Virtual Care

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What is virtual care?

Virtual care is the use of technology that allows you to visit your health care provider without having to come to a clinic or hospital.

About Virtual Care

With University of Michigan Health Virtual Care, you can access the same world-class care you experience in our clinics, now from the comfort and convenience of home. Whether you are in the Keweenaw Peninsula or Kerrytown, you can count on expert, personalized care from U-M Health providers, by connecting with them conveniently using your MyUofMHealth Patient Portal account.

Ready to get started?

E-visits and Video Visits require a MyUofMHealth patient portal account. Sign up for an account here

You can also download the MyUofMHealth mobile app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. You must download the app to access a Video Visit from a mobile device.

If you need an internet connection, use the State of Michigan Online Map of Free Wi-Fi Hotspots to find a public Wi-Fi hotspot near you.

Note: Patients must be in the State of Michigan to access Virtual Care offerings due to state law or regulations. 

Get more information about the MyUofMHealth Patient Portal

Services

E-Visits

A convenient asynchronous way to receive health care advice and treatment for common medical needs. This means you will provide information needed to treat you. Our health care providers will review and send a treatment plan in response.

Video Visits

Video Visits allow you to save the time and cost of traveling to see your health care provider by giving you access to communicate with a provider through a video call.

Connected Care at Home

The Connected Care at Home program helps you track and manage your blood pressure from home, stay connected with your care team, and gain the skills to manage your health independently.

Patient Monitoring at Home Program

The Patient Monitoring at Home program helps recently discharged patients stay connected to their care team with easy-to-use technology, keeping track of vital signs and health from the comfort of home to support recovery.

Connect with Us

Learn more about accessing U-M Health care from home:
  • E-Visits
  • Video Visits
  • Preparing For Your Video Visit
  • Virtual Care FAQs