Telehealth

Illnesses and minor health concerns can arise in your children that may not always require an in-person visit. Pediatric telehealth visits offer a convenient way to address these needs from the comfort of your home.

During a pediatric telehealth visit, the appointment is centered around your child’s symptoms and overall health needs. One of our providers will speak with you and your child to discuss current concerns, review relevant medical history, and perform a visual assessment when possible. We may ask about changes in behavior, sleep, appetite, or activity to gain a clearer understanding of their condition.

Services:

    Behavioral Health Visits

    Medication Follow-Ups

    Virtual Sick Visits

PEDIATRIC VIRTUAL VISITS

Convenient Virtual Care for Your Child, At Home or Wherever You Are

Our pediatric telehealth services provide a convenient and reliable way to receive care from home. Our providers offer virtual visits for evaluation, guidance, and treatment recommendations to help your child feel better while ensuring safe and timely care.

Secure virtual visits provide convenient access to pediatric care for select conditions, follow-ups, and consultations from the comfort of home.

Telehealth visits offer a secure, convenient way to access pediatric care from home or another comfortable setting. These virtual appointments allow our pediatric practitioners to evaluate symptoms, provide guidance, and recommend treatment for a range of non-emergency concerns, helping families receive timely care without the need for travel.

Telehealth is best suited for established patients and for conditions that can be safely assessed through video consultation.

Common uses for telehealth include:

  • Cold symptoms, cough, or mild fever
  • Rashes, pink eye, or minor skin concerns
  • Allergies or medication follow-ups
  • Mild gastrointestinal symptoms

When appropriate, we provide treatment recommendations and next steps, including guidance on when an in-person visit may be necessary. Telehealth helps improve access, convenience, and continuity of care.

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Components of Virtual Care

Telehealth visits are a way carefully evaluate your child’s symptoms and provide the care they need from the comfort of home. Each visit focuses on understanding your child’s concerns, providing treatment guidance, and supporting a safe and timely recovery.

What to Expect

Evaluation

During a telehealth visit, we gather detailed information about your child’s symptoms, including timing, severity, and changes over time. We also review recent health history and daily factors such as sleep, appetite, and activity level. This allows our providers to assess your child’s condition and determine appropriate care from a virtual setting.

What to Expect

Guidance and Treatment Planning

Based on the evaluation, we provide clear, personalized guidance for managing your child’s symptoms at home. This may include recommendations for rest, hydration, over-the-counter medications, and monitoring symptoms. We also outline next steps and help determine whether additional care or follow-up is needed.

What to Expect

Follow-Up Care

After your visit, we may recommend follow-up to monitor your child’s progress or adjust care as needed. In some cases, a virtual check-in is sufficient, while other situations may require an in-person evaluation. Clear guidance is provided so families know what to expect and when to seek further care.

Telehealth FAQs

Navigating parenthood can be challenging. Our team is here to help answer your questions and guide you in making informed decisions with your child’s health and well-being in mind.

  • How do I know if telehealth is appropriate for my child? Telehealth

    Telehealth is a convenient option for many non-emergency concerns, such as mild illnesses, rashes, allergies, or follow-up care. It’s a good choice when your child’s symptoms can be safely evaluated through conversation and visual assessment.

  • What technology do I need for a telehealth visit? Telehealth

    To participate in a telehealth visit, you will need a smartphone, tablet, or computer with a working camera and microphone, along with a reliable internet connection. It’s also helpful to be in a quiet, well-lit space so the provider can clearly see and hear your child during the appointment.

  • Can prescriptions be provided during a telehealth visit? Telehealth

    Yes, prescriptions can be provided during a telehealth visit when appropriate. After evaluating your child’s symptoms, one of our providers may send a prescription directly to your preferred pharmacy and give clear instructions on how to use the medication safely.

  • Is telehealth safe and secure? Telehealth

    Yes, telehealth visits are safe and secure. They are conducted through HIPAA-compliant platforms that protect your personal and medical information, ensuring your child’s privacy while receiving care.

Comprehensive pediatric services to support your child’s health and development at every stage.

Well Visits & Preventive Care

Wellness visits play an important role as your child grows, allowing our pediatric providers to regularly assess their health and administer preventive care. Each visit is designed to:

  • Monitor growth
  • Review development
  • Help maintain your child’s overall health and well-being

Sick Visits

A sick visit is the right choice when your child is experiencing symptoms that require prompt evaluation and care. These visits are designed to assess concerns such as:

  • Fever
  • Cough
  • Ear pain
  • Sore throat
  • Stomach issues

Counseling & Behavioral Health

Counseling visits allow our team to evaluate your child’s emotional and behavioral needs and provide meaningful support. Each visit is designed to understand concerns, build coping skills, and support healthy development. We offer:

  • Parent coaching and support
  • Social skills development
  • Behavioral intervention plans
  • Anxiety, depression & ADHD management

Immunizations & Vaccines

When your child is due for vaccines, an immunization appointment allows our pediatric practitioners to review their health and provide the protection they need. Each visit is designed to follow recommended schedules, ensure vaccine safety, and support your child’s long-term health and well-being.

  • Vaccine education and guidance
  • Alternative and catch-up scheduling
  • Answers to your vaccine questions
  • Safe, age-appropriate administration

Lactation Consultation & Support

Lactation consultation and support appointments are a way to carefully evaluate your feeding experience and ensure both you and your baby are supported. Each visit focuses on:

  • Reviewing feeding history
  • Observing feeding techniques
  • Providing guidance and personalized strategies to promote comfort, confidence and successful feeding

School, Sports & Camp Physicals

School, sports, and camp physicals provide a convenient and reliable way to ensure your child is healthy and ready for participation in these activities. Our providers perform comprehensive exams, complete required forms, and offer guidance to support your child’s safety and well-being.