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Virtual Doctor's Appointment With Telehealth

Virtual Doctor's Appointment With Telehealth
Photo by Adam Berry / Getty Images

By Steven John

The coronavirus has caused people to have second thoughts about going to the hospital or doctor's office if they get sick but there is an alternative.


Dr. Donna O'Shea, Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare  has some tips for using telehealth during COVID-19.

Telehealth can help play an important part in evaluating symptoms and aiding people as they seek to navigate the health system, especially if they are elderly or at high risk for contracting the virus. 

The patient and provider connect by video chat where providers can give general medical advice to evaluate possible COVID-19 symptoms.

Listen to the interview in this segment of Eye on the Community.