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How to Prepare and Make the Most of Your Telemedicine Appointment

Lauren Smith, MAMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on August 5, 2025
Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP | August 5, 2025

If you’ve decided to give telemedicine a try, there are some things you can do beforehand to make the most of the virtual visit. After all, you don’t want to spend your entire telemedicine appointment trying to figure out why your microphone isn’t working. Luckily, many telemedicine platforms make it easy for you to get prepped and have a successful appointment.

Once you’ve prepared for your virtual visit, you should be all set to have a great telemedicine appointment. The good news is that it will get a little bit easier, and you’ll have a little more confidence, after each visit.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician. Prior to practicing medicine, she worked as a management consultant.

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