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Talk to Your Doctor Without Getting Up From Your Couch
Healthcare is important for everyone. People have to travel to the doctor to get a checkup , prescription etc. Some people can’t get go to the doctor because of movement issues, or can’t afford transportation. This is where virtual care comes in. We have virtual care in Brampton. You can video chat with your doctor about your issues or any questions. In addition, you can use any device to video chat with your doctor.
Vital's Virtual Care is covered by the OHIP Program. Book your appointment today
Virtual Care Can Make Life Easier
Vital telemedicine and virtual care centres are affiliated with Ontario TeleHealth and all consultations are covered by OHIP. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Virtual Care :
Book Your Appointment
Book appointment anytime you want . Find the date that works best for you without the leaving of the comfort of your home.
Be Prepared
Make sure you have your WiFi working, a mic , a good webcam. Keep your health card with you , but also have your OHIP or payment card on hand and your history of medication .
Take Our Survey
You will be asked to do a Medical Intake Survey about your medical history from text message from us. It is for the doctor to look it at for your appointment
Covered by OHIP
Anyone living in Ontario with a valid OHIP card can book an appointment with Vital Urgent Care. Make sure to add your OHIP card number to your account to get coverage.
Check In
Make sure what time and day your appointment is. Be on time to check in from the email or text you were sent.
Talk With Your Doctor
Ask your doctor whatever you need. It will be like talking to your doctor in person. Take some notes in case of important information that the doctor say
Eligibility For Virtual Care
Any Canadians who are over 16 are eligibility for Virtual Care, but you need to meet conditions and services that meet it. Our virutal care doctors may still ask you to come in person to make sure you are safe and for your quality of health and care.
Yes
Conditions of Eligibility for Virtual Care
- Acne
- Acid Reflux
- Allergy Symptoms – Nose/Eyes
- Asthma flare up
- Birth Control or Plan B
- Bug Bites, Impetigo, Ringworm
- Cold Sore(s)
- Coughing
- Ear Ache
- Eye infection, Pink Eye
- Follow-Up for Select Ongoing Conditions
- Emphysema
- Diabetes
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Skin Issues
- Gout Flare Up
- Head Lice
- Hemorrhoids
- Herpes (genital) Recurrence
- Poison Ivy
- Questions about my current ongoing condition
- Rash or Skin Condition
- Review of Recent Lab Results
- Prescription Renewal
- Referrals (Specialist and Allied Health such as Physiotherapy, Massage Therapy or Psychologist)
- Requisition for Blood Test, X-Ray, Ultrasound
- Sick Note
- Routine STI testing
- Shingles
- Sinus Infection
- Sore Throat
- Toenail or Fingernail Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) symptoms
- Weight Loss
- WSIB Form 8 (Initial Report) completed for a Minor
- Workplace Injury
No
Conditions of Ineligibility for Virtual Care
- Chest Pain
- Abdominal pain
- Uses of controlled substance renewal or prescription
- Any condition that involves a Breast, Pelvic, Genital. or Rectal exam
- Under the age of 16
If you have any the conditions listed above , please contact us and meet with one of your physicians
We do not provide services for Emergency situations
Situations include:
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Abdominal pain
- Allergic reaction
- Choking
- Altered state of consciousness
- Head or neck injury
Please call 911 for emergency situations
Virtual Care - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do I have to pay for my Virtual Care Appointment?
Virtual Care is covered BY the OHIP. This is for all Ontario citizens with a valid OHIP health card. It is thorough the Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN). If you don’t have
Can I Get a Prescription?
You can get a prescription from the doctor through Virtual Care. It will get faxed to your pharmacy of your choice.
Can Any Condition Be Seen via Virtual Care?
No not every condition can be seen via Virtual Care. There are a number of conditions that you cannot be seen because of it can be internal, need to checked in person etc. , which cannot not be checked by virtual care.
How Can I Cancel My Appointment?
You have to go to your account and cancel the appointment. You cannot call us to cancel the appointment.
We believe in affordable specialty healthcare for all.
Brampton West
- (905) 257-6712
- info@vitalmedicine.ca
- 11210 Creditview Road, Unit D, Brampton, Ontario, L7A 4X3
Squire Ellis Medical Centre
- (905) 789-0010
- info@vitalmedicine.ca
- 10 Squire Ellis Dr Unit 15, Brampton, ON L6P 4K6
Brampton East
- (905) 458-4501
- info@vitalmedicine.ca
- 2740 North Park Dr, Unit 35 Brampton, ON L6S 0E9