The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines Telemedicine as - Delivery of healthcare services by healthcare professionals, where distance is a critical factor, using information & communication technology for the exchange of information to carry out diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Tele/Video consultation with your healthcare provider is one small, but a crucial part of the concept of Telemedicine. In an attempt to make the global crisis and the lockdown period a tad smoother for everyone, Credihealth has been among the first to introduce the Tele/Video consultation facility with doctors all across the country.
Tele/Video Consultation
The ratio between healthcare providers and patients is pretty small, whereas that of patients and mobile phones is pretty much equal. Online doctor consultation has helped strike a balance in this case by bringing healthcare providers to mobile phones and consequently to the patients. Online Telephonic & Video consultation is making quality healthcare accessible and available for people all over the world, especially for those living in areas that lack good healthcare facilities & personnel.
Tele/Video Online Doctor Consultation - Why Now?
The world around us is fighting a battle with a pandemic right now. The number of affected people and the death count is rising constantly. This calls for a need to allocate all healthcare resources, including space, equipment, and professionals to handle this problem at hand without compromising on the effort, time, as well as safety. The only possible solution to be able to adapt to this situation smoothly is through long-distance healthcare, wherein, people can address their healthcare needs from the safety and comfort of their homes.
Tele/Video Consultation - Advantages
Being able to practice ‘Social Distancing’ is the first major advantage of Tele/Video consultation right now. People need to maintain a safe distance from each other to restrict the exposure and spread of Coronavirus. This facility by Creedihealth of online doctor consultation, keeping the safety of you & your family first, has eliminated the need to leave the safety of your homes and address your day-to-day medical needs.
Even without the pandemic, online consultation is a very practical way to take care of your health. With online consultations, there is no need to worry about the feasibility of location or time for your appointment. You can talk to your doctor even if you’re stuck at work or in traffic, or if you are too unwell/weak to go to a hospital, or even when you need to consult with a specialist who does not practice in your city. Bonus points for not having to wait in the doctor’s waiting room when you or your family member is sick and too weak to sit for long.
Online Tele/Video consultation is the more inexpensive way to see your doctor! You save on the traveling cost and traveling & living cost if you choose to see a doctor in another city. All you need is a phone.
Quality healthcare and treatment is accessible for people living in remote areas of the country through online tele/ video consultation. This is especially beneficial for regions that do not have quality healthcare facilities and in worse cases, qualified doctors. People living in these areas, whether they need attention for COVID-19 or have any other medical concerns, can easily get in touch with any experienced doctor.
Medical professionals can now provide specialized treatment & care to individuals everywhere, whether they are living in a different city or a different country. Doctors with specific skill-sets and expertise are easily accessible with online consultations, ensuring that the medical needs of the patients are taken good care of, for best clinical outcomes.
Individuals who need to get in touch with a mental health professional or a therapist can easily make it happen remotely. Apart from the advantage of better reach and accessibility, this is a good option for those who feel more comfortable reaching out to a counsellor from the comfort of their ‘territory’.
Healthcare professionals benefit as well, with their patients choosing to book an appointment with them for online consultation. With tele/ video consultation, doctors and other healthcare personnel are better equipped to attend to more priority cases right now, like COVID-19 patients, pregnant women in labour, and other such emergency cases. As citizens, we owe it to the people working dedicatedly in the healthcare industry to take care of their wellbeing and the people affected by this outbreak.
The payment process for online telephonic and video consultation with your doctor is quick, easy, and of course, secure. The entire process of booking a Tele/Video consultation, to making the payment for the consultation, is completely safe and hassle-free.
Tele/Video Consultation - How it works
The process of online doctor consultation is possibly even simpler than a face-to-face visit. Once you book your tele/ video consultation appointment on Credihealth, you will get notified about the details on your appointment through SMS and email, along with the link to your consultation. All you will need to do is communicate your symptoms and your medical history to the doctor for an accurate and complete diagnosis and treatment approach.
Tele/Video Consultation by Credihealth is here to benefit absolutely everyone - whether you are living in a city looking for convenience, living in a remote region looking for quality healthcare, or are looking for specialized care & treatment from a healthcare provider in another city. डॉक्टर की सलाह ऑनलाइन | Home Consultation for covid 19
