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VA Telehealth Transforms Arthritis Care

A doctor viewing an x-ray while video calling an older man.

One in three Veterans has arthritis, which can be especially challenging to manage. VA’s TeleRheumatology program, available in certain areas, gives Veterans a more convenient and comfortable way to receive world-class rheumatic care.

TeleRheumatology utilizes telehealth tools, enabling Veterans to meet with their VA rheumatologist using VA Video Connect and manage VA prescriptions and schedule appointments with My HealtheVet on VA.gov

Read more on VA News.