An e-consult is an asynchronous, typically remote, dialogue initiated by a primary care provider (PCP) seeking a specialist's expert opinion about a patient's condition.

What is an eConsult with your doctor?

An online consultation enables you to contact a GP or other health professional over the internet. It saves you waiting for an appointment or going to the GP surgery. You can tell your GP about your health using a smartphone, tablet or computer. ... Many GP surgeries use a questionnaire or an online form.

What is eConsult NHS?

eConsult is a way to contact your own NHS GP practice online, for free, anywhere and anytime you have access to the internet, quickly and safely. eConsult is easy to use and will give your doctors all the information they need to triage and make sure every patient gets the care they need.