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 is here to care for all aspects of your child’s health care needs from standard wellness exams to treatments of chronic conditions like asthma.
Virtual Primary Care for Your Child
The primary care industry is changing. After decades of paper charts and file folders, health care is quickly transitioning to a digital world. This change has been especially welcomed by patients who benefit from easily accessible appointments and location-independent care.
Virtual primary health care is one of the ways that the medical industry is adapting to the changing landscape. The idea is to provide primary care doctors with the time, space, and resources they need to provide better care to patients. This includes scheduling more appointments, focusing more on prevention, and spending more time with each patient.
Parents can rest easy knowing they have a doctor that is only a call away. In other cases, you may just need a doctor’s experience to help you treat an illness you’re unsure about. Other times, you know that an in-person doctor’s visit isn’t necessary, you just need confirmation from Dr. Hughes and a prescription to treat your child’s condition. DirectMD Virtual Primary Care provides all those services and more.
Common pediatric illnesses include:
- Rashes
- Skin Infections
- Allergies
- Cold/Flu
- Asthma
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
- Swimmer’s Ear
- Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation
How Does Virtual Primary Care Work?
If you are using DirectMD Virtual Primary Care for the first time, you may be wondering what to expect. You will need a computer or mobile device with a webcam and internet connection. You will sign on to the virtual appointment where you, your child, and Dr. Hughes will able able to speak to each other as if he were in the room.
Before your first visit, you will be asked to provide some information about your child, including name, date of birth, and medical history. During your appointment, Dr. Hughes will ask you some questions about your child’s symptoms and may perform a virtual exam by asking your child to perform certain movements or explain certain symptoms. He may also order tests or prescribe medication as needed. At the end of your visit, Dr. Hughes will update the online patient records in order to track treatment progress with every visit. Any prescription will be sent to your local pharmacy for easy pickup or an online pharmacy with shipping services.
How is DirectMD Virtual Primary Care different?
Dr. Hughes and the DirectMD Virtual Primary Care team excel in providing a modern alternative to the hassle of a traditional visit to the doctor. With DirectMD Virtual Primary Care, you will have access to medical care and personalized support from a doctor who is dedicated to your lifelong health. The DirectMD Virtual Primary Care philosophy is to provide you with a safe space to share your health concerns conveniently. Our direct-care model allows for easily accessible one-on-one communication, comprehensive care, and strengthening the patient-physician relationship.
How Much Does DirectMD Virtual Primary Care Cost?
Your Direct Care Membership grants you access to all of your primary care needs with Dr. Hughes. The membership monthly cost is a minimal $70 per month.
How Do I Get Started?
If you are interested in enjoying the benefits and convenience of DirectMD Virtual Primary Care telemedicine, you can sign up by clicking on the Subscribe Today button at the top of the page & completing the contact form. Or, if you have questions before you get started, feel free to contact us via phone at 682-540-4824 or email at info@thedirectmd.com.
