81 doctors in India — verified profiles, ratings, fees and clinic or online consultation.
RMP
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Family Medicine
Internal medicine
This is Dr Aashna Srivastava (MBBS) from Rural Medical College, Loni Completed my Internship in March,2024. Any teleconsultation is welcome. Currently placed…
BHMS, COUNSELOR (child and adolescent)
Homeopathy
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
A homoeopathic physician , child and adolescent counselor easing out your LIFESTYLE /ACUTE / CHRONIC Issues /MENTAL state ,diseases, FEMALE RELATED issues, d…
Consultant Physician
Family Medicine
Experience of 6+ years Worked as Emergency Medical Officer in Tripura Medical College with exposure to OPD and emergency cases.Also have exposure to orthopae…
MS Ophthalmology
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Ophthalmology
Ophthalmic surgery
Optometry
5 yrs experience MS Ophthalmology Fellowship Cataract and Anterior Segment 2500+ surgeries Cataract Uveitis Glaucoma Diabetic Retinopathy Screening All eye r…
MBBS - general practitioner
Internal medicine
General practitioner interested in lifestyle disease. Beleive in not just treating of the disease but also prevention of the same. Understanding and easy to…
Family Physician Counsellor
Internal medicine
Family Medicine
I provide adolescent, Geriatric and sexual counseling as well as consultation for general medical day to day illnesses . I am a member of council of sex educ…
BDS- general dentist
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Dentist
Dental Surgery
General dentist providing tele consultation about dental problems. Also associated with general physician and can forward your complaints. Provide refferal i…
BHMS, Clinical psychologist
Homeopathy
Hi, I am Dr Apurva Pawar; a homoeopathic doctor as well as a psychology counsellor. I am practising Homoeopathy since 3yrs and i have completed my bhms degre…
MBBS
Family Medicine
Dr. C Bhaskar is a Doctor in JP Nagar 4 Phase, Bangalore and has an experience of 44 years in this field. Dr. C Bhaskar practices at Physician Clinic in JP N…
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Online medical consultation, also known as telemedicine or telehealth consultation, is a healthcare service that allows patients to consult with doctors remotely through video calls, phone calls, chat, or secure online platforms. It enables patients to receive medical advice, diagnosis, prescriptions, and follow-up care without visiting a clinic or hospital in person.
Online consultations have become increasingly popular because they offer convenient and accessible healthcare services for non-emergency medical conditions. They are especially useful for people living in remote areas, individuals with mobility limitations, busy professionals, and patients requiring regular follow-ups.
Telemedicine helps improve access to healthcare while reducing travel time, waiting periods, and unnecessary hospital visits.
Online medical consultation can be helpful for many healthcare needs, including:
● Fever, cold, cough, or flu symptoms
● Allergies and skin conditions
● Minor infections
● Headaches and body pain
● Follow-up consultations
● Chronic disease management
● Mental health counseling
● Prescription refills
● General health advice and preventive care.
It also helps reduce exposure to infectious diseases by allowing patients to receive care from home.
1. Video Consultation
Patients interact with doctors through secure video calls using smartphones, tablets, or computers. This method allows doctors to visually assess symptoms and communicate effectively.
2. Audio or Phone Consultation
Consultations are conducted through voice calls when video access is unavailable or unnecessary.
3. Chat-Based Consultation
Patients communicate with healthcare professionals through secure text messaging platforms for minor health concerns or follow-up advice.
4. Remote Monitoring
Certain telemedicine services allow doctors to monitor patient health data, such as blood pressure, blood sugar, or heart rate, remotely.
1. Appointment Booking
The patient selects a doctor or specialty and schedules an online consultation through a healthcare website or mobile application.
2. Sharing Medical Information
Patients may upload medical records, prescriptions, test reports, or details about symptoms before the consultation.
3. Online Consultation
At the scheduled time, the patient connects with the doctor through video call, phone call, or chat. The doctor discusses symptoms, reviews medical history, and provides medical advice.
4. Diagnosis and Treatment
The doctor may:
● Recommend medications
● Provide lifestyle advice
● Suggest laboratory tests or imaging scans
● Issue electronic prescriptions
● Recommend in-person evaluation if necessary
5. Follow-Up Consultation
Patients may schedule follow-up appointments to monitor recovery or ongoing treatment.
Online medical consultations provide several advantages:
● Convenient access to healthcare from home
● Reduced travel and waiting time
● Faster access to doctors and specialists
● Improved healthcare access in remote areas
● Reduced exposure to infections
● Easy follow-up consultations
● Better management of chronic conditions
● Flexible appointment scheduling
Telemedicine can also reduce healthcare costs associated with transportation and hospital visits.
Although online consultation is highly useful, it may not be suitable for all medical conditions.
Limitations include:
● Inability to perform physical examinations
● Not suitable for medical emergencies
● Technical or internet connectivity issues
● Limited ability to perform diagnostic procedures
● Privacy and cybersecurity concerns
Doctors may recommend an in-person consultation if a physical examination or emergency treatment is required.
Patients can prepare by:
● Ensuring a stable internet connection
● Keeping previous medical records and prescriptions ready
● Listing symptoms and medications
● Sitting in a quiet, well-lit environment
● Preparing questions for the doctor
Proper preparation helps improve communication and consultation quality.
Online medical consultation is a virtual healthcare service where patients consult doctors through video calls, phone calls, or online chat platforms.
Yes, most healthcare platforms use secure systems to protect patient privacy and medical information.
Doctors can manage many non-emergency conditions such as cold, flu, allergies, skin problems, medication refills, and follow-up care.
Yes, doctors may provide electronic prescriptions if appropriate for the patient’s condition.
No. Medical emergencies such as severe chest pain, breathing difficulty, or major injuries require immediate in-person emergency care.
Patients usually need a smartphone, tablet, or computer with internet access and audio/video capability.
In many cases, online consultations may cost less because they reduce travel and clinic-related expenses.
Online consultation is useful for many routine healthcare needs, but some conditions still require physical examination or diagnostic testing.
Yes, many specialists such as dermatologists, psychiatrists, and general physicians offer online consultations.
Most online consultations last between 10 and 30 minutes, depending on the medical condition and discussion required.
