Telemedicine

Sometimes you and your family need medical advice but prefer to stay in the comfort of your home, car, office, or hotel. At Complete Rural Medicine in Friend and Lincoln Nebraska, board-certified nurse practitioners Ana Taylor, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, Chantel Collier, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, and their exceptional staff offer telemedicine appointments for optimal patient convenience. Call the office to learn more or use the online booking feature today.

What is telemedicine?

Telemedicine at Complete Rural Medicine includes a virtual meeting with a family medicine provider via your phone, tablet, or another electronic device. It offers the convenience many patients prefer, allowing you to avoid long office wait times and save money on gas.

If you develop new or unusual symptoms, are out of town, or need a prescription refill, telemedicine may be a good option for you. 

What are the benefits of telemedicine?

Some of the benefits you can experience after choosing telemedicine with the Complete Rural Medicine experts include:

• No waiting in an office
• No sick-patient exposure
• Time and cost savings
• Convenience
• No need for childcare
• No need to take off from work
• Exceptional medical care
• Utmost privacy

Telemedicine offers you the same superior medical services as you receive during in-office visits. You can schedule a virtual appointment with your provider for many types of services, but you likely need an in-person visit for hands-on medical treatment or diagnostic testing.

Is telemedicine right for me?

You might schedule a telemedicine appointment at Complete Rural Medicine if you feel ill, develop unusual symptoms, or have concerns about your well-being. Telemedicine also works well for follow-up care for a chronic disease, injury, or disease.

What should I expect during telemedicine appointments?

During telemedicine visits at Complete Rural Medicine provider, your specialist calls you during your scheduled appointment time and offers the following:

Medical history review

Your specialist asks about your medical history, symptoms, lifestyle habits, and medication or dietary supplement regimen.

Virtual physical exam 

If you have visible symptoms, you can show your provider during a virtual physical exam. If you need blood tests, a tissue swab, urine tests, heart- or lung-function testing, or other diagnostic tests, you likely need to attend an in-office visit.

Treatment plan

Your specialist recommends a treatment that best suits your unique needs. They offer medication prescriptions, prescription refills, weight loss management, and specialist referrals when necessary.

A Complete Rural Medicine provider may recommend you take dietary supplements, try over-the-counter medicines, or make healthy lifestyle changes. They might suggest altering your diet, wearing a brace, reducing stress, getting more sleep, or exercising more. Avoid smoking and drinking excessive amounts of alcohol.

Follow-up care

Your Complete Rural Medicine specialist lets you know if you need an in-person visit in the future and follows up with you periodically to ensure you stay healthy.

To schedule a telemedicine appointment at Complete Rural Medicine, call the office or use the online booking tool today.