Prescriptions delivered securely through the SOS Tourist Doctor app
FROM CONSULTATION TO PHARMACY
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Consult a doctor in the app
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Receive a clinical assessmen
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Get your secure e-prescription
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Collect medication at a pharmac
How it works
Consult a doctor
Discuss your symptoms, current medication, allergies and relevant medical history.
Clinical assessment
The doctor determines whether medication is appropriate and whether an in-person examination or further investigation is required.
Receive your prescription
When prescribed, your document is delivered securely through the app.
Visit a pharmacy
Present the prescription at an appropriate pharmacy to obtain and pay for your medication.
Important information
- A prescription is issued only when clinically appropriate.
- Some medicines cannot legally or safely be prescribed remotely.
- The doctor may request an in-person examination.
- Medication availability varies between pharmacies.
- Consultation and prescription charges do not normally include the cost of medication.
When online prescribing may not be appropriate
- Symptoms suggesting a medical emergency
- Conditions requiring a physical examination
- Certain controlled or closely regulated medicines
- Pregnancy-related emergencies
- Severe pain or neurological symptoms
- Situations in which the diagnosis is uncertain
Electronic Prescriptions (E-Prescriptions)
Our general practitioners (GPs) provide digital prescriptions and medical certificates following a telemedicine consultation. Prescriptions are then securely and promptly delivered to you via the SOS Tourist Doctor mobile application, free of charge.
How our E-prescription works?
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Consultation and Assessment
Register or log in to your SOS Tourist Doctor account to schedule a telemedicine appointment. During your consultation, discuss your symptoms or concerns with a licensed general practitioner (GP). If medically appropriate, your GP will electronically prescribe the required medication.
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E-Prescription Delivery
Upon completion of your consultation, your digital prescription will be securely transmitted directly to you via the SOS Tourist Doctor App.
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Medication Collection
Proceed to your preferred pharmacy to retrieve and purchase your prescribed medication.
What can i expect from an E-prescription?
Time Efficiency
Electronic prescriptions eliminate the need for physical paperwork. After your consultation, you can proceed directly to your designated pharmacy to collect your medication.
Simplify the Reimbursement Process
Thanks to electronic documentation, submitting a claim to your medical insurance is easy and efficient.
Enhanced Confidentiality
Your electronic prescription is securely accessible only to your SOS Tourist Doctor general practitioner (GP) and your chosen pharmacy. Rest assured, e-prescriptions maintain the same high level of security as traditional paper prescriptions.
What can i expect from an E-prescription?
- Controlled drug prescriptions, which encompass a range of treatments including strong pain relief, anxiety, depression and sleep medications
- Neurological defects or seizures
- Severe chest pain or suspected heart attack
- Severe sudden onset of pain
- Pregnancy-related complications
- Dental treatments or advice
- Emergency care
- Suspected Stroke
- Antipsychotics
Prioritizing Your Comfort and Convenience
SOS Tourist Doctor specializes in connecting individuals with accessible, cost-effective urgent care services, wherever they may be. Eliminate the stress of navigating unfamiliar cities or enduring crowded waiting rooms. Instead, consult with a licensed physician from the comfort of your home, RBnB or vacation accommodation.
