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We would like to thank our colleagues from the MaineHealth Telestroke Program for making this project possible through the generous loan of the telemedicine equipment.
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This research was not supported by any funding. The telemedicine equipment was loaned by the MaineHealth Telestroke Program.
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AKC conceptualized the study design, designed the study collection instruments, and supervised the data collection. She was involved in data analysis and reviewed and revised all portions of the manuscript. LMM analyzed the data and drafted the first version of the manuscript and reviewed and revised all portions of the manuscript. SE provided the expertise and training in use of the telemedicine system and reviewed and revised all portions of the manuscript. MEM contributed to the data analysis and reviewed and revised the manuscript. All authors approved the final manuscript as submitted and agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work.
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Craig, A.K., McAllister, L.M., Evans, S. et al. Telemedicine consults to assess neonatal encephalopathy are feasible in the neonatal intensive care unit. J Perinatol 41, 1519–1521 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41372-020-00828-3
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