Frequently Asked Questions
Telemedicine
- If I Am International Patient Can I Use Telemedicine?
- Is Telemedicine Safe?
- Why Should I Use Telemedicine?
- What’s Telemedicine?
- What’s The Cost For A Telemedicine E-visit?
- How Do I Request a Virtual Consultation With Dr. Alejandro Badia?
- Ouch, I Just Got Hurt! How Do I Safely Get Treated Amidst The COVID-19 Outbreak?
- Is My Orthopedic Condition Urgent?
If I Am International Patient Can I Use Telemedicine?
A major benefit of Telemedicine is that you can do so while living abroad and visit your Specialist. Feel free to contact us at to schedule an appointment, or complete the online form below. Note : Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory and must be completed. IMPORTANT: [...]
Is Telemedicine Safe?
Telemedicine is a safe and an effective way to visit your Specialist avoiding crowded Hospitals during this pandemic. Feel free to contact us at to schedule an appointment, or complete the online form below. Note : Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory and must be completed. IMPORTANT: [...]
Why Should I Use Telemedicine?
The purpose of telemedicine is to improve the opportunity to get healthcare closer to home, in a convenient location, and more timely way. The benefit of telemedicine is less waiting and travel time, and time away from work or other priorities Feel free to contact us at to schedule [...]
What’s Telemedicine?
Telemedicine involves the use of electronic communications and software to provide orthopedic services to patients without an in-person visit. While an in-person visit may be required at some point during the patient's journey, depending on the case, the telemedicine e-visit can serve [...]
What’s The Cost For A Telemedicine E-visit?
For a fraction of the cost typically incurred in travelling expenses, you can request an appointment for a virtual initial consultation, 2nd opinion, and quick follow-up visits right from the convenience of your home or office. Please ask us for details by calling us at , or completing [...]
How Do I Request a Virtual Consultation With Dr. Alejandro Badia?
To coordinate a telemedicine e-visit appointment please complete the quick form below. One of our team members will contact you personally to address your request and coordinate an appointment date and time for the virtual visit. We provide this service to International Patients and Florida [...]
Ouch, I Just Got Hurt! How Do I Safely Get Treated Amidst The COVID-19 Outbreak?
Getting hurt is never fun, but now with fears about the COVID-19 pandemic (read "Visitor Advisory"), many patients are left wondering how to safely seek treatment for their orthopedic injury or condition, without increasing their risk of contracting the virus. Badia Hand to Shoulder [...]
Is My Orthopedic Condition Urgent?
Urgent orthopedic conditions are conditions which require care either immediately or within days. This includes conditions such as: Fractures Dislocations Lacerations Tendon ruptures This also includes some routine care, such as cast removals. Many orthopedic conditions, [...]