Telehealth Video Appointments
Benefits of Telehealth Visits
- Receive high-quality mental health care without having to leave home and/or the office
- Reduce unnecessary exposure to germs and viruses
- Reduce the need for time off work or school and other obligations
- Improve continuity of care and follow-up
- Reduce barriers to treatment, such as commuting/transportation
- Reduce cancellations due to last-minute conflicts
Evidence for Effectiveness
- Telehealth is equivalent to in-person care in diagnostic accuracy, treatment effectiveness, quality of care, and patient satisfaction.
- There is substantial evidence of the effectiveness of telehealth and research has found satisfaction to be high among patients.
- Telehealth visits are conducted via end-to-end encrypted video conferencing software that is HIPAA compliant. It is secure and simple to use.
Telehealth Interface Options:
- Computers or laptops
- Smartphones or tablets
Instructions:
- Ensure your device is ready for a video conference (has a functioning camera and microphone) and that you have a strong internet connection.
- At the time of the scheduled appointment, enter the online waiting room. Dr. Lin will start the visit as soon as she is available.
