I remember the days of fevers, runny noses, and big crocodile tears as my infant looked at me helplessly and couldn’t vocalize what was wrong. Calling the doctor, hoping they could fit me in, and sitting in a waiting room trying not to catch any more germs are days that I don’t look back on fondly. Thankfully, parents no longer need to go through this cycle when a child is sick. With TytoCare at-home medical device, you can do the full exam from the comfort of your home, chat with a live doctor, or e-mail the exam to your own pediatrician.
What exactly is TytoCare?
TytoCare is a handheld exam kit that connects you with doctors for on-demand medical exams from the comfort of home. Exams can also be done and e-mailed to your primary care doctor.
How does it work?
The TytoCare kit comes with everything you need to complete an exam from home. I practiced on my son with the kit and I was able to capture his vital signs like heart rate, ear exam, and temperature. All the information gets sent to the physician who can examine the data you’ve captured, diagnose, and write prescriptions as needed.
My son had chronic ear infections during his infancy that eventually required tubes. We were in the doctor’s office almost monthly during those first years. This kit would have provided me great peace of mind and convenience, which is why I’m recommending it to you!
Simply download the app and the device will connect to your WiFi and walk you through the whole process. I am not a tech guru, so I was impressed with the ease of set up and use. The device will pair with your phone and walk you through the whole process. You can even do exams on yourself!
Why use TytoCare?
Convenience is at the top of my list! Even when we aren’t in a pandemic and trying to avoid waiting rooms and Urgent Cares, having the option to get care from your living room makes mom life so much easier. No need to hire a sitter for the other kids, juggle schedules, or sit in germy waiting rooms. Simply pull out TytoCare and begin the exam (which takes less than 10 minutes to complete, and your child can get back to resting).
Is it worth the investment?
The device cost is $299, which can be a high price point for a lot of parents. If I look back at our costs for Urgent Care trips though, just one trip has run me between $200-$400. Here in California a live visit from a TytoCare affiliated physician is only $49 (you can also send your recorded exam to your primary care provider). No hidden costs. No bills showing up from each separate doctor that visited your room. If you have a Flexible Spending Account, it can be used to purchase the TytoCare Device and exams and virtual visits are often covered by insurance, so check with your provider or insurance company to find out if telehealth visits are covered by your plan.
What’s included in a TytoCare kit?
- TytoCare Device with Exam Camera and Thermometer
- Otoscope adaptor for examining the ears
- Stethoscope adaptor for heart and lung sounds
- Tongue depressor adaptor for the throat
- A guide on how to use the TytoCare App for conducting guided exams with your doctor
Telehealth is the new direction in health care, bringing parents convenience and peace of mind when someone in their family gets sick. The TytoCare platform is HIPAA-compliant, protecting all your private information.
Invest in your health. Check out TytoCare for your family today!
Sponsored by TytoCare. All opinions in the review are 100% my own.
