Virtual and phone consultation
The wide expanses of our country can sometimes limit access to specialized health care.
A virtual or phone consultation allows you to get answers to questions you may have about a specific hand or wrist condition and learn about the different treatment options available, from the comfort and privacy of your home or your health care provider’s office.
It is the simplest, fastest and most direct way to have access to a hand surgeon expertise, without having to travel away from your work and family.
If you have questions about your hand or wrist problem, if you or your doctor believe that your condition requires specialist assessment or treatment, you can now make an appointment for a virtual or phone consultation with Dr. Jean-Paul Brutus.
Benefits
Eliminates unnecessary delays and travel hassles. The consultation is held at the time and place that suit you.
Private and confidential
Allows your doctor or therapist to assist
Fast, simple and direct
It will be our pleasure to give you an appointment for a consultation and treatment in the next few days.
How does it work?
You must first send or have your referral doctor send us (by fax or mail) your medical records (including X-rays, scans, MRIs and EMGs). All relevant results will be reviewed.
An appointment will be made for your virtual or phone consultation. As with a normal consultation, you will be asked to explain your symptoms and their impact on your life. Your occupation, medical history, and health concerns will then be discussed. The average consultation lasts 30 minutes.
If the consultation allows visual examination, Dr. Brutus may ask you to indicate the area of pain and to perform certain movements.
Once your medical condition is assessed, Dr. Brutus will inform you of the different treatment options available. Most conditions can now be treated without surgery.
Many conditions* can be diagnosed and evaluated through a virtual or phone consultation:
– Osteoarthritis and arthritis of the hand
– Dupuytren’s contracture
– Ganglion cyst
– Trigger finger
– Mallet finger
Note: Certain more complex problems may not lend themselves to a virtual or phone consultation and require a face-to-face physical examination.
What is the cost of a virtual or phone consultation?
The price for your consultation will be provided upon request. Healthcare expenses can entitle you to a tax credit.
If you think that a phone or virtual consultation is an interesting option for you, contact us to find out how to send your medical information and determine a date for your appointment with Dr. Brutus.
How to proceed?
Submit your consultation request by completing the form below and pay the consultation fees.
Our coordinator will contact you to determine the date and time of the consultation.
Send us tour medical imaging reports (MRIs, CT Scans, X-rays) by fax, email or courier.
Be sure to be available in front of your computer on the scheduled day and time, in a private and confidential setting.
Follow the instructions from the email you’ll receive for your consultation to begin.
Disclaimer
If you think you have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. For other medical concerns, contact your physician or another qualified health care professional. A physical evaluation of your condition is always preferable if possible.
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