VOICED : Technology brings women doctors into rural Pakistan

In a remote village in northern Pakistan, telemedicine is bridging the healthcare gap. With no local physicians, patients consult doctors in Karachi via the internet. A mother shares her positive experience with this service, highlighting its convenience and effectiveness. Despite economic growth, Pakistan's healthcare spending remains low, making telemedicine crucial. Clinics operate by having nurses examine patients before doctors diagnose via video calls. This system also revives the careers of women doctors who often leave the profession due to societal pressures. Telemedicine offers them an alternative, bringing medical expertise to rural areas and benefiting local communities.

What are the economic implications of Pakistan spending less than 1% of its GDP on healthcare?

Describe the process of patient consultation in the telemedicine clinics mentioned in the text.