Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is a member of the Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN), an extensive network of over 1,500 sites province-wide.

 

Telemedicine is an interactive, two-way televideo conferencing technology which allows for face-to-face communication. This technology allows you to have a face-to-face appointment with your physician or other healthcare professional, who may be many kilometers away, using televideo technology.   

              

You will have the opportunity to see, hear and speak with a healthcare provider and discuss your care plan. This means that you will not have to leave your community in order to consult with a specialist. You will save time and money in travel and related expenses and no longer will you need to take a day off work to attend an out of town appointment.

 

Where is Telemedicine located?

The Telemedicine Studio at OSMH is located in the Outpatient Clinic on the main level of the hospital. You can enter the hospital from Mississaga Street or through the main entrance following the signs for the Outpatient Clinic.

 

What can I expect to happen during a Telemedicine appointment?

A Telemedicine appointment is similar to a regular visit, the only difference being that you will see and talk to the doctor through a television screen. Your appointment will take place in a private room and all information is treated within strict privacy guidelines.

 

Your Telemedicine Coordinator has several diagnostic tools which will assist your specialist during your appointment. These include a hand held zoom camera and an electronic stethoscope.

 

How do I get a Telemedicine appointment?

Ask your healthcare provider if Telemedicine is right for you. Telemedicine is useful for many appointments, but we may not be able to use it for all your visits. Referrals to OTN can be made by your Family Physician. OTN will then contact you directly with your appointment date and time.