Communication and Information Sharing
Contacting healthcare providers
There are many ways to connect with healthcare providers including:
- In-person appointments
- Virtually using video-based platforms (e.g. Zoom, Webex, and Microsoft Teams)
- Telephone
If you would like your healthcare provider to share some of your medical information with you, there may be additional options, including online patient portals or printouts.
When thinking about what type of appointment is best for you, you may want to consider:
- What you need from the appointment (e.g. questions answered, medication change, medication renewal When you need your medications prescribed again by your doctor to you can keep taking your medications as needed. , etc.)
- If you have a preferred type of appointment (e.g. in-person, phone, virtual)
- If the virtual platform is accessible and free for you to use
Still unsure? Ask your healthcare provider about what type of appointment they would recommend based on your needs.
References
Yunk, K. (2020, January 24). Types of communication in healthcare and their importance. 8×8. https://www.8×8.com/blog/types-of-healthcare-communication?locale=ca#:~:text=It%20could%20be%20a%20face,typically%20follow%20the%20HL7%20standard