Telehealth vs. In-Person Checkups: What Works for What
Telehealth has made many checkup conversations more convenient, but it isn't a full replacement for in-person care.
What works well over telehealth
Prescription renewals, symptom check-ins, mental health visits, and reviewing test results.
What still needs an in-person visit
Bloodwork, physical exams, imaging (mammograms, colonoscopies), and vaccines.
A hybrid approach often works best
Using telehealth for routine check-ins and in-person visits for hands-on screenings covers both convenience and thoroughness.
Key takeawayTelehealth works well for check-ins and prescription renewals, but screenings requiring bloodwork, imaging, or a physical exam still need an in-person visit.
Helpful next steps
Book a telehealth consultation
For screenings and conversations that can be done remotely.
This content is for general educational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalized medical advice from your doctor.