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# The Digital Doctor Is In: Healthcare Services You Can Access at Home

Sutter Health's Dr. Albert Chan explains how patients can get sound medical advice and take action from home using the health system's digital care services.

April 17, 2020 by Sutter Health

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Receiving sound medical advice is more important now than it’s ever been. Albert Chan, M.D., chief of digital patient experience at Sutter Health, shares how you can get advice and take action, all from your living room.

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