Medical technology start - up [UNK] has launched a telemedicine app enabling doctors to prescribe treatments for some conditions via text message . Users can be referred for services including urinary tract infection treatment , cold sore and acne management , HIV treatment and birth control provision . Once a prescription has been given , medication can be ordered via mail or purchased at a pharmacy . Payment is made through the app rather than via an insurer . HeyDoctor has an in - house medical team of doctors to evaluate patients ' needs through it may in future work with health systems .
Medical technology start-up HeyDoctor has launched a telemedicine app enabling doctors to prescribe treatments for some conditions via text message. Patients can be referred for services including urinary tract infection treatment, cold sore and acne management, HIV testing and birth control provision. Once a prescription has been given, medication can be ordered via mail or collected at a pharmacy. Payment is made through the app rather than via an insurer. HeyDoctor has an in-house medical team of doctors to evaluate patients' needs through it may in future work with health systems.