Virtual Care | Community Health

Virtual care, also known as telemedicine, is a rapidly growing field that enables patients to receive medical care remotely through digital platforms. With the rise of virtual care, patients can now access medical consultations, diagnoses, and treatments from the comfort of their own homes. According to a report by the [[american-telemedicine-association|American Telemedicine Association]], the global telemedicine market is expected to reach $185.6 billion by 2026, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.4% from 2020 to 2026. As of 2022, over 70% of healthcare providers in the United States offer some form of virtual care, with [[teladoc|Teladoc]] and [[american-well|American Well]] being two of the leading virtual care platforms. The COVID-19 pandemic has further accelerated the adoption of virtual care, with many healthcare providers turning to digital platforms to deliver care remotely. For instance, [[cleveland-clinic|Cleveland Clinic]] has seen a significant increase in virtual consultations, with over 1 million virtual visits in 2020 alone.