Long Distance Homeopathic Treatment Via Skype or Telephone Homeopathic treatment can be successfully conducted via Skype or telephone. If you are not familiar with Skype, it is a high speed internet-based video conferencing tool. As of this writing, Skype is free and can be accessed at skype.com. In order to use Skype, you must have either a built-in webcam on your computer or you must purchase a low or moderately priced webcam. The cost generally ranges from $35-$70 depending on quality. In addition, Skype also requires high-speed internet service. Once your Skype account is set up, both parties can see and talk to each other almost as if in the same room. The audio and video quality of Skype is typically very good and can approximate a regular in-office visit. Conducting homeopathy by telephone is also a workable solution. Skype tends to be a better choice for the treatment of young children, particularly those with autistic issues or who are not so articulate. The visual cues can be helpful in finding a more precise prescription. Homeopathy can be conducted by telephone or Skype successfully because of the nature of the homeopathic consultation. Most of the needed information to find a good prescription and provide patient management is done through conversation. If you’re wondering why it should be necessary to conduct homeopathic consultations over the phone or with Skype, it is because there is a shortage of qualified homeopaths available. In my seven years of experience of doing long-distance phone homeopathy, the success approximates what I see with local in-office patients. The success rate with children is often better with the use of Skype. Thanks to the telephone and the internet, it is now possible for families to get good homeopathic care even though they don’t have a local homeopath. return to home page