I remember doctors making house calls. Too many people need help should use online video chats and call in a prescription or blood work.That would free up roads and doctors nurses overwork.
I'm so glad you found it helpful! It is a bit daunting if you've never used it before but surprisingly easy to figure out and use! We use it all the time for meetings and educational webinars.
I've just had a Virtual Doctor's Appointment that I would like to share on my TH-cam channel. I will definitely share this on the link below the description box. Thank you for sharing Doc!
Thank you for the information about a virtual appointment, I’m in Oregon and will need to do a virtual since I’m 200 miles from OHSU in Portland, I found your video as I was trying to educate myself, thanks again.
I do have a question. Just had my lab results done thru Quest Diagnostics and have low vitamin D and low iron. If I were to schedule a zoom call how will the doctors be able to prescribe me anything without the results? Will I have to fax them or scan the results to the doctor I will see? I've never had a zoom conference call before, it's a great idea with COVID still lurking around. I feel uncomfortable going to the doctors because people are too laxed with not wearing a mask. I stay away from the germs as much as possible.
There are a few reasons why I personally am against virtual meetings. I had an obgyn appointment and needed to have blood work done. These appointments proved to be not so efficient for someone like me. Aside from that, your insurance is still billed for a video chat service. That's something that disappointed me. As long as they take precaution with patients; wearing masks, gloves etc, then I think that would still help to lower the spread of Coronavirus.
Thanks for sharing your point of view, and I agree that virtual visits don't work for every health issue. My practice is in Canada, where physicians can bill the government insurance program for virtual visits in most provinces, but it is much more complicated with a system that has public and private insurance systems. I hope we get back to more face-to-face interactions soon. Thanks for watching!
Facetime is an app on Apple devices, and when I've used it to talk to patients or family members (with consent), I usually just call them on the app. We can then see each other and talk to each other. You do need to hold the phone camera in a position so that your face can be seen. Good luck with your virtual visit.
I installed zoom but that’s all, I didnt join anything. The drs. Office said I didn’t need zoom. So we shall see what happens on Monday when I enter the online waiting room for the appointment with links they’ve given.
How did your visit go? I have started using a government sponsored platform (I'm in Canada) that tends to work very well. Hope you can access the help you need. Stay well and thanks for the comment.
I have an upper bronchial respiratory infection and since then, I now an eye infection to boot. I went to the doctor and he gave me everything but what I really needed and that was antibiotics. Amoxicillin would have been a cure. I'M 68 years old, combat vet and know what I'M talking about, When I see different prices for faster service, I know nothing never changes. I still go to work as a mechanic thinking how guys like me would pull your fat out of the fire, but would get over charged for an aspirin. I simply don't trust you folks anymore. You use to make house calls back in the day, now a blind eye to the vaccine. What the hell happened to you people?
I installed zoom but that’s all, I didnt join anything. The drs. Office said I didn’t need zoom. So we shall see what happens on Monday when I enter the online waiting room.
Do you have advice for Drs who want to offer virtual appointments...? Do you use different Hippa forms? How do you know if it’s legal in your state? How do you charge a patient?
My practice is in Ontario, Canada and after COVID hit, we got advice from our college and the government about how to proceed. I use the province's secure platform, the Ontario Telemedicine Network. We don't use HIPPA forms but we obtain informed verbal consent at the start of every visit after we explain the risks of obtaining care through telecommunications tools, and advise them that there are limits to what we can treat over an e-visit, so they may need to go to the Emergency Department to be seen. Then we document that conversation in our dictated note. Right now, the Ontario government insurance plan allows MDs to bill for e-visits, but this may change.... Even before COVID there were some private platforms that patients could pay out of pocket for, or were paid for by their employers. In Ontario you can ONLY purchase services that are not covered by the provincial insurance plan. If a doctor wanted to start doing virtual visits, I would check with your regulatory body in your state, and they may be able to give you some guidance. Also check your malpractice insurance to make sure you're covered. Most patients like e-visits but many are becoming weary after a year of it! I hope we will be able to continue doing them even after COVID as an option for those who prefer it and are willing to accept the small risks associated with telemedicine.
Hi Trudy. It depends on which platform or app your provider is using to connect with you. For example, I use an app that's created by my provincial health telemedicine network (called OTN) for most of my visits. Before the visit, the patient gets an email with a link that gives instructions on how to download the app and start the visit. So, yes, you will probably need to download some kind of app, if you don't already use it. I have done some visits on FaceTime (an apple app) which a lot of apple users already know how to use. Most of the apps are free and you can uninstall them after the visit if you prefer. Thanks for watching and I hope that answered your question.
Hello! I'm afraid I can't see patients outside of Ontario, Canada. I hope you can find a geriatrician in your area. This site might help account.americangeriatrics.org/findageriatricshealthcareprofessional
I"m sorry to hear that you don't find it useful. I'm hearing from most of my patients that it's enjoyable and they are glad they don't need to pay for parking...of course, a patient may not be likely to tell me directly that it stinks. I hope we can gather some data about how acceptable it is to patients in general. Thanks for the comment.
@@TheWrinkle No this is a recipe for Misdiagnosis and out right theviary. How do you expect to figure how what is wrong with you patrinet threw a monitor?!
This is the most ridiculous thing i have ever seen how do they expect to do a real Physical exam threw a Monitor?! This sounds like recipe for misdiagnosis and malpractice.
There are definitely limits to what can be done virtually and some medical issues require a physical examination in person. Most physicians and patients feel that virtual medicine has a place in medical care, but it shouldn't replace every encounter. Time will tell if there are more episodes of malpractice involving virtual care.
Aweee your daddy is sooo sweet and cool-- very techie! It took my 75 year old Director of Engineering father 2 days to figure this out.
Haha! I'm glad that your dad stuck with it. It's worth it to stay connected!
I remember doctors making house calls. Too many people need help should use online video chats and call in a prescription or blood work.That would free up roads and doctors nurses overwork.
Thank you, this was extremely interesting. I've never used Zoom and your video also showed me how easy it is to use.
I'm so glad you found it helpful! It is a bit daunting if you've never used it before but surprisingly easy to figure out and use! We use it all the time for meetings and educational webinars.
Can you do a video chat with your doctor on a phone that doesn't make calls only has wi-fi connected?
I've just had a Virtual Doctor's Appointment that I would like to share on my TH-cam channel. I will definitely share this on the link below the description box. Thank you for sharing Doc!
Isn't it great to be able to use technology to connect to healthcare? Stay well!
Thank you a lot for this video. This is very interesting and informative. Keep posting like those amazing videos, this is awesome.
One of the best professional one.
Thank you for the information about a virtual appointment, I’m in Oregon and will need to do a virtual since I’m 200 miles from OHSU in Portland, I found your video as I was trying to educate myself, thanks again.
Best of luck!
Very helpful. I have my first virtual appointment coming up next week and appreciate the introduction so I know what to expect. Thank you v
Best of luck! Thanks for watching.
I do have a question. Just had my lab results done thru Quest Diagnostics and have low vitamin D and low iron. If I were to schedule a zoom call how will the doctors be able to prescribe me anything without the results? Will I have to fax them or scan the results to the doctor I will see? I've never had a zoom conference call before, it's a great idea with COVID still lurking around. I feel uncomfortable going to the doctors because people are too laxed with not wearing a mask. I stay away from the germs as much as possible.
There are a few reasons why I personally am against virtual meetings. I had an obgyn appointment and needed to have blood work done. These appointments proved to be not so efficient for someone like me. Aside from that, your insurance is still billed for a video chat service. That's something that disappointed me. As long as they take precaution with patients; wearing masks, gloves etc, then I think that would still help to lower the spread of Coronavirus.
Thanks for sharing your point of view, and I agree that virtual visits don't work for every health issue. My practice is in Canada, where physicians can bill the government insurance program for virtual visits in most provinces, but it is much more complicated with a system that has public and private insurance systems. I hope we get back to more face-to-face interactions soon. Thanks for watching!
How the video face time done at the office like have next month
Facetime is an app on Apple devices, and when I've used it to talk to patients or family members (with consent), I usually just call them on the app. We can then see each other and talk to each other. You do need to hold the phone camera in a position so that your face can be seen. Good luck with your virtual visit.
Great video! Virtual doctor calls are the wave of the future. Wondering if you get questions from patients about compounded medications.
I installed zoom but that’s all, I didnt join anything. The drs. Office said I didn’t need zoom. So we shall see what happens on Monday when I enter the online waiting room for the appointment with links they’ve given.
How did your visit go? I have started using a government sponsored platform (I'm in Canada) that tends to work very well. Hope you can access the help you need. Stay well and thanks for the comment.
I have an upper bronchial respiratory infection and since then, I now an eye infection to boot. I went to the doctor and he gave me everything but what I really needed and that was antibiotics. Amoxicillin would have been a cure. I'M 68 years old, combat vet and know what I'M talking about, When I see different prices for faster service, I know nothing never changes. I still go to work as a mechanic thinking how guys like me would pull your fat out of the fire, but would get over charged for an aspirin. I simply don't trust you folks anymore. You use to make house calls back in the day, now a blind eye to the vaccine. What the hell happened to you people?
I installed zoom but that’s all, I didnt join anything. The drs. Office said I didn’t need zoom. So we shall see what happens on Monday when I enter the online waiting room.
Do you have advice for Drs who want to offer virtual appointments...? Do you use different Hippa forms? How do you know if it’s legal in your state? How do you charge a patient?
My practice is in Ontario, Canada and after COVID hit, we got advice from our college and the government about how to proceed. I use the province's secure platform, the Ontario Telemedicine Network.
We don't use HIPPA forms but we obtain informed verbal consent at the start of every visit after we explain the risks of obtaining care through telecommunications tools, and advise them that there are limits to what we can treat over an e-visit, so they may need to go to the Emergency Department to be seen. Then we document that conversation in our dictated note.
Right now, the Ontario government insurance plan allows MDs to bill for e-visits, but this may change....
Even before COVID there were some private platforms that patients could pay out of pocket for, or were paid for by their employers. In Ontario you can ONLY purchase services that are not covered by the provincial insurance plan.
If a doctor wanted to start doing virtual visits, I would check with your regulatory body in your state, and they may be able to give you some guidance. Also check your malpractice insurance to make sure you're covered.
Most patients like e-visits but many are becoming weary after a year of it! I hope we will be able to continue doing them even after COVID as an option for those who prefer it and are willing to accept the small risks associated with telemedicine.
That sounds real cool
Do you have to download the zoom app for dr virtual appointments
Hi Trudy. It depends on which platform or app your provider is using to connect with you. For example, I use an app that's created by my provincial health telemedicine network (called OTN) for most of my visits. Before the visit, the patient gets an email with a link that gives instructions on how to download the app and start the visit.
So, yes, you will probably need to download some kind of app, if you don't already use it. I have done some visits on FaceTime (an apple app) which a lot of apple users already know how to use.
Most of the apps are free and you can uninstall them after the visit if you prefer. Thanks for watching and I hope that answered your question.
so wholesome
Thank you,
I'm in the usa can I do virtual app with u
Hello! I'm afraid I can't see patients outside of Ontario, Canada. I hope you can find a geriatrician in your area. This site might help account.americangeriatrics.org/findageriatricshealthcareprofessional
The VA has s virtual setup
I will never allow a telehealth visit. I will never waste a single dollar on a stupid phone call. This is simply worthless to the patient.
I"m sorry to hear that you don't find it useful. I'm hearing from most of my patients that it's enjoyable and they are glad they don't need to pay for parking...of course, a patient may not be likely to tell me directly that it stinks. I hope we can gather some data about how acceptable it is to patients in general. Thanks for the comment.
@@TheWrinkle No this is a recipe for Misdiagnosis and out right theviary. How do you expect to figure how what is wrong with you patrinet threw a monitor?!
This is the most ridiculous thing i have ever seen how do they expect to do a real Physical exam threw a Monitor?! This sounds like recipe for misdiagnosis and malpractice.
There are definitely limits to what can be done virtually and some medical issues require a physical examination in person. Most physicians and patients feel that virtual medicine has a place in medical care, but it shouldn't replace every encounter. Time will tell if there are more episodes of malpractice involving virtual care.