There are times finding the right doctor can be tricky. Whether you are looking for general healthcare maintenance, or you require care for a specific health condition, it is important that you get the right physician and at the most convenient health institution.

While finding the answers to these questions can be stressful, especially when you our your loved ones are already not feeling well, the problem is half solved if you own a smartphone.

These days, consultation with a medic over the phone is almost routine and smartphone apps are even taking matters to unprecedented levels.

A fast growing number of smartphone apps are now available to make medical consultation less intimidating and easier to navigate. If you own an iPhone, iPad or Android powered smartphone or Internet Tablet, access to all the health care you need may be at your fingertips. Just download, install and activate free of charge. Note that some developers may charge a fee for certain services.

Doctor On Demand

How many times have you required the services of a doctor, but you don’t have time to actually see one in person? Enter Doctor On Demand, a free-to-download/subscription-fee-free app that enables you to video chat with a doctor. Doctors are able to diagnose, treat and prescribe certain medications.

HealthTap

Through HealthTap, you can get a free, quick answer to your medical question — from a real doctor. The app provides information on other doctor-recommended apps and can help you find a doctor in your area. For a fee, you can send private, direct messages to doctors.

These apps are available for free download for iPhone and Android devices..