I've put together a Cato policy forum on telemedicine, May 28 in DC. This goes beyond international trade. I'll have some things to say about trade, but then we'll get into more general health policy and con law issues:
In the United States and around the world, medical treatment has traditionally been segregated along state lines. Recently, new technology has made the provision of medical care online (telemedicine) a possibility, and consumers could benefit greatly from this development. However, state and national regulations often interfere with online medical care when it crosses borders. Can these regulations be adjusted to allow interstate and international trade? What policy concerns might arise in relation to online medical services that might require continued government involvement? Are there constitutional issues at stake? For example, do government restrictions on doctors offering medical advice online constitute an abridgement of free speech? Join us for a discussion of these issues.
Hope to see some of you there. As usual with Cato events, there's a free lunch afterwards!