Doctor-led follow-up care for established patients when an in-person examination isn’t required.
Remote Follow-Up
— Existing Patients —
Who this consultation is for
Remote follow-up is available to known patients who have been seen in practice at Peak Family Practice within the past 12 months.
They’re suitable when a physical examination is not needed and continuity of care can be safely maintained.
This option supports continuity of care when you’re unable to attend the practice in person and a physical examination is not required.
Remote follow-up may be used for:
Virtual consultations may be used for:
Follow-up of acute or chronic conditions.
Reviewing and discussing test results.
Reviewing progress and discussing next steps in care.
Follow-up discussion where visual or physical examination is not required.
If, during the consultation, an in-person assessment becomes necessary, we’ll guide you on the appropriate next steps.
How the consultation takes place
The consultation method used may include:
Video call
Telephone
Email
WhatsApp
The format used will depend on the nature of your concern and what is clinically appropriate.
Important notes
To ensure safe and thorough care:
This service is available only to known patients.
You must have had an in-practice consultation within the past year.
New medical problems, physical examinations, or more complex assessments require an in-person consultation.
15 minutes | R400

