System for remote session control in multi-device clinical telemedicine platforms

Abstract

A system (100) for remotely controlling sessions in multi-device clinical telemedicine platforms, comprising: (a) a session initialisation and authentication module configured to verify the identities of doctors and patients and generate a unique session identifier; (b) a device registration and interoperability module configured to register a plurality of devices and enable communication between those devices using standardised interoperability protocols; (c) a remote control and session transfer module configured to enable the real-time transmission of an active telemedicine session between registered devices while maintaining continuous operation; (d) a media and data synchronisation module configured to maintain encrypted real-time synchronisation of audio, video and medical data between the devices; (e) a clinical workflow management module configured to integrate the session with hospital information systems and electronic health records; (f) a security and compliance enforcement module configured to ensure role-based access control, activity logging, and compliance with health regulations; and g) a session analysis and optimization module configured to monitor, analyze and improve session performance across said devices, h) the system enables secure, uninterrupted telemedicine consultations with centralized control across multiple devices.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of telemedicine and remote medical consultation technologies. More specifically, it relates to systems and methods for enabling secure, real-time remote session control across multiple devices in clinical telemedicine platforms. The invention addresses seamless physician-patient interaction, device interoperability, and centralized session management to improve efficiency, safety, and quality of care.

[0002] In modern healthcare, telemedicine platforms have become indispensable for conducting remote consultations, diagnoses, and treatments, especially in geographically dispersed areas or in emergency situations. However, most existing solutions primarily focus on video communication and access to patient records without an integrated mechanism for real-time remote session control across multiple devices. This limitation creates operational inefficiencies for physicians who must seamlessly switch between devices such as tablets, desktops, and medical diagnostic devices during a live consultation.

[0003] Furthermore, current telemedicine systems often operate in isolated device environments, making it difficult to maintain a continuous and synchronized clinical session when a user changes devices or integrates peripheral medical devices. This leads to fragmented interactions, duplicate workflows, and the risk of miscommunication between healthcare professionals and patients. Security and privacy are also at risk when session handoff mechanisms are not properly managed or authenticated.

[0004] The present invention addresses these challenges by introducing a secure, interoperable, and centralized remote session control system specifically designed for multi-device clinical telehealth environments. It enables physicians to initiate, transfer, and manage active sessions across devices without data loss or workflow disruption, while enforcing strict security and compliance protocols. This problem-solving approach ensures continuity of care, reduces operational friction, and improves the overall efficiency of remote medical consultations.

[0005] An objective of the present disclosure is to provide a secure and centralized system for managing clinical telemedicine sessions across multiple devices without interrupting workflow.

[0006] Another objective of the present disclosure is to enable seamless transfer of active telemedicine consultations between devices while ensuring media and data continuity.

[0007] Another objective of the present disclosure is to ensure interoperability with various medical devices and health information systems through standardized communication protocols.

[0008] Another objective of the present disclosure is to maintain real-time synchronization of audio, video, and patient health data across all connected devices.

[0009] Another objective of the present disclosure is to improve clinical workflow efficiency by integrating session control with appointment scheduling, access to electronic health records, and exchange of diagnostic data.

[0010] Another objective of this disclosure is to provide robust security and compliance enforcement and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR.

[0011] Another objective of the present disclosure is to enable predictive analytics to optimize session quality, avoid interruptions, and improve the user experience.

[0012] Another objective of the present disclosure is to reduce operational friction in telemedicine consultations, thereby improving the speed and reliability of healthcare delivery and patient satisfaction.

[0013] Further objects and advantages of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following description, which, however, is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure.

[0014] The present invention relates to a system for remote session control in multi-device clinical telemedicine platforms that enables secure, uninterrupted consultations with centralized management across multiple devices.

[0015] Another embodiment of the present invention is the provision of a session initialization and authentication mechanism that ensures verified access for physicians and patients.

[0016] Another embodiment of the present invention is the integration of a device registration and interoperability framework to interconnect various computing devices and medical peripherals using standardized protocols.

[0017] Another embodiment of the present invention is the implementation of remote control and session transfer capabilities to seamlessly move active consultations between devices without data loss or interruptions.

[0018] Another embodiment of the present invention is the use of media and data synchronization techniques to maintain encrypted real-time alignment of audio, video, and patient medical data.

[0019] Another embodiment of the present invention is the embedding of clinical workflow management functions to integrate appointment scheduling, access to electronic medical records, diagnostics, and task distribution within the telemedicine session.

[0020] Another embodiment of the present invention is the use of robust security and compliance measures to protect patient privacy and meet regulatory requirements.

[0021] Another embodiment of the present invention is the incorporation of analytics and optimization capabilities to monitor session performance, predict disruptions, and improve the telemedicine experience.

[0022] The present invention relates to a secure and centralized system for remote session control in multi-device clinical telemedicine platforms, enabling uninterrupted consultations and seamless device transitions. The system comprises seven key modules, including session initialization and authentication, device registration and interoperability, remote session control and transfer, media and data synchronization, clinical workflow management, security and compliance enforcement, and analytics with optimization. Together, these modules ensure efficient, secure, and real-time telemedicine operations with full integration into clinical workflows. Session initialization and authentication module

[0023] This module is responsible for initiating telemedicine sessions and verifying the identities of physicians and patients. It includes multi-factor authentication (MFA), digital certificates, and the generation of secure tokens to ensure that only authorized users can initiate or join a session. The module also verifies device credentials to ensure that each connected device meets the platform's security requirements. After authentication, a unique session ID is generated, which is used to track and manage the session across multiple devices. Device registration and interoperability module

[0024] This module manages the registration of various devices, including desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and medical peripherals such as digital stethoscopes, otoscopes, and imaging devices. It standardizes communication through APIs and interoperability protocols (e.g., HL7, FHIR) to ensure compatibility between different hardware and software ecosystems. The module also supports dynamic device discovery and handshake protocols for rapid integration into ongoing sessions. Module for remote control and transmission of sessions

[0025] This module enables real-time control of session processes, allowing users to transfer an active consultation from one device to another without interruption. It ensures continuous media streaming, data synchronization, and context preservation, so switching devices doesn't cause delays or loss of information. The module also allows physicians to remotely control connected devices, for example, adjusting the angle of video cameras or activating diagnostic devices during the session. Media and data synchronization module

[0026] This module ensures that all video, audio, and text messages, as well as shared medical data, remain synchronized across devices during the session. It utilizes adaptive bitrate streaming, low-latency data channels, and timestamp alignment to maintain real-time consistency. The module also manages the encryption of media streams and shared data to comply with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR, ensuring privacy is maintained while data is transferred between devices. Clinical workflow management module

[0027] This module integrates remote session management into the overall clinical workflow by providing tools for scheduling, accessing patient records, electronic prescribing, and sharing diagnostic data. It enables session bookmarking and task assignment, allowing different team members to join, leave, or resume sessions with appropriate context. The module is designed to work with hospital information systems (HIS) and electronic health records (EHR) to ensure seamless data exchange. Security and Compliance Enforcement Module

[0028] This module provides end-to-end encryption, role-based access control (RBAC), and activity logging to protect sensitive healthcare data. It continuously monitors device connections for anomalies, automatically revokes access from compromised devices, and records all session activity for audit trails. Compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, ISO 27001, and regional telehealth standards are integrated into its operational logs to ensure that all device-to-device interactions are secure and compliant. Analytics and session optimization module

[0029] This module collects and analyzes data on session quality, device performance, user interaction patterns, and network stability. It sends real-time alerts to clinicians when performance degradation is detected and recommends optimization strategies, such as switching to a device with a better network connection. Over time, it leverages AI-driven predictive analytics to improve session reliability, resource allocation, and patient engagement outcomes.

[0030] The invention is explained again below with reference to the figure. It shows: Fig. a system for remotely controlling sessions in multi-device clinical telemedicine platforms.

[0031] Fig.This example demonstrates a system for remote session control in multi-device clinical telemedicine platforms. The system works by first authenticating the physician and patient via the session initialization and authentication module, and generating a unique session ID to securely identify the consultation. All participating devices are then registered via the device registration and interoperability module, ensuring compatibility through standardized protocols and enabling the integration of clinical peripherals. During the consultation, the remote session control and transfer module enables seamless switching of the active session between devices, maintaining continuity of communication and control over the connected medical devices.The Media and Data Synchronization module ensures that video, audio, diagnostic results, and shared patient data remain consistent and encrypted across all devices in real time. The Clinical Workflow Management module integrates the session with hospital systems, enabling access to patient records, scheduling, prescriptions, and task coordination without interrupting the consultation. The Security and Compliance Enforcement module applies role-based access control, end-to-end encryption, anomaly detection, and activity logging to ensure healthcare compliance and protect sensitive data.The Analytics and Session Optimization module continuously monitors performance metrics, predicts potential problems, and dynamically recommends optimizations to ensure that the remote telemedicine session operates with maximum reliability, efficiency, and security across multiple devices.

Claims

[1] A system (100) for remotely controlling sessions in multi-device clinical telemedicine platforms, comprising: (a) a session initialisation and authentication module configured to verify the identities of doctors and patients and generate a unique session identifier; (b) a device registration and interoperability module configured to register a plurality of devices and enable communication between those devices using standardised interoperability protocols; (c) a remote control and session transfer module configured to enable the real-time transmission of an active telemedicine session between registered devices while maintaining continuous operation; (d) a media and data synchronisation module configured to maintain encrypted real-time synchronisation of audio, video and medical data between the devices; (e) a clinical workflow management module configured to integrate the session with hospital information systems and electronic health records; (f) a security and compliance enforcement module configured to ensure role-based access control, activity logging, and compliance with health regulations; and g) a session analysis and optimization module configured to monitor, analyze and improve session performance across said devices, h) the system enables secure, uninterrupted telemedicine consultations with centralized control across multiple devices. [2] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the session initialization and authentication module uses multi-factor authentication and digital certificates for user verification. [3] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the device registration and interoperability module supports the integration of peripheral medical devices using HL7 and FHIR protocols. [4] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the remote session control and broadcast module maintains live video streams, audio channels, and context data during device switching. [5] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the media and data synchronization module uses adaptive bitrate streaming and timestamp alignment to maintain real-time consistency. [6] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the clinical workflow management module provides session bookmarking, task distribution, and automated updates to records in the electronic health record. [7] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the security and compliance enforcement module automatically revokes device access when unauthorized or anomalous activity is detected. [8] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the analytics and session optimization module uses AI-based predictive analytics to prevent performance degradation during active sessions. [9] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the device registration and interoperability module enables dynamic device discovery and handshake authentication during an active session. [10] The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the remote session control and transmission module enables remote control of patient-connected medical peripherals by the medical professional during the telemedicine session.

Images