Top 5 benefits of a virtual health-care visit

1. You can see your health-care provider from the comfort of your own home: Yes, that means you can wear your yoga pants and a sweatshirt to your appointment, and even sit on a comfy couch if you’d like!
2. You save time and money by not needing to travel and park for appointments: Save the stress of having to travel in bad weather, pay for accommodation and parking.
3. You don’t have to wait in a doctor’s office when you’re sick, or be exposed to illness: That’s safer for you, and for others around you.
4. You may not have to take time off work, or find child care: One less thing to worry about!
5. You can include family members in the virtual visit from other locations: Having loved ones involved not only increases your comfort level, but they can also help you keep track of information your health-care provider shares with you, and ask questions you may not think of during the appointment.

• A quiet, private area
• Secure internet service
• A smartphone, tablet, or computer with a microphone and camera
• An email address or a MyHealthPortal account

Check out the video below to learn more about preparing for a virtual visit. You can also contact IH’s Digital Health Support for help or to test a Zoom virtual visit. 

It’s important to know that not every health-care appointment can or should be held virtually. Sometimes your health-care provider will need to see you in person to best assess your health-care needs. Virtual visits are not a substitute for urgent or emergency care.