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 26, with chi-square tests assessing demographic associations with awareness levels.
Results: The study found that 84.8% of participants were aware of telemedicine, but only 66.7% were knowledgeable about specific services. Social media (60.7%) was the primary source of information, and 44.8% had used telemedicine services, with voice calls being the most common mode (69.4%). Satisfaction was reported by 55.4%, while 63.1% cited technological barriers as the main challenge.
Conclusion: Despite high awareness, knowledge gaps about specific services persist. Targeted awareness campaigns and improved infrastructure are essential to enhance telemedicine adoption in underserved areas like Al-Qunfudhah.

Key words: Telemedicine, Awareness, Saudi Arabia, Digital Health, Remote Healthcare, Patient Satisfaction, Technological Barriers, Health Access, Al-Qunfudhah


 
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Taha M, Alzhrani SS, Alnashri LO, Alzubaidi NI, Alzubaidi AS, Alzaylaee AA, Bahakeem RF, Elgendy HA, Alruwaili DM. Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia. IJMDC. 2025; 9(4): 905-913. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542

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Taha M, Alzhrani SS, Alnashri LO, Alzubaidi NI, Alzubaidi AS, Alzaylaee AA, Bahakeem RF, Elgendy HA, Alruwaili DM. Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia. https://www.ijmdc.com/?mno=246030 [Access: May 14, 2025]. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542

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Taha M, Alzhrani SS, Alnashri LO, Alzubaidi NI, Alzubaidi AS, Alzaylaee AA, Bahakeem RF, Elgendy HA, Alruwaili DM. Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia. IJMDC. 2025; 9(4): 905-913. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542


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Taha M, Alzhrani SS, Alnashri LO, Alzubaidi NI, Alzubaidi AS, Alzaylaee AA, Bahakeem RF, Elgendy HA, Alruwaili DM. Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia. IJMDC. (2025), [cited May 14, 2025]; 9(4): 905-913. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542


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Taha, M., Alzhrani, . S. S., Alnashri, . L. O., Alzubaidi, . N. I., Alzubaidi, . A. S., Alzaylaee, . A. A., Bahakeem, . R. F., Elgendy, . H. A. & Alruwaili, . D. M. (2025) Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia. IJMDC, 9 (4), 905-913. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542


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Taha, Medhat, Sara S. Alzhrani, Laila O. Alnashri, Nourah I. Alzubaidi, Amirah S. Alzubaidi, Abdulrahim A. Alzaylaee, Raghad F. Bahakeem, Hanan A. Elgendy, and Danah M. Alruwaili. 2025. Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia. International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries, 9 (4), 905-913. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542


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Taha, Medhat, Sara S. Alzhrani, Laila O. Alnashri, Nourah I. Alzubaidi, Amirah S. Alzubaidi, Abdulrahim A. Alzaylaee, Raghad F. Bahakeem, Hanan A. Elgendy, and Danah M. Alruwaili. "Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia." International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries 9 (2025), 905-913. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542


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Taha, Medhat, Sara S. Alzhrani, Laila O. Alnashri, Nourah I. Alzubaidi, Amirah S. Alzubaidi, Abdulrahim A. Alzaylaee, Raghad F. Bahakeem, Hanan A. Elgendy, and Danah M. Alruwaili. "Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia." International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries 9.4 (2025), 905-913. Print. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542


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Taha, M., Alzhrani, . S. S., Alnashri, . L. O., Alzubaidi, . N. I., Alzubaidi, . A. S., Alzaylaee, . A. A., Bahakeem, . R. F., Elgendy, . H. A. & Alruwaili, . D. M. (2025) Knowledge, attitudes, and practice of telemedicine among the general population in the Al-Qunfudhah governate, Saudi Arabia. International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries, 9 (4), 905-913. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1741243542




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