If you have digestive health issues that require surgery, a video visit with us can help.
Our colon and rectal health experts diagnose and treat many health issues, including:
- Colon cancer.
- Colon polyps.
- Crohn's disease.
- Diverticular disease/diverticulitis.
- Inflammatory bowel disease.
With pre-surgery video visits, it's easier than ever to get the expert care that's right for you.
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About Colon and Rectal Health Video Visits at UPMC
Video visits provide high-quality care in a virtual setting. You can do the visit from home or work, as long as you have privacy.
Your provider can often use a video visit to discuss your health issues. They can then work up a care plan tailored for you.
Even when you need in-person testing, you can get it close to home. Your UPMC provider will review your results during a video visit.
Our colon and rectal health experts work with the members of your care team, including gastroenterologists, oncologists, and others.
In most cases, you won't need to meet your colon and rectal surgeon in person until the day of surgery.
Benefits of Colon and Rectal Health Video Visits
Video visits may work well for you if you:
How Colon and Rectal Health Video Visits Work
After you book your video visit, you will receive instructions via your patient portal about how to log on.
UPMC's video tools and secure patient portals meet all HIPAA and web security standards.
UPMC has long offered telemedicine, which is convenient for all patients, especially people who live in rural towns.
Some people have become so content with video visits that they choose them over meeting in person. It helps avoid unneeded travel and time off work.
To learn more about what to expect during your video visit, click here.
Health insurance plans we accept
UPMC accepts most health insurance. Check your plan to be sure it covers video visits.