1. Can I consult a FOCOS doctor online?
    • Yes. FOCOS offers telemedicine consultations for appropriate patients who may be unable to attend an in-person appointment.
  2. Can I get a second opinion through FOCOS telemedicine?
    • Yes. A telemedicine consultation may allow you to discuss your medical condition and seek a professional opinion remotely. The doctor will advise if an in-person assessment is required.
  3. Can I have my FOCOS follow-up appointment online?
    • Some follow-up consultations may be conducted through telemedicine when clinically appropriate. Your doctor will determine whether a remote consultation is suitable.
  4. Can patients outside Accra use FOCOS telemedicine?
    • Yes. Telemedicine can provide convenient access to FOCOS doctors for appropriate consultations when travelling to the hospital is difficult.
  5. Can patients outside Ghana use FOCOS telemedicine?
    • Patients outside Ghana may enquire about telemedicine, particularly for an initial discussion or second opinion. The clinical team will determine whether a virtual consultation is appropriate and whether an in-person assessment is subsequently required.
  6. What should I prepare for my telemedicine consultation?
    • Where applicable, have your previous medical reports, imaging results, medication information and other relevant medical records available. These can help the doctor better understand your medical history and concerns.
  7. Does a telemedicine consultation replace an in-person appointment?
    • Not always. Some conditions require a physical examination, imaging or other investigations. Your doctor will determine whether you can continue your care remotely or need to visit FOCOS for further assessment.

 

Access Specialist Orthopaedic Care From Wherever You Are.

Distance, work schedules and travel commitments should not always prevent you from speaking with a specialist.

FOCOS Telemedicine connects you with our clinical team remotely, making specialist orthopaedic and spine care more accessible to patients in Ghana and beyond.

Need to speak with a FOCOS doctor remotely? Contact FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital today to enquire about a telemedicine appointment, Call or send a message to 0501631214 / 0200000856 / 0501436964.