Telemedicine and COVID-19: What do you think?

YES I have a few telemedicine conferences via zoom with my doctor's but a few I have in person I'm fine with them because if it's an emergency they will have me come in or send me to the ER

I live two hours from specialists because we live in a rural mountain community.  I am fine with seeing my rheumatologist this way.  She has a terrible record of making you wait at least 2 hours in the waiting room.  She actually does this virtually, also, but I can do things around the house while I wait.  The last time I saw her this way she still didn’t have the hang of it. I hope by now she does!  If doctors need to see me for reasons other than talking, of course I will go see them.  I think this type of medicine will be here for a while, and glad it is!

I'm doing well! Some days are better than others, but I'm blessed so I can't complain! 

The pandemic is very real. I work in Healthcare. In the emergency room! Although I am not a nurse, I still see these situations first hand because I am in communication with every patient that comes in.  

I hope everyone stays safe!

I have been doing my sessions with my psychiatrist and therapist virtually for about 7 months now and I actually like it much more than in person sessions. I admit at first I was a bit leery I guess because of the unknown but after the first session I was hooked, I don't have to deal with the public, having to wear my mask to cover my depression, I can have my pj's on during sessions; I am hoping that even if sessions go back to meeting in the office the option to meet virtually will still be available because I really want to continue with it. 

I like telephone therapy better than in person.  I feel better being in my apartment and not driving to appointments every week. 💕

How do I find a therapist that works remotely?

@Bridgete317 I suggest you use Google, put in what you are looking for and be sure to include the city and state so you get a list that is near you. My therapist went to virtual and contacted me to ensure I was okay with it.

Thanks so much  I did call my insurance company today and got some names so I’m on the path!!!

@Bridgete317 that's awesome!!

Yes, I have used Telemedicine. I think it is great, Telemedicine means I do not need to go to my doctor’s office to receive my prescriptions. The convenience is absolutely wonderful! 

The only thing that I have a problem with, is the fact that, I am not able to receive my medication which is an opiate. I still need to have an in-person visit to receive this prescription. It is difficult for me to get to the doctor because I have had a Stroke and am in constant pain! Because this medication is very addictive, it is difficult to get my primary physician to prescribe.