A method for permitting a real-time virtual medical examination using a patient device and at least one diagnostic device can include collecting diagnostic data； generating a signal； transmitting the signal； transmitting patient diagnostic information and patient identification data from the patient device over a network； storing information； and establishing a video conferencing session. An apparatus for receiving a real-time virtual medical examination using at least one diagnostic device can include a memory and at least one processor configured to execute instructions stored in the memory.
