Planned Parenthood launches telehealth

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York has launched a virtual health care service to connect patients to trusted providers without requiring them to visit a health center.

Patients can now access a range of sexual and reproductive health services, including birth control, emergency contraception, trans/nonbinary hormone therapy, STI treatment, and more by secure video conferencing and telephone. New Yorkers can get the care they need while reducing exposure to the coronavirus by simply booking a virtual appointment at www.ppgreaterny.org or calling 1-800-230-PLAN.

As New York hospitals work to save the growing number of Covid-19 patients, PPGNY is partnering with state and local providers to treat patients who need vital sexual and reproductive health care. Now more than ever, New Yorkers must prioritize their health and proactively seek care so fewer people end up in emergency rooms overburdened with coronavirus patients.

“Even in uncertain times like this, we know that people’s sexual and reproductive health care can’t wait,” said Laura McQuade, president & CEO of Planned Parenthood of Greater New York. “Like everyone else in the nation, it is crucial that Planned Parenthood of Greater New York tackle challenges brought by the coronavirus with innovative solutions that protect and benefit our patients, staff, and communities.”

PPGNY has experienced a 60 percent increase in patient visits to PP Direct, Planned Parenthood’s health care app, in March.

For more information about connecting to PPGNY through telehealth call 1-800-230-PLAN or book a virtual appointment online at www.ppgreaterny.org.