Is Virtual Health Care Right for My Medical Condition?
Virtual appointments work well for…
- Many skin problems
- Minor infections or irritations
- Some mental health issues
- Sexual health questions
- Travel-related care
- Follow-up for tests and screening (e.g. lab tests, blood pressure, etc.)
Some medical conditions are not ideal for a virtual appointment. For example:
- New emergency symptoms (e.g. shortness of breath, loss of vision, weakness) – go to the emergency department
- Ear pain
- Injuries to muscles or joints
- Cough that won’t go away
- When you need a physical examination
