Telehealth

Whether your schedule is busy or you simply prefer to visit with a medical provider from the comfort of home, telehealth at Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic in Brookhaven, Mississippi, is a convenient option. Board-certified family nurse practitioner Amy Case, FNP, ADM, CDCES, and the rest of the exceptional team offer this service to patients 16 and older. Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment at Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic by phone or request one online today.

What is telehealth?

Telehealth at Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic involves virtual medical evaluations and treatments as needed for general medicine (primary care) concerns. 

Amy can meet with you via a phone, tablet, computer, or other electronic device conveniently from any location while maintaining utmost privacy and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards.

What are the benefits of telehealth?

Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic’s telehealth option offers convenience, time savings, top-quality primary care, no exposure to other patients, and privacy.

Examples of services available via telehealth include:

• Physical and mental health evaluations 
• Follow-up appointments
• Sick visits
• Chronic disease management (diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and more)
• Diabetes education
• Medication prescriptions
• Preventive care
• Diabetes management
• Lipid management
• Medically supervised weight loss
• Comprehensive screening and prevention program
• Specialist referrals

You don’t have to travel to the Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic office, take time off from work, or schedule childcare to visit with Amy virtually. 

What happens during telehealth appointments?

During telehealth visits, Amy calls you during your scheduled appointment time. She discusses the reason for your appointment and your medical history, medications, symptoms, and lifestyle habits. 

Amy can complete a virtual physical exam if you have signs of a medical concern. She may suggest you complete lab testing or other diagnostic tests. If you need treatment, the Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic team personalizes a plan that offers symptom relief, a reduced risk of medical complications, and an optimal quality of life.

They follow up to ensure an effective outcome and determine when to schedule your next in-person or telehealth appointment.  

How often should I schedule telehealth visits?

You’re welcome to schedule telehealth visits with Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic if you develop new or unusual symptoms, become ill or injured, need help managing a disease, desire medically supervised weight loss, or have questions about your health. 

You’ll need an in-person appointment if you require in-office diagnostic testing, hands-on care (such as vaccinations or other injections), or an annual physical exam. Call the Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic office anytime you’re unsure if an in-person or telehealth visit is best for you.

Take advantage of telehealth at Brookhaven Diabetes & Primary Care Clinic by scheduling an appointment by phone or requesting one online today. In-person visits are also available.