This paper examines how telehealth can help address maternity care deserts in rural Alaska by expanding access to prenatal and postpartum care in geographically isolated communities. It explores barriers to maternal healthcare, including provider shortages, transportation challenges, and limited obstetric services, while highlighting evidence-based telehealth strategies such as remote patient monitoring, virtual prenatal visits, and community health aide integration. The paper argues that telehealth, when combined with culturally responsive and community-centered care, has the potential to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce disparities for pregnant patients in rural Alaska.
