Virtual Health

When it comes to your health, seeking safe essential care cannot be delayed. Fortunately, with Virtual Health services available through the GW Medical enterprise, access to such care has never been easier. Virtual Health enables you to speak with many providers in the following departments, all from the comfort of your own home or wherever you may be, using your phone, tablet or computer. To schedule a Virtual Health appointment, simply call 888-4GW-DOCS.

Primary Care and Emergency Follow Up

For the safety of our patients and staff, GW Immediate & Primary Care is offering virtual appointments for primary care, and follow up after an ER visit.

Bariatric Care

Our comprehensive bariatric program offers a personalized approach to your weight-loss journey. A team of experts, including a dietitian, personal trainer and psychologist, along with a support group, will work with you every step of the way. Additionally, our team of board-certified surgeons will guide you in surgical planning to help you achieve your goals.

Breast Care Center

The Comprehensive Breast Care Center offers multidisciplinary support, consultation and treatment regarding your breast health. Your safety is our top priority — we are dedicated to providing you with the same level of outstanding, patient-focused care you can rely on via virtual health, using a mobile phone, tablet or computer.

Cancer Center

The GW Cancer Center continues to provide exceptional, patient-centered care across all our multidisciplinary clinical programs. The center is open for both virtual health and in-person visits, second opinions and consults.

Cardiac Surgery

We offer a comprehensive range of procedures to help patients with advanced heart disease. Appointments are available from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Colorectal Surgery

With advanced training in the management of colorectal conditions, our surgeons are skilled in non-surgical, minimally invasive and traditional surgical techniques.

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)

We specialize in ear, nose and throat care including advanced evaluation techniques and individually crafted medical and surgical treatments.

Gynecologic Surgery

With robotic technology, gynecologic surgeons are able to operate with greater precision and control than ever before. Robotic technology enables surgeons to make smaller incisions with greater precision and enhanced visualization.

Liver and Pancreas Institute for Quality

We provide advanced, innovative care for patients with pancreas, liver, bile duct, duodenum and gallbladder diseases.

Neurosurgery

Access world-class neurologic care from home. Whether you need care for a new neurologic diagnosis or chronic condition, follow-up care, information on available treatment options, help planning for a surgery or procedure, or a second opinion, a GW Neurologist or Neurosurgeon is available to help you via a secure video visit.

Orthopedics

We offer a full range of surgical and non-surgical treatment options for orthopedic problems. Whether you need to see a shoulder, spine, sports medicine, foot and ankle, or hand specialist, or a joint replacement doctor, we are here for you.

Outpatient Rehabilitation

We provide individualized physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Virtual Health visits include initial consultations and follow-up visits for rehabilitation for the following conditions: orthopedic injuries or surgery, sports injuries, stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, lymphedema, swallowing difficulty and vertigo. We also provide pelvic floor rehab, neurological rehab, wheelchair evaluations, amputee rehab, post-COVID rehab, oncology rehab, specialized hand therapy and voice rehab. To make an appointment, call us directly at 202-715-5655.

Spine and Pain Center

The GW Spine and Pain Center helps patients reduce disability, improve function and ease pain of the spine and various other chronic pain syndromes. We can help you find relief from chronic pain so you can resume your active life. Virtual consultations are now available.

Transplant Services

We offer comprehensive care and support for kidney transplants. Appointments are available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our transplant team is currently seeing patients onsite on Tuesdays and Thursdays who were transplanted within the last three months. Virtual Health services are available for all post-transplant patients more than three months out, as well as for all pre-transplant evaluations and donor evaluations.

Urology

Our GW expert urologists excel in diagnosing and treating problems involving the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive organs. From curing cancer to restoring fertility, treating kidney stones to addressing incontinence, our urology experts touch all aspects of life.

And more! GW Virtual Health visits for other specialties are also available and recommended during this time. In-person visits are available if determined necessary by your healthcare provider. Don’t delay getting the care you need! Call 888-4GW-DOCS to schedule a Virtual Health appointment or in-office visit for services not listed above.

As we move forward, Virtual Health is just another way George Washington University Hospital is here for you.
Safe. Trusted. Ready.