Virtual Health Services
Using the most advanced telehealth technologies, we can connect you to remote clinicians, based upon specialities, gender or language, that can provide you with the same range of services that you could expect by visiting your local pharmacy or doctor, all from the comfort of your home.
This content is intended for UK audiences only
How it works
Select the Virtual Health Services feature from the features page on your account
Select the purpose of the consultation, for example, ‘General query’
Filter through clinicians
You will be shown a list of clinicians who are trained to deal with your query, along with their time and date availability. You can also filter by gender and language.
Book your consultation
Select the clinician you would like to book and add a summary of your health concerns. Then confirm the booking.
You will be sent a notification for the confirmed booking and a reminder just before the consultation is due to start
You can also view the appointment booking on the ‘My Notifications’ section of the dashboard or add the event to your digital calendar of choice.
Important Information
How does the video consultations feature work?
When will NowPatient approach me?
Are virtual consultations FREE to use?
What sort of services can I use virtual consultations for?
Can I select which clinician I have my consultation with?
Will my doctor be informed of any consultations I have through the app?
How long does my consultation last?
Can I have a chaperone (carer, friend, family member) join a virtual consultation?
Do I need to verify my identity during the video consultation?
Are virtual consultations right for me?
Do virtual consultations save the NHS money in the UK?
What quality of care can I expect to receive from a virtual consultation with a clinician?
What happens after my virtual consultation?
You offer UK NHS customers access to the New Medicine Service. What is it?
What is NowPatient
Telehealth and Online Pharmacy
NowPatient is a licensed online pharmacy and doctor service that is available around the world. Our service is FREE and packed with valuable features that can benefit your health such as medication reminders, educational blogs, medically approved symptoms checker, UK NHS online pharmacy, private treatment plans, Rx Advantage card, health conditions information, affordable medications options, genetic testing, home test kits, health risks, pollen meter, air quality monitor, weight loss plans, drug savings programs and lots more!
WHY WE BUILT NOWPATIENT
To improve the lives of everyone by making high-quality care accessible and convenient
We are here to improve lives. Our service gives you access to smart features and resources that can help empower you to take control of your health and improve your health outcomes. All this, in one place, for FREE. We strive to bring a fresh perspective to managing health. NowPatient can be accessed by downloading the App or using your web browser.
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