LAURINBURG — To keep itspatients safe, Scotland Physicians Network has implemented an option of “Virtual Visits” in addition to the telephone visits which are already taking place. The addition of virtual capability will create convenience and access to our primary care and specialty care clinics. Scotland is taking every approach available to offer convenient care for our patients as we continue to social distance and create multiple ways for patients to have access to their doctor without having to make an in person visit.

Virtual Visits will be available during regular business hours.

The Virtual Visits will provide live access to a provider through a camera-enabled tablet, smart phone or computer. Visits require an appointment and those will be made by calling the SPN practice. Prescriptions and refills can also be given through Virtual Visits at the discretion of the provider. Virtual Visits will also be offered by both of Scotland’s Urgent Care practices in Laurinburg and Bennettsville, South Carolina.

Participating practices include: Carolinas Vascular Associates, Harris Family Practice, Laurinburg ENT, Marlboro Family Practice and Urgent Care, Marlboro Ob/Gyn, Marlboro Surgical Associates, Maxton Family Practice Center, Pembroke Family Practice Center, Scotland Surgical and GI, Scotland Urgent Care Center, Wagram Family Practice, Wolonick Family Practice, Women’s Health Center of the Carolinas at Laurinburg and Women’s Health Center of the Carolinas at Pembroke.

Scotland’s patient portal, MyScotlandHealth, is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week for patients. MyScotlandHealth is a safe and secure online program offered by Scotland Health Care System that enables patients to manage their health care by accessing lab results, exchanging messages with your doctor or refilling prescriptions in one convenient location.

To receive an access code, visit myscotlandhealth.org and select sign up now. You will enter your information and will receive an activation email within 48 hours. After completing your registration, you will have access to many benefits MyScotlandHealth has to offer — invluding view lab results and test results, refilling prescriptions and messaging your care team.

MyScotlandHealth will be accessible by computer or by downloading the MyChart app on your Apple or Android device and selecting Scotland Health Care System. Our support team for MyScotlandHealth will be available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. by calling 910-291-7507.