Thanks to modern technology, patients now have access to a wealth of information about healthcare – including details about the symptoms and treatments for a wide variety of medical conditions. Even better, they can also have ultra-convenient, one-on-one online telehealth visits with their doctor.
Telehealth, also known as telemedicine, enables you and your primary care physician (PCP) to communicate personally with each other but without having to be in person. Telehealth is especially helpful if you live in a remote area, far from your PCP’s office; have limited time, mobility, or transportation; or require medical care while you are away from home.
Let’s talk about how telemedicine works, how it can benefit you, and where you can go in North Bethesda to receive this nouveau medical service from the convenience of your home.
How Telehealth Works
If your doctor offers telehealth services, all you need to have in order to get the most out of this convenient option is reliable internet service and a computer or smartphone with audio-video capability.
Telemedicine enables virtual appointments with your doctor through a scheduled videoconference call. This allows you to communicate with your healthcare provider from across town or around the world.
During your telehealth visit, the physician may ask to see certain things that may be concerning to you, such as an unusual mole or a sore that has developed, or to have you try specific physical exam maneuvers. Mostly, though, the doctor will ask you a copious number of questions.
Essentially, telemedicine enables everything except the doctor’s ability to physically touch you. If the doctor needs to manually check for lumps or other physical issues that may not be distinguishable or detectable simply via video, then the physician may ask you to schedule an in-person visit. However, most health issues can be readily observed through a telehealth video appointment.
Benefits of Telehealth Services
Telemedicine offers many benefits for doctors and patients alike. During the COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) pandemic, it has enabled both parties to remain away from each other so as to not potentially expose each other (and other people, in transit) to the virus.
Patients who have difficulty walking can access their doctors from home using this technology. Most people today have smartphones, and this is all that is necessary for a telehealth video call.
Concierge Telehealth Services in North Bethesda, Maryland
Many primary care doctors have so many patients in their panels that they can only devote 10-15 minutes to each patient at a time. However, concierge primary care enables patients to not only spend as much time as necessary discussing their health issues and treatment options with their doctor, but thanks to telehealth it can now be done from home if the patient prefers this service.
At North Bethesda Primary Care, our patients pay an annual concierge membership fee that includes direct access to your doctor at all hours of the day and night. Dr. Adam Possner also offers telehealth services, so he can have virtual visits with you without your having to travel to his office for an appointment.
As a board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Possner diagnoses and treats a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions, in addition to focusing on preventive care.
To learn more about our practice and telehealth service and how we can provide you with the best primary care, contact North Bethesda Primary Care today at (301) 941-4414 to schedule a complimentary meeting with Dr. Possner. You can also fill out our online request form now. We look forward to hearing from you!
