How Does Telehealth Expand Healthcare Access for LGBTQ Patients?

For LGBTQ patients, telehealth provides more than just convenience. It increases access to care for those who may be unable to access safe and affirming care locally. Many LGBTQ patients have faced discrimination or stigma in their healthcare experiences. Virtual care solutions can offer a lifeline to patients who may otherwise be unable to access the healthcare services they need safely and comfortably.
Dr. Jerrica Kirkley is co-founder and chief medical officer of Plume, a virtual care service that offers gender-affirming hormone therapy. She says the company was created in response to the…