May 15, 2023 – Atrium Health and Ascent Housing opened a community-based virtual care clinic in an apartment complex in Charlotte, North Carolina. The clinic will provide access to health care for both residents and non-residents of the apartment complex. This is the first time Atrium Health has brought a virtual care clinic to an apartment complex.
With a goal to serve vulnerable individuals and families within their rhythm of life, when and where they need health care, the clinic will include an onsite health care technician who will assist in the completion of an enhanced video visit with either a primary or a specialty care provider.
Utilizing a secure telemedicine platform and innovative technologies, a medical professional, located remotely, will complete a comprehensive health examination using a tele-stethoscope to listen to the patient’s heart and lungs, a tele-otoscope to see their eardrums and a high-resolution camera to evaluate the patient’s eyes, nose, throat and skin. Onsite testing will be available for conditions including flu, COVID-19, strep throat and various types of infections. Upon completion of an exam, the diagnosis and treatment plan will be discussed with the patient, including prescriptions and follow-up care, if needed.