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Lack of broadband service, funding gives rise to telehealth services in rural clinics
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· August 6, 2026
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Key takeaway The Davis Mountain Clinic in Fort Davis is one such example, offering telehealth services to patients.
In rural areas, a lack of broadband service and funding has led to the development of telehealth services. The Davis Mountain Clinic in Fort Davis is one such example, offering telehealth services to patients. The clinic is run by head nurse and director Carol Brewer, who connects patients to online psychologists and physicians.
The clinic itself is located in a renovated shipping container. Further details about the clinic and its services are available from the source, including the benefits of telehealth for rural patients and the clinic's unique setup.
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Category: local Published: August 6, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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