About TSI

The Telemedicine Society of India (TSI) is a prominent professional body dedicated to advancing telemedicine and digital health in India. The initiative for the formation of society started in the year 2001, and TSI was formally registered as a society in the year 2006 with Lucknow as its headquarters. Telemedicine, which involves delivering healthcare services remotely using information and communication technology, has emerged as a powerful tool for overcoming geographic barriers, improving healthcare access, and addressing the significant disparities. Since its inception, TSI has played a pivotal role in promoting the adoption of telemedicine practices across the country.

TSI’s primary mission is to foster the growth of telemedicine and e-health in India by promoting research, development, and implementation of telemedicine technologies. The society works to raise awareness about the benefits of telemedicine, particularly in remote and underserved areas where healthcare access is limited. Additionally, TSI's objectives include setting standards for telemedicine practice, promoting ethical guidelines, and influencing policy to create a conducive environment for telemedicine adoption across healthcare sectors.

The society serves as a platform for professionals from various sectors such as healthcare, technology, and governance to collaborate, exchange knowledge, and contribute to the evolution of telemedicine and digital health. By bringing together doctors, researchers, IT professionals, government officials, and entrepreneurs, TSI helps foster interdisciplinary collaboration that drives innovation in telemedicine. The society has nearly 1500 members including individual life members, institutional members, corporate members, start-up members, and overseas.

TSI has twenty State Chapters that organize training program, continuing medical education programs, conferences, and symposiums. Over the years, TSI has undertaken several initiatives to promote the growth and adoption of telemedicine in India. The society has been actively involved in policy advocacy and has worked closely with government agencies to shape regulations and policies that support the development of telemedicine in India.

Furthermore, TSI is part of the International Society of Telemedicine & e-Health and collaborates with international organizations such as the American Telemedicine Association and the Armenian Association of Digital Health along with experts to stay abreast of global trends and best practices in telemedicine. TSI also partners with technology companies, research institutions, and healthcare organizations to explore new solutions and improve telemedicine infrastructure.