June, 1997 - Private investors and East Carolina University have
announced the operations of Telemedicine Technologies Company, LLC,
a North Carolina limited liability company. The new company is
positioned to engage in a number of telemedicine and telehealth
activities at regional, national, and international levels. Included
in the scope of the company's plans are advanced telemedicine
training, consulting and integration services, and development
of emerging technologies that will enhance and advance medical
and health applications.
David Balch, Director of Telemedicine at East Carolina University,
relates that the company plans to draw upon the expertise and
experience of several disciplines essential to a successful
"production" telemedicine program. "We plan to work closely
with the University, its School of Medicine, the local hospitals,
and medical and health professionals to deliver unparalleled
training and consultative services" says Balch. "We are excited
by the innovative teamwork made possible by the joint effort of
private and public entities."
"In addition to offering training, consulting, and integration
services, Telemedicine Technologies Company will develop and
transfer telemedicine, informatics, and instrument technology
from research to production projects" says Bob Watson, Manager
of Business Development for TTC. "A consortium of medical,
communications, and information resources is available to
assess, design, and implement new systems to extend the
effectiveness and reach of health care services."
Telemedicine Technologies Company has created strategic
relationships with local, national, and international partners
for response to opportunities emerging in the telemedicine and
telehealth industry.
For more information regarding this joint venture, please contact:
Bob Watson
Business Development Manager
Telemedicine Technologies Company
919-243-9664 phone
919-243-7486 fax
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Dave Balch
Director of Telemedicine
East Carolina University School of Medicine
919-816-2466 phone
919-816-2495 fax
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Telemedicine Technologies Company, LLC
2462 Stantonsburg Road, Suite 190
Greenville, NC 27834 USA
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