The document discusses telemedicine and its potential benefits. It defines telemedicine as the use of telecommunications and information technologies to provide clinical healthcare at a distance. The Prime Minister of India's vision is highlighted for making medical specialists and teachers available through broadband to remote areas. Potential services of telemedicine include primary care, specialist referrals, remote patient monitoring, consumer health information, chronic disease management, and medical education. Benefits include improved access to care, cost efficiencies, quality of care, and meeting patient demand. Various delivery mechanisms and technologies are described. Legal and ethical issues are also discussed.