Digital Health, also called telemedicine or telehealth, is a way for you to connect with a healthcare provider without an in-person visit. Instead, your appointment takes place online via Internet access through your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Digital Health offers a variety of services, including speaking with your physician or nurse, sharing electronic messages with your healthcare team through a secure patient portal, and remote monitoring of vital signs for people with chronic health conditions. Telehealth is especially useful for people with minor illnesses and injuries that do not require emergency in-person care.
Digital Health physicians can provide treatment guidance and write prescriptions for a range of conditions, help with referrals to specialists, and issue medical notes needed for work or school. Some conditions require an in-person visit.
