Virtual Care for Suitable Concerns
Virtual Doctor Calgary
Phone or video appointments may help with selected non-urgent concerns when a physical examination is not required.
What is a virtual doctor appointment?
During a virtual visit, a physician may review symptoms, history, medications, and concerns. Next steps may include guidance, a prescription when appropriate, testing, an in-person visit, or referral.
How we may help
Follow-up appointments
Review progress after a previous appointment or discuss ongoing symptoms.
Test result reviews
Review selected laboratory or imaging results and discuss whether follow-up is needed.
Prescription discussions
Some renewals or medication questions may be appropriate for virtual care.
Non-urgent questions
General medical concerns that do not require a physical examination.
Chronic disease follow-up
Some check-ins may be completed virtually, with in-person visits still needed for exams or testing.
In-person care when needed
The physician may ask you to attend the clinic if an examination, measurement, or test is required.
Visiting the clinic
Not every concern can be handled virtually
- A reliable phone or video connection
- A current medication and allergy list
- A private location where you can discuss your health
- Be prepared to attend in person if an examination is required
Emergency care
For emergencies, call 911.
This clinic is not an emergency department. For severe or life-threatening symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Frequently asked questions
A virtual doctor may help with selected follow-ups, result reviews, prescription discussions, chronic disease check-ins, and non-urgent questions.
A physician may prescribe or renew medication virtually when clinically appropriate. Some situations require an in-person visit or testing.
No. Telemedicine is not emergency care. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department for severe or life-threatening symptoms.
Contact Forest Hills Medical Clinic
Forest Hills Medical Clinic is located at 4-5315 17 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2A 0W2. Call 403-248-5705. Appointments and walk-in visits may be available, subject to physician availability and visit type.