Telemedicine journal and e-health : the official journal of the American Telemedicine Association
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To describe remote presence robotic utilization and examine perceived physician impact upon care in the intensive care unit (ICU). ⋯ Remote presence robotic technology is deployed in ICUs with various patterns of utilization that, in toto, simulate normal ICU work flow. There is a high rate of deployment in academic ICUs, suggesting the intensivists shortage also affects large facilities. Physicians using the technology are generally senior, experienced, and dedicated to critical care and highly support the technology.