Telemedicine

Among the prominent barriers to quality health care are transportation, long wait times, and limited availability. Taiwo Adebayo, NP, and her experienced team at On Time Urgent Care, LLC, in Columbus, Ohio, understand the obstacles many patients face. The team provides comprehensive care from the comfort of your home through telemedicine services. Telemedicine allows you access to your provider without the challenges of making in-office visits. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today to learn more.

What is telemedicine?

Telemedicine connects with your health care provider remotely, typically through a smartphone, tablet, or computer. It ensures you can receive quality care outside of in-office visits. On Time Urgent Care, LLC, recommends telemedicine to many patients, particularly those with ongoing health concerns or limited access to care.

What does telemedicine involve?

On Time Urgent Care, LLC, offers many telemedicine services, including:

Virtual consultations

Whether you’ve noticed new symptoms or need to update an existing health concern, virtual consultations allow you to talk to your provider in real-time.

Chronic disease management

Patients with chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension (high blood pressure) benefit from regular virtual check-ins to reduce in-office visits.

Remote patient monitoring

If you have an existing condition that requires monitoring, telemedicine allows the team to track your condition using wearable devices, mobile apps, and other remote equipment.

Patient education

Virtual visits allow the team to provide nutritional counseling, lifestyle guidance, and other educational recommendations.

Prescription refills

Prescription refills via the team’s secure telemedicine platform eliminate the hassle of unnecessary in-office appointments.

What are the benefits of telemedicine?

Telemedicine offers many advantages, including:

Convenience

Virtual visits allow you to connect with your provider from anywhere. You can schedule a telemedicine visit at home, on vacation, or on a business trip.

Expanded access

Telemedicine is ideal for patients who live in remote areas, lack reliable transportation, or have work schedules that limit availability.

Continuity of care

Your provider can improve your quality of care through remote patient monitoring, regular check-ins, and other virtual services that are difficult to maintain with in-office visits.

Time and cost savings

Telemedicine visits are typically shorter than in-office appointments, and many cost less. They also allow you to avoid the cost of fuel, bus fare, parking, and childcare.

Can telemedicine replace in-office visits?

No, telemedicine can’t entirely replace traditional office visits. They can complement your regular visits, but you still need in-person care. Some services, like physical exams, health screenings, and imaging tests, require face-to-face interaction with a qualified provider.

Call On Time Urgent Care, LLC, or schedule an appointment online today to learn more about telemedicine.