Living in another city, travelling within Brazil or finding it difficult to get to an office can make an online appointment a useful option. You will meet with me, João Victor Bohn Alves, a specialist in Family and Community Medicine, to talk through your history, understand what is happening and plan the next steps together.
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What we can discuss online
We can work through health questions, review your history and current treatments, discuss test results in context and plan follow-up care. Some initial assessments can also begin online. The appropriate type of appointment depends on what you need at the time.
Family medicine can also help bring information together when several treatments or professionals are involved in your care. If another type of assessment is needed, we will discuss it together.
When an in-person visit is needed
Online consultations have limits: they do not allow a complete physical examination and may not provide enough information for a safe decision. In those situations, care includes recommending an in-person assessment. If you need urgent medical attention, seek a local health service rather than waiting for an online appointment.
For long-term care, it is important to plan in-person consultations as well. Living far away does not remove that need; it should be part of the care plan from the start.
How the appointment works
The online consultation takes place through Doctoralia itself, at a scheduled time. No special preparation is needed. Access instructions are confirmed when booking; if you are in a different time zone, please also confirm the local appointment time.
Care in English or Portuguese
You can choose the language you feel most comfortable using to talk about your health. Online appointments may be suitable for Brazilians as well as international residents and visitors travelling within Brazil. Please mention your preference when booking.
If you are in Rio and would prefer an in-person appointment, visit the office page for Jardim Botânico.