Pregnancy is a time of excitement, but it can also be a time filled with appointments, questions, and busy schedules. Finding ways to simplify your prenatal care without sacrificing quality is more important than ever. Modern technology now allows for secure, convenient virtual visits with your trusted doctor, bringing expert care directly to you. This approach, known as perinatal telehealth, supplements traditional in-office visits, making your pregnancy journey more flexible and accessible.
At Athens ObGyn, we are proud to offer online prenatal care to our patients, providing a seamless blend of virtual and in-person appointments. Our telehealth for pregnancy services are designed to fit your life, reducing travel time and stress while maintaining the high standard of "above and beyond" care you expect from our team. As members of the Piedmont Clinic, we are committed to leveraging innovation to enhance your health and well-being.
Experience the convenience and confidence of modern prenatal care. Contact us to learn more about integrating perinatal telehealth into your pregnancy plan.
Perinatal telehealth is a secure and convenient way to receive aspects of your prenatal care remotely using video conferencing technology on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. It allows you to have a face-to-face consultation with your OB/GYN from the comfort of your home or office. These virtual visits supplement, but do not entirely replace, your traditional in-office appointments. During a telehealth visit, you can discuss non-urgent concerns, review lab results, receive counseling on nutrition and lifestyle, and get answers to your questions, just as you would in person. This innovative approach helps make your prenatal care more efficient and accessible.
Integrating telehealth for pregnancy into your care plan offers several significant benefits. The most obvious advantage is convenience—reducing the number of trips you need to make to our office saves you time, travel costs, and time away from work or family. This is especially helpful for patients who live farther away or have complex schedules. It also provides more frequent touchpoints with your provider, allowing for quick check-ins and ongoing support between your major in-person visits. For routine follow-ups that don't require a physical exam, a virtual visit is an efficient and effective way to stay connected and ensure your pregnancy is progressing smoothly.
A perinatal telehealth visit is very similar to an in-office consultation. You will connect with your doctor through a secure video link at your scheduled time. The appointment will begin with a discussion about how you are feeling and any symptoms or questions you may have. Your doctor might review recent test results with you, discuss upcoming screenings, and provide guidance on diet, exercise, and preparing for labor. If you have at-home monitoring devices, such as a blood pressure cuff, you may be asked to report your readings. The goal is to address any non-urgent issues and ensure you feel informed and supported.
Absolutely. Perinatal telehealth is a safe and effective way to supplement your prenatal care. We use a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform to protect your privacy and personal health information. It is important to understand that telehealth is designed for non-emergency consultations and routine follow-ups. It does not replace essential in-person visits that require a physical exam, ultrasound, or other hands-on procedures. Your doctor will create a customized care plan for you that thoughtfully balances virtual visits with the necessary in-office appointments to ensure the health and safety of both you and your baby.
Many women with low-risk pregnancies are excellent candidates for integrating online prenatal care into their routine. If your pregnancy is progressing without complications, some of your regular check-ups can easily be conducted virtually. Telehealth is also a valuable tool for postpartum follow-up visits, lactation consulting, and managing certain conditions that require frequent monitoring but not always a physical exam. Your provider will discuss your medical history and current health status with you to determine if a hybrid model of virtual and in-person care is the right fit for your pregnancy journey.
We make scheduling your perinatal telehealth appointment easy. When you call our office, simply let our staff know you are interested in a virtual visit. If it's an appropriate option for the type of appointment you need, we will schedule it for you and provide you with simple, step-by-step instructions on how to connect with your doctor online. We are here to make your prenatal care as seamless and accessible as possible, and we look forward to connecting with you.