Are Online Check-Ups as Good as In-Person Visits? Here's What the Experts Say
With the recent pandemic, face to face interactions were limited to avoid the spread of diseases. This did not exempt medical consultations, which in fact, has all the more reason to be avoided by both doctors and patients. Because of the situation, online check-ups have increasingly become more popular and has become an option for some to get checked as they offer a convenient and safe way to receive medical care while minimizing exposure to contagious diseases. With that, it is given with no doubt that online check-ups are continuing to have its advancement — transforming the way we traditionally receive medical care. However, while this stands true, some patients nevertheless may still prefer that doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals be able to examine and consult with them in person. There may be countless reasons as to why this preference may still prevail but it can be safely said that online check-ups, in our current environment, still remain to be a relat...