Medical Visits 24/7 Free of Charge for Key West’s Hurricane Irma Victims

Lower Keys Medical Center Offers Hurricane Relief Telehealth Visits With Virtual Health Connect

As the Key West community begins to repair and restore the effects of Hurricane Irma this week, Lower Keys Medical Center is offering free telehealth visits on Virtual Health Connect to help area residents get non-emergency medical care. The free telehealth visits are available through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, September 18, 2017 on any mobile device, computer or tablet.

Virtual Health Connect provides on demand, live access to physicians and nurse practitioners at any time, but may be particularly helpful as members of the community are coping with the impact of rain, winds and flooding. The clinicians can help counsel individuals and families in their time of need with this quick and convenient program.

“Medical services in Key West remain limited at this time as our ER is open primarily to help disaster relief workers and no physician practices are open,” said David Clay, Chief Executive Officer of Lower Keys Medical Center. “Making it more convenient to talk with a clinician about your or your loved ones’ medical needs is one way we can lend a hand to those who’ve been impacted by the storm. We understand electricity and cell service are still spotty, but as these come back online, these virtual visits will be a helpful resource.”

Access to free virtual visits on Virtual Health Connect can be done through an internet connection on any mobile device, tablet or desktop by visiting http://VirtualHealthIrma.com. At the time of visit, patients can enter coupon code IRMA to have their visit free of charge.

Virtual Health Connect is intended for patients who have an urgent need to see a physician for minor health concerns like sinus problems, fever, ear infections, cold and flu symptoms, allergies, migraines, stomach pain, and much more. The doctor will evaluate and diagnose the patient, and if feasible and appropriate, send prescriptions to the pharmacy—just like an in-office doctor’s appointment.

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