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How to Prepare for an Online Video Consultation with Your Doctor

It’s good that you have scheduled an online doctor consultation. You are about to get relief from the torments your body and mind have been withstanding all these days.

But what if the connection gets lost while your doctor is on a video conference with you? What if you have something important to say, but your laptop shuts down, and you forget it just by chance?

You don’t want this to happen. This is why you can read this post and find out how you should prepare for an online doctor consultation so that you are pleased after the conference ends.

What Equipment Do You Need for an Online Video Consultation with a Doctor

You don’t need many things for it.

But what you need should be organised.

For an online consultation with a doctor, you may not have to buy things. Most homes have these supplies commonly available. They are:

  • A Smartphone tablet or laptop with a front camera, microphone and speaker.
  • In case you don’t have any of them, you might need a desktop computer with a webcam, microphone and speakers.
  • A proper Wi-Fi or Internet connection.
  • A notebook and a functioning pen/ pencil with a spare one (for taking quick notes).
  • A proper setup for comfortable sitting.
  • A pair of headphones with microphone extension (if possible).

All set? Well, now we can move on to learn how we are going to prepare and conduct the online video consultation with your doctor. So, let’s find out what the next point has to offer.

Ways to Prepare for an Online Doctor Consultation

We are going to take a look at a few steps below. Maintain them as closely as you can. Keep on revising them to make your consultation smooth and effective. One pro tip: Don’t rush the process even if you feel you are organised. 

  • Get a Place with Ample Light

Make sure the place you sit has ample light. However, it’s good if you have this conference in the daytime because of the useful daylight. However, don’t sit in too harsh sunlight.

  • Sit Opposite to the Light Source

You might need to sit opposite the window or the lamp or whatever the light source is. It makes you appear clear and bright in the camera. Just don’t keep a bright light source in the background.

  • Make Sure There Is No Noise

Your doctor needs to listen to you clearly and comfortably. So, sit somewhere with low noise for an online doctor consultation. Scheduling the conference in the early mornings or late evenings might help.

  • Ensure You’re at the Right Distance from the Camera

Sit down to maintain the best posture if possible. You want to make sure you are properly visible on the screen. Do not sit too close to the camera or too distant from it.

  • Target Camera in the Proper Angles (To Show Affected Spots in the Body)

Let’s suppose you have a foot injury. You might need to point your camera at your foot to show your doctor the issue. Maintain the right camera angle in doing so. Check if the light directly falls on your foot or the affected area you are showing your physician.

  • Make Sure the Microphone Is Always on

It is a common matter that the microphone options of some video calling applications are turned off via default mode. Check it yourself before speaking with your doctor.

  • Keep Previous Medical Records, a Notebook and a Pen at Hand

Please make sure your doctor does not have to wait for the information while you search your medical records. Keep them organised and close at hand at the time of the conference. Plus, your notebook and pen should be close to you so that you don’t waste time taking notes. The goal is not to leave your seat searching for things while your doctor waits.

To Conclude

You see conducting an online video consultation with your doctor is not as difficult as it sounds.

Keep yourself organised. Don’t rush the process. You’ll surely have an effective online session with your physician.