Lack of broadband service, funding gives rise to telehealth services in rural clinics

The Davis Mountain Clinic is operating as a specialized rural medical facility that deviates from traditional clinical models. Lacking conventional infrastructure such as windows, large waiting areas, and extensive on-site medical staff, the facility functions primarily through a single nurse, Carol Brewer.

This operational structure is a response to broader challenges regarding limited funding and a lack of broadband connectivity in rural regions. By utilizing telehealth technology, the clinic facilitates remote connections between patients and psychological care providers, serving as a model for delivering medical services in underserved areas.