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The doctor will video chat with you now: Perspectives on telehealth

By The DO Staff

06.30.23

How often do you leave your house without your phone? Let me guess – rarely, if ever. Among the many advantages that the internet has been able to provide, one of these is almost instantaneous access to information. You forget the name of the actress who made a cameo in your favorite show? You have the encyclopedia and more at your fingertips – Google it! You need directions to the new grocery store in town? Open Apple maps to find the fastest route. You’re at home sick with the flu and don’t feel like driving to your doctor’s office for an appointment? Have a telehealth visit instead.