Everything you should know before making a private GP online appointment

1. Everything you should know before making a private GP online appointment Health information these days is freely available from several well-known and popular internet search engines, and as a result, self-diagnosis and self-medication have started to increase more and more - sometimes with undesirable results. The reason why people resort to internet search engines for diagnosis and treatments is because it is often very difficult to get a quick appointment with their private doctor, or if a specialist examination is needed, it can take weeks, up to months to get an appointment. Self-diagnosis and self-medication can be very dangerous (even fatal), and it requires the knowledge, skill, and competence of an experienced and trained medical doctor to properly diagnose and treat patients. However, there are many medical conditions such as Cystitis, Impetigo, Tonsilitis, Shingles and many others, that do not require a physical examination by a doctor and in these cases, patients are advised to consider a private GP online appointment before turning to a search engine. Healthcare online platforms in the UK have been introduced to the online market a few years ago, and it allows users to consult with a medical doctor or any other health practitioner through a call, text message or video call. It, therefore, places the doctor in the palm of your hand and patients no longer need to spend hours in the doctor's waiting room just to get a new medication, or to fill a prescription. Healthcare online platforms are usually properly regulated by the HCPC, NMC, and GMC, and provide access to physicians, dentists, nurses, emergency personnel and other healthcare providers and since it was first launched, it has changed the lives of millions of people across the globe. This innovation in healthcare technology has already made a huge impact on the medical industry and has been of particular value to both patients and physicians during the Covid-19 pandemic, when it became the preferred method to make a private GP online appointment, instead of risking contracting the Coronavirus by visiting a physical healthcare centre, doctor’s room, or clinic.

2. Online platforms that provide users with access to medical practitioners are already in use worldwide and moreover, there are no restrictions in terms of a patient's geographical location, as consultations take place online. If a patient needs a prescription for medication, the online doctor can simply send a prescription to the nearest pharmacy, where the patient can collect it in person, or arrange for it to be delivered at home. Not only does a private GP online appointment eliminate the waiting time at doctor's rooms, but also the related costs. Online appointments are very affordable and depending on the provider, a 10-minute appointment for example, could cost you as little as £19. It also provides patients with an additional, direct line of communication with a medical service provider where a range of medical conditions can be diagnosed and treated, almost instantly. A private GP online appointment also offers the peace of mind that you can receive a timely response to any medical questions you may have, and even after hours, or emergency treatment (if needed). A trusted medical online platform is therefore a secure, centralised place where all your information is considered private and confidential, and when necessary or applicable, the online doctor can also collaborate with your personal doctor, to prescribe the right treatment for your medical condition. In conclusion, most online healthcare platforms in the UK offer patients a user-friendly, transparent payment system that is specifically integrated with that particular platform and its service providers. You can therefore go ahead and book your private GP online appointment from anywhere in the world and without fear or concern and have a professional medical doctor diagnose and treat your condition online. About us Online, 24/7 medical consultations sound like a thing of the future, but with advanced technology and Tap GP's online healthcare platform, the future has arrived early. Online consultations are becoming increasingly popular in first-world countries, especially after the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. Next time you have a runny nose, aches and pains, or seeking instant medical and mental health treatment, you should embrace the future by seeking treatment online. By using our doctor and patient consultation platform, patients can manage their health, consult a doctor, find online treatment for a wide variety of illnesses and conditions and receive prescriptions. Online consultations and online treatment are simple to access with Tap GP and our host of services are available from any place at any time. Find out more by visiting our website at http://tapgp.co.uk