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Walgreens offering 'virtual doctor visits' through its mobile app

Available in both iOS and Android versions of the Walgreens mobile app, the platform enables users to consult virtually with physicians for a range of acute conditions.

December 8, 2014

Walgreens and tele-health service provider MDLIVE have announced a new offering that will give Walgreens website users 24/7 access to U.S. board-certified doctors through its mobile application. The service is now available to users in California and Michigan, with plans to rollout to additional states and markets over time, according to the companies.

Available in both iOS and Android versions of the Walgreens mobile app, the platform enables users to consult virtually with MDLIVE physicians for a range of acute conditions.

Offering mobile and virtual access to board-certified doctors is a natural extension of the robust range of health services that Walgreens already offers," said Dr. Harry Leider, chief medical officer, Walgreens. "We're delighted to work with MDLIVE to provide our patients with a leading telehealth solution that will allow them to conveniently address their health conditions and needs with a medical professional."

Last year, Walgreens launched its Pharmacy Chat feature, which allows users to chat live 24/7 with members of its pharmacy staff, as part of its tele-health platform.