Lab Testing
DirectMD Virtual Primary Care provides virtual primary care for you and your family with easy access to an experienced doctor in the comfort of your own home. Still, there may be times when you need additional tests to diagnose an injury or condition fully. Not to worry! Instead of having two appointments and driving around […]
X-Ray Imaging
DirectMD Virtual Primary Care provides virtual primary care for you and your family with easy access to a doctor in the comfort of your own home. However, there may be times when you need an x-ray to diagnose an injury or condition fully. Not to worry! Instead of having two appointments and driving around the […]
Nutrition & Weight Loss
Excess weight and weight gain are chronic medical conditions that can result from a variety of underlying factors including genetics, hormonal imbalance, and metabolic conditions. If you are unable to lose weight or are looking to start your medical weight loss program, regular virtual appointments with Dr. Hughes can help you identify your biological hurdles. […]
Pediatric & Adolescent Care
If your child has ever been sick and you have struggled to find care, you understand the incredible convenience DirectMD Virtual Primary Care can provide for you and your little one. As a member of DirectMD Virtual Primary Care, you and your child can receive medical care from the comfort of your home. Dr. Hughes […]
Asthma
Asthma is a chronic disease that inflames and narrows the airways and affects the quality of life of over 300 million people worldwide. It can be triggered by many factors, such as tobacco smoke, allergies, stress, and cold air. Asthma can also be hereditary, so you may have a higher risk of asthma if it […]
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. COPD is typically caused by long-term exposure to irritating gases like tobacco smoke. Symptoms include difficulty breathing, cough, and mucus production. Left untreated, progressive COPD can lead to the development of heart disease and lung cancer. Emphysema […]
UTIs/STIs
Urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted infections can cause serious discomfort. Most infections can be quickly diagnosed online with the help of DirectMD Virtual Primary Care. Using this modern alternative to traditional office visits makes it convenient and discreet to diagnose and receive treatment for your infection. Take control of your health and sign up […]
Diabetic Care
Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your body cannot regulate glucose properly due to a deficiency in the production of the hormone insulin. Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes can be successfully managed online with regular virtual check-ins for medication and symptom management using DirectMD Virtual Primary Care phone or video appointments. What […]
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
High cholesterol can be tricky to diagnose and monitor since it does not usually cause specific symptoms. If left untreated, high cholesterol can cause a build-up of thick deposits called plaque in your arteries which can, in turn, affect your heart and blood vessels. If you’re living with high cholesterol, you can get treatment online […]
Hypertension High Blood Pressure
Hypertension or High Blood Pressure is known as the “silent killer” because you may have high blood pressure without showing any signs or symptoms. Without early warnings or regular checkups, high blood pressure may never be diagnosed or treated. Whether you already have high blood pressure, have symptoms of high blood pressure, or if you […]
