HiDoc launches telehealth mobile app

Singapore

A NEW telehealth startup has emerged with the backing of Singapore Medical Group (SMG), the Catalist-listed clinic operator. HiDoc, which is 80 per cent-owned by SMG, officially launched its telehealth mobile app on Thursday.

Its founders are SMG's Singapore managing director Christina Low and IT director Carolyn Goh, who are concurrently HiDoc's CEO and chief technology officer respectively. Dr Low declined to reveal how much SMG has invested in HiDoc.

For a flat consultation fee of S$120, users of HiDoc can consult medical specialists over video conferencing or a call. Alternatively, they can specify details about their condition and receive a report from the specialist within 24 hours. Users can also schedule i…