Is Virtual ER a real emergency room?

Virtual ER is the telemedicine arm of a fully equipped, 24/7 physical emergency room in Bellaire, Texas. Our physicians are board-certified emergency medicine doctors with the full resources of a real ER behind every visit.

Dr. Mario Quintanilla, MD
Medically reviewed byDr. Mario Quintanilla, MDChief Medical Director, Bellaire ERLast reviewed: July 2026

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Virtual ER is operated by the same medical group that runs Bellaire ER, a licensed, freestanding emergency room at 5306 Bellaire Blvd, Bellaire, TX 77401. Our physicians hold board certifications in emergency medicine, family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, psychiatry, dermatology, and cardiology. The telemedicine platform extends the reach of our physical ER, allowing us to treat patients remotely for conditions that do not require in-person examination. When in-person care is needed, we provide seamless escalation.

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  1. Share your symptoms and basic info ~2 min
  2. Connect with a doctor via video 10-20 min
  3. Get a prescription or care plan

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