6. You should also prepare for potential connection problems
The vast majority of doctors worry about the possibility that a call will fail during an appointment. That’s why many healthcare professionals will remind you of this issue at the beginning of your virtual appointment. However, there are certain things you can do in order to reduce the likelihood of tech problems.
If you’re using a telehealth platform, Kellie Antinori-Lent, MSN, president of the Assocation of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists, suggests you ask your doctor’s office “for the minimum bandwidth required to make sure you won’t have connection issues. If you aren’t sure what your bandwidth at home is, you can call your internet provider.”
