Samsung has partnered with virtual primary care provider HealthTap to bring primary care capabilities to Samsung Smart TVs.
Through the partnership, Samsung Smart TV users can connect to HealthTap's healthcare platform and visit with a physician of their choice through the built-in video camera on their television, according to an Oct. 13 press release shared with Becker's.
Users can also review physician bios, credentials and video interviews so that they can select a physician that best matches their preferences and schedule.
"This collaboration represents the joining of two powerful and loyal consumer brands: Samsung, the leader in consumer electronics and innovations, and HealthTap, a beloved, consumer-centric virtual care platform, to improve healthcare access and health outcomes through the delivery of telemedicine in Samsung devices," said Sean Park, project management at Samsung.