Winter brings shorter days, colder temperatures and an uptick in seasonal illnesses like the flu and colds. Managing your health care during this season can be challenging, but online scheduling tools make it easier than ever. Here are six ways online scheduling can help keep your winter worry-free.
1. Quickly find the right provider.
If you need to see more than one specialist during the winter months, online scheduling helps streamline the process. Northside offers online scheduling across every specialty. At Northside.com, you can browse different providers, appointment types and availability in just a few clicks, without long hold times or phone tag.
2. Minimize exposure to germs.
Crowded waiting rooms can be a hotspot for winter illnesses. With online scheduling, you can book appointments in advance and reduce the time you spend in the office.
Northside Hospital Urgent Care locations also allow you to view current wait times and save your spot before you arrive — helping you avoid unnecessary exposure during cold and flu season.
3. Stay flexible when winter weather changes plans.
Georgia’s winter weather can be unpredictable, and icy roads or sudden temperature drops can make getting to appointments difficult.
Online platforms like Northside’s MyOneChart make it easy to confirm, cancel or reschedule appointments as conditions change. This flexibility helps keep your care on track.
4. Take advantage of greater appointment availability.
Many practices actually have more appointment openings during the winter months. Around the holidays, patients often travel or postpone care, leaving more flexibility in the schedule for those who book early online.
Online scheduling makes it easy to spot these openings, choose a time that works best for you, and start the New Year off healthy and up to date on your care.
Don’t see an appointment that fits your needs? Call the office. Many Northside practices offer same-day or next-day appointments.
5. Get helpful reminders and complete forms in advance.
Text and email reminders make it easier to remember appointments during the busy winter season. Many practices also let you complete intake forms online, helping your visit run more smoothly and giving you more time to focus on your health.
6. Manage your health information in one place.
Online patient portals such as MyOneChart give you easy access to:
- Recent lab results
- Radiology reports
- Current medications
- Allergy and immunization records
- Visit summaries and clinical notes
Having everything in one place helps you stay informed and engaged in your care all winter long.
Make winter health simple with online scheduling.
Online scheduling isn’t just convenient — it’s especially valuable during the winter months.
Use online scheduling this season to stay on top of your health and start the New Year feeling your best.
