We Workit together
Group follow up visits connect you with your community and your medical provider, all in one place.
Why connect in a group setting?
Group follow-up visits help support your recovery, make you feel heard, and keep you on track.
- Medication management — Get expert clinical answers about medication and hear the personal experiences from others receiving the same treatment.
- Coping tools — The behavioral health team provides guidance as you and your group members learn together.
- Peer support — Share your unique perspective to help others, get insights when you need them, and build a sense of community.
What do our members say?
“I really enjoy the group follow-up because it reminds me I’m not the only one going through this.”
“I was nervous about joining a group follow-up, but I’m glad I did. It felt good to be around other people who get it.”
“Group visits let you know there are other people in different stages of sobriety, and we’re there to inspire each other, and help each other realize recovery is possible!”
Member reviews anonymized to protect thir privacy.
The answers you're looking for
What is a group follow-up or Shared Medical Appointment?
A Shared Medical Appointment (SMA) or group follow-up appointment is video visit that you attend with other Workit Health members, led by a medical provider and a behavioral health team member.
The appointment will cover how everyone’s medication is working, how your journeys are progressing, and offer additional support from Workit Health’s behavioral health team.
What are the benefits of group follow-up appointments?
Group follow-ups bring together three things that help you toward your recovery goals:
- clinical care (including medication management) that is evidence-based and effective
- support from the behavioral health team, who help you develop coping tools
- a sense of connection and community with your fellow Workit Health members
These components have been shown to help people stay in treatment and in recovery, redcuing te risk of relapse. The group setting can also provide additional points of view, and help members feel empowered to speak up.
What is the difference between this and Workit Health’s recovery groups?
Workit Health’s peer- and counselor-led recovery groups are spaces for members to process emotions, learn about substance use disorders, and develop coping skills. These recovery groups usually have a topic or theme, like grief, meditation, or celebrating milestones.
While group follow-ups include behavioral health support, you and your fellow members will also follow up with your medical provider. Hear from other members about their medical treatment, experience, and side effects, and ask your provider medical questions. You’ll also be able to receive prescriptions after the appointment, as clinically appropriate
How is member privacy protected?
Members are required to agree to Group Rules, and staff verify the identity of each member at the beginning of the group. You need to turn your camera on so that your identity can be verified.
The basics of group follow-ups
A different type of follow-up
This innovative type of visit offers notable benefits:
Connection
Gain a supportive network of peers on a similar recovery path, and learn from each other’s experiences
Support
Learn more about your medications, practical skills for recovery, and the science behind your care
Accessibility
Enjoy greater flexibility in rescheduling appointments, as you can join an already-scheduled SMA
"Shared Medical Appointments are an excellent opportunity for members to connect and learn from one another on what can be a lonely journey."
Dr. Justin Coffey
Workit Health Chief Medical Officer
