Rite Aid, HealthSpot launch Telehealth stations in 25 Ohio pharmacies

Rite Aid, one of the leading drugstore chains in the U.S., and HealthSpot, an innovator in provider- and patient-driven health care technology, said on Monday that they have opened the first Telehealth stations in Ohio.

Telehealth stations are HealthSpot stations, which have been placed inside 25 Rite Aid pharmacies in Dayton, Springfield, Akron, Canton and Cleveland.

These stations will allow customers to have convenient access to a wide range of quality health care services, such as pediatric care.

"The opening of the first HealthSpot stations inside select Rite Aid pharmacies in Ohio is another step in our transformation into a retail health care company," Robert Thompson, Rite Aid executive vice president of pharmacies, said. "This first-of-its-kind model pairs licensed health care providers with state-of-the-art technology to deliver a truly unique solution to consumers looking for convenient and quality health care. We are excited to be bringing such an innovative concept to market and look forward to introducing our customers to HealthSpot."

"Telehealth is a key driver in the revolution of our health care delivery system. HealthSpot brings together a set of unique technologies, devices and local health care providers to create a one-of-a-kind health care experience," Steve Cashman, HealthSpot's CEO, said. "We are thrilled to be working with Rite Aid to pilot this new health care model as the first retail clinic truly integrated with local health systems to expand access to affordable and convenient health care in Ohio."