This paper details the history and future of telemedicine; from its very beginnings to the future of telemedicine in health care today. This paper also covers the pros and cons of telemedicine and its aid to victims in natural disasters all over the globe. The uses of telemedicine in the military and in space exploration is also covered. The objective of this paper is to gain a clear understanding of the meaning of telemedicine and what we can expect from it in the future. 18 pgs. Bibliography lists 10 sources.