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From Check Symptoms to video visit in one step
Patients with rash symptoms now can request an on-demand video appointment using the patient portal. Here's how Matt Gauthier used it to quickly get care he needed without leaving home.
Check Symptoms offers evaluations, care recommendations
Minor health concerns can happen anytime. If you're unsure what to do or who to call, use a free online tool to evaluate your symptoms and receive a care recommendation.
Check Symptoms evaluates RSV, upper respiratory illness symptoms
Concerned you or your child may have RSV, the flu or COVID-19? Learn how an online assessment tool can quickly evaluate symptoms, determine if testing is needed and recommend next steps for care.
Online scheduling saves time for busy grandmother
Ellen Mihm knows what brings her joy: travel and spending time with her grandkids — and not waiting on hold to schedule appointments. That's why she likes the easy online scheduling options with Patient Online Services.
Schedule flu vaccinations through Patient Online Services, Mayo Clinic App
Put up your best defense by scheduling a flu vaccination through Patient Online Services or the Mayo Clinic App — it's convenient. Select the date, time and location that's best for you.
Patient finds online scheduling 'easy peasy'
JoAnn Osterhus was happy to learn she could schedule her own blood test in Patient Online Services. Learn about this new option, which JoAnn describes as "easy peasy."
Scheduling a mammogram through Patient Online Services
For some patients, it can sometimes be difficult to understand people over the phone. Learn why Muntaha Mansour chooses to schedule her appointments online, including a recent mammogram.
Plan ahead to make the most of your health care visit
Have an upcoming health care appointment with your provider? Here's some tips and things to keep in mind so you get the most from your visit.
FAQ: Your care team
Your care needs are important, which is why Mayo Clinic Health System provides a team-based approach. Learn more about care team collaboration and how it can benefit you.
Connected care: Sometimes a person just needs a little help
You don't need to be tech savvy to be connected online to valuable care services, especially important during the pandemic. Learn how Kelly Timm got signed up for Patient Online Services with the help of a friend.
Family warns others to take COVID-19 seriously
Mike Wolf was a healthy guy with no underlying health issues. Then he contracted COVID-19 and spent 43 days in the hospital. Now his family wants to warn others to take COVID-19 seriously.
Video visits keep patient, doctor connected during pandemic
Debbie Doble was diagnosed with breast cancer, but the COVID-19 pandemic halted face-to-face appointments. Find out how she continued care from the convenience of her home using video visits.