How Online Doctors can help
You can turn to doctors for advice about any problem within their specialty.
Here are a few examples how doctors can help you
Ophthalmology (Eye problems)
You can turn to an ophthalmologist/Eye surgeon for advice on the most common eye problems and disorders, such as dry eye, glaucoma, cataracts,eye allergies, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.If you already have results from previous eyediagnostic tests and images, likeretina photos, for example, you can send them to the doctor for interpretation
or second opinion.
Surgery
Many post-operative pain can be troublesome and you can seek advice from the surgeons or get the prescription simply by contacting doctors by our video conference platform.
Dermatology (Skin problems)
80% of all skin cases can be solved remotely. Dermatologists/Skin specialist can help with a number of skin problems, including acne, eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, hives (urticaria), hair loss, moles, herpes simplex,melanoma, actinic keratosis,cold sores, dandruff, dry scalp, psoriasis, and more.
Gastroenterology (Gastrointestinal tract
disorders)
Visiting physicians (VP),Family Physicians and Gastroenterologists can provide consultation and second opinion on the most common gastrointestinal problems, including acid reflux (heartburn), indigestion, nausea and vomiting,ulcer, bloating, biliary tract problems, pancreatitis, constipation, diarrhea (acute and chronic), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and hemorrhoids.In addition,you can get help, close supervision and medication management if you have a chronic condition like Crohn’s disease, hepatitis C, and colitis.
Orthopaedics
Non Urgent joint problems like neck pain ,Shoulder pains and other Minor sports injuries can give me initial consultation with telemedicine doctors. Our platform allows you to easily upload and share your x-rays, and even large-size MRI images, so that you can ask orthopaedists for advice and second opinion before deciding whether to have an operation.
Obstetrics and gynecology (VOG)
You can turn to obstetricians-gynecologists for second opinions, follow-ups,and medication advice. In cases of complicated pregnancies, ob-gyns specialists can help with continuous monitoring of women with gestational conditions like pregnancy-induced hypertension, and gestational diabetes. Ob-gyn specialists can also provide post-delivery care in cases of postnatal
depression.
Neurology
You can turn to neurologists in cases of frequent headaches and neuropathy,to get help and advice with managing symptoms, adjusting medications,curbing disease progression and raising quality of life. Via video sessions,neurologists can evaluate and provide counselling for patients suffering from dementia and Alzeheimer’s, or patients with movement disorders, such as
Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis. You can also get advice and continuous disease monitoring and management in cases of epilepsy and stroke.
Endocrinology
You can seek advice about any hormone-related problems and disorders,such as diabetes (Type 1 and 2), osteoporosis, obesity, menopause, low testosterone, metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, Hashimoto's thyroiditis and other thyroid disorders, adrenal disorders, parathyroid disorders, pituitary disorders, and more. Endocrinologists can also help you better understand your blood results, and provide advice with adjustments to hormones and medications.
Urology
You can turn to urologists if you have acute and chronic urinary tract infections, or problems related to male reproductive organs. In addition,Healee is an excellent option if you need post-operative or follow-up care.
Radiology/Imaging diagnostics
You can use our platform to easily upload any medical imaging, including X Rays, and MRI, PET and CT scans, and imaging diagnostics specialists can help with interpretation or second opinion.
Psychiatry
Via Doctor on care live video capabilities, you can turn to psychiatrists for remote psychiatric evaluations, individual or group therapy sessions, counselling and medication management. According to recent studies, telepsychiatry is equivalent to in-person care in terms of diagnostic accuracy,treatment effectiveness, quality of care and patient satisfaction. Patient
privacy and confidentiality are equivalent to in-person care.You can seek help and advice about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), where telepsychiatry has been found to be particularly effective.
Dental /Maxillofacial Disorders
Many severe toothache or jaw pain can appear in the night or early morning.Now you can get the advice and prescription from specialist dentists or Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons from our platform.
What We Don’t Treat
While our doctors are able to treat the top issues you would go see a doctor about, there are conditions that we don’t treat. Please see an in-person doctor or hospital if you experience any of the following:
- Traumatic brain or spinal cord injury*
- Chest pain and/or numbness
- Vomiting or coughing blood
- Lacerations
- Loss of consciousness
- Broken bones
- Severe burns
- Ear infections**
*Please note, this limitation is for the immediate period following a spinal cord or traumatic brain injury, which may need in person emergency or trauma medical services. We are able to treat people who have a history of a traumatic brain or spinal cord injury that have non-emergent medical needs.
**People who have a digital otoscope that allows the healthcare provider to see in the ear remotely can be evaluated during a telemedicine visit for ear infections. Our doctors are unable to write prescriptions for controlled substances such as codeine or oxycodone. Please see a doctor in person if you require medication classified as a controlled substance.