Pacific Basin Telehealth Resource Center

The Pacific Basin Telehealth Resource Center (PBTRC), located in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a regional hub dedicated to improving healthcare access across the Pacific through the power of telehealth. PBTRC provides free consultation, training, and strategic support to medical professionals and healthcare organizations aiming to implement or expand telehealth programs—especially in rural and underserved communities. The center helps bridge gaps in healthcare by supporting the delivery of primary care, urgent care, counseling, and chronic illness management via virtual platforms.

Serving as a central resource for telehealth innovation and collaboration, PBTRC promotes the integration of telehealth into diverse healthcare environments, including specialties such as neurology, cardiology, and genetics. It also assists in creating and maintaining telehealth networks, advising on mobile health technologies, medical information systems, and infrastructure development. During critical times such as the COVID-19 pandemic, PBTRC has played a vital role in supporting remote patient screening and reducing in-person exposure. Through these efforts, PBTRC empowers providers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care to communities that need it most.