Telemedicine

You can access telemedicine services from anywhere with a reliable internet connection. So, if you’re out of town or too far from the practice for an in-person visit, you can still get the help you need. Vincent Esparza, MD, at Persona Healthcare in Austin, Texas, offers patients secure access to telemedicine for acute care, chronic disease management, and much more. Call Persona Healthcare for more information on telemedicine’s benefits, or use the online booking feature to schedule a consultation today.

What is telemedicine?

Telemedicine is an increasingly effective way to access healthcare services without needing to attend an in-person appointment. Using secure video technology, Dr. Esparza at Persona Healthcare connects with patients through their smartphones, PCs, laptops, or tablets.

This method offers several benefits. It’s far more convenient, sparing you from taking time off work or organizing childcare. It’s also a cost-effective way to receive medical care.

Telemedicine reduces exposure to infections from other patients or public spaces, and if you’re feeling unwell, you can stay home while still consulting your provider.

What conditions can telemedicine address?

Persona Healthcare’s telemedicine services cover a wide range of acute conditions, including:

• Allergies
• Acne
• Constipation and diarrhea
• Coughs, colds, and flu
• Insect bites
• Nausea and vomiting
• Headaches
• Pinkeye
• Rashes
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Bronchitis

You can also use telemedicine for chronic disease management. For example, if you have a long-term disorder like diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), or heart disease, you can check in with Dr. Esparza for routine progress reports.

Telemedicine also provides support for patients with mental health disorders like depression and anxiety, who often struggle to leave their home environment. It ensures that you can access expert treatment even if you’re too unwell to see Dr. Esparza in person.

How does telemedicine work?

Telemedicine operates much like a traditional appointment but through a secure online platform. At your scheduled time, Dr. Esparza will contact you via a HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) compliant, encrypted video link that ensures your privacy and confidentiality.

During the appointment, you and Dr. Esparza see and hear each other, just like using a video chat service to visit with family and friends. You’ll discuss your symptoms, and Dr. Esparza can review your medical records to consider any relevant health history.

For visible issues like rashes or injuries, Dr. Esparza may ask to see the affected area or have you describe the location of your discomfort. If he can make a diagnosis, he prescribes medication or recommends the next steps for your care. You might need to visit in person if Dr. Esparza has to perform tests or other procedures.

To learn more about telemedicine or schedule an appointment, contact Persona Healthcare by phone or book one online today.