Telehealth has become inevitable in the way we seek healthcare, because of the convenience it offers in an ever busy world. It also offers connectivity with distant providers, enabling access to the best care, wherever in the world it may be. However, its shortcoming is that the clinicians are not able to physically examine us. Therefore, it is essential that we bring our virtual experience as close as possible to what a face to face consultation would be, by providing the clinician with as information as we can. In order to achieve this, the following may be helpful;

1) Video calls over audio calls and chats - this offers the clinician the opportunity to pick up non verbal cues that may be useful in the consultation.

2) Take your vitals signs - Recording your blood pressure, heart rate , temperature and oxygen saturation provides useful information. So, having your personal equipment is helpful

3) Share relevant pictures and documents

4) Find a safe space for your consultation. This allows adequate privacy and enables you to share confidential information safely.