By Cynthia Grau/WJEZ News

Beginning earlier this week, OSF HealthCare is offering OSF OnCall, 24/7 online access to medical care. This program is described as ideal for minor complaints, as patients with more serious issues will be referred to either an OSF PromptCare or emergency department.

Advantages to the program include the lack of appointments required, patients can use the pharmacy of their choice and medical records from the visit are shared with the patient’s primary care provider.

OSF OnCall is the result of a partnership with Carena, Inc., a leader in helping health systems deliver new ways to access health care.

For more information, visit osfhealthcare.org.