Telehealth has made its way into many ob/gyn practices. With many patients hesitant to visit their doctors in person, it may be difficult to convince them to schedule in-person visits.
A recent article from UT Southwestern highlights the importance of patient care throughout the stages of pregnancy. Pregnant patients and new moms may want to visit your office virtually, but it isn’t always the best option.
Make sure your patients know the facts. Learn more about patient concerns and how to determine which visits can be virtual in this blog post.
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