Now Offering In-Person Telehealth Appointments
In-person telehealth. While this may seem like a contradiction, it’s actually a game-changer. Through in-person telehealth from Coryell Health, you can now connect with a board certified rheumatologist and neurologist right here in Gatesville.
At an in-person telehealth appointment, your primary care physician can collaborate with a board certified specialist in real time to make more informed and timely decisions surrounding your diagnosis and care.
In-Person Visit
- Face-to-face with provider
- Medical Staff available to assist
- May require follow-up or referrals
Telehealth Appointment
- Video call on a personal device
- You’re on your own
- May not be integrated with your regular care
In-Person Telehealth with Coryell Health
- Video call with a specialist supported by your primary care physician at Coryell Health
- A Coryell Health team member is there to assist and advocate for you
- Real-time collaboration between your primary care physician and a specialist
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does in-person telehealth mean?
A: In-person telehealth combines the convenience of a virtual appointment with the support of an in-person clinic visit. Your Coryell Health primary care physician and a specialist work together in real time to help decide the best plan for your care.
Q: How is this different from a telehealth appointment from home?
A: With in-person telehealth, you don’t need to worry about connection issues or setting up technology. Our trained staff will handle all setup and help communicate your medical history and concerns to the specialist.
Q: What specialties are available through this program?
A: Coryell Health’s in-person telehealth services provide you with access to a board certified rheumatologist and neurologist.
You may want to ask your primary care physician about seeing a rheumatologist if you’re experiencing:
- The swelling of joints
- Fatigue
- A rash
- Anemia
- Unexplained weight loss
You may want to ask your primary care physician about seeing a neurologist if you’re experiencing:
- Chronic headaches
- Memory loss
- Imbalance
- Dizziness
- Numbness and pain
Q: Will my insurance cover this?
A: Coryell Health’s in-person telehealth services accept Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare and other forms of insurance. Please call (254) 865-2166 for any questions you may have about your insurance and in-person telehealth services.
Q: How do I schedule an in-person telehealth appointment?
A: To schedule an in-person telehealth appointment at Coryell Health’s Gatesville clinic, please call (254) 865-2166.
Q: When are appointments available throughout the week?
A: Rheumatology appointments are available from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Mondays, and neurology appointments are available from 9 a.m. to noon on Fridays.
Q: Will someone be there with me during the appointment?
A: Your primary care physician will be with you during your appointment to support you and collaborate with the specialist to create the best care plan personalized to your needs.
Q: Where do I go for an in-person telehealth appointment?
A: Your in-person telehealth appointment will take place at Coryell Health’s Gatesville clinic in Building 2.
Meet the Doctors
Nilofar Syed, MD
Rheumatology
Dr. Nilofar Syed is a board certified rheumatologist who earned her medical degree at the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio. She completed her internship and residency training in internal medicine at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, and received advanced training through the Cleveland Clinic’s fellowship program in rheumatology. Dr. Syed served as an assistant professor at UT Southwestern Medical Center from 2014 to 2024 and has actively participated in patient care and education of medical students, residents and fellows. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Rheumatology and is an active member of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) and the Association of Women in Rheumatology (AWIR).
Nawal Shaikh, MD
Neurology
Dr. Nawal Shaikh is a board certified neurologist who earned her medical degree at the Surat Municipal Institute of Medical Education and Research in India. Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and the United Council of Neurologic Subspecialties, she joined the UT Southwestern faculty in 2022. She previously served as an assistant professor in the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s neurology department, where she also worked as a neurologist and neuro-oncologist. A prolific researcher, Dr. Shaikh is the principal investigator for multiple studies on brain tumors. She has published articles in peer-reviewed journals related to her areas of interest, with her most recent contribution being to the Handbook of Brain Tumor Chemotherapy, Molecular Therapeutics and Immunotherapy. Outside of work, Dr. Shaikh enjoys traveling, playing tennis, swimming, trying different cuisines, watching movies and listening to all kinds of music.
Call (254) 865-2166 to ask about scheduling your in-person telehealth appointment at Coryell Health’s Gatesville clinic today.