Deep River & District Health offers access to the Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN), a secure system that uses live two-way video conferencing to connect patients with healthcare providers across the province. This service supports both clinical consultations and distance education for patients. Telemedicine appointments are held in a private room at Deep River & District Health and are supported by our trained staff.
This service is available by referral only and can help patients access timely care for a range of health concerns, including follow-up visits, specialist assessments, and chronic disease management.
Telemedicine allows patients to:
- Access timely consultations with specialists across Ontario
- Avoid unnecessary travel, reducing time and expense
- Receive quality care closer to home
Specialty Clinics Available via Telemedicine
Telemedicine appointments are available for a wide range of specialties, including the following:
- Cardiology
- Dermatology
- Endocrinology
- General surgery
- Gynecology & fertility
- Hematology
- Hepatology
- Mental health
- Nephrology
- Oncology
- Ophthalmology
Additional specialties may be available upon request.
Getting a Referral
To access a specialist via telemedicine, ask your family doctor or primary care provider if your referral is suitable for a telemedicine appointment.
If your specialist participates in the OTN network, they can work with our Telemedicine Coordinator to arrange your consultation.