Physician-Led Telehealth — Now Serving All of California
From Los Angeles to San Francisco, access Dr. Goel's functional medicine expertise through secure, HIPAA-compliant video visits.
Why California Patients Choose Us
Expert care from a physician who understands functional medicine — now available to all of California.
Established Practice, Not a Startup
Prime Vitality is a brick-and-mortar clinic in San Antonio with proven outcomes — not another telehealth startup that appeared overnight. Real staff. Real office. Real results.
Physician-Led, Always
Every visit, every protocol, every decision is made by Dr. Goel — a triple board-certified physician. No NPs, no PAs, no mid-level handoffs. Your doctor is your doctor.
Root-Cause Approach
We don't mask symptoms with prescriptions. Dr. Goel's functional medicine training means we investigate WHY you feel the way you do — and address the underlying cause.
500+ Five-Star Reviews
Patients across the country trust Dr. Goel. America's Best Doctor 2025, Texas Top Physician 2023–2024, and WebMD Top Doc 2025. The results speak for themselves.
What We Treat via Telehealth
Comprehensive care delivered virtually — with the same rigor and personalization as an in-office visit at our San Antonio clinic.
Hormone Therapy
Bioidentical hormone optimization for men and women. TRT, estrogen, progesterone, DHEA, and thyroid — all managed by Dr. Goel with regular lab monitoring.
Weight Loss
Physician-supervised weight loss including GLP-1 medications (semaglutide, tirzepatide), metabolic optimization, and ongoing accountability — shipped to your California address.
Functional Medicine
Comprehensive root-cause evaluations for fatigue, brain fog, gut issues, autoimmunity, and chronic inflammation. Advanced labs interpreted by a board-certified functional medicine physician.
Men's Health
Testosterone optimization, sexual health, performance enhancement, and longevity protocols. Dr. Goel specializes in helping men reclaim their edge at any age.
Women's Health
Perimenopause, menopause, PCOS, thyroid disorders, and hormonal imbalances. Personalized bioidentical hormone protocols designed for your unique physiology.
Peptide Therapy
Cutting-edge peptide protocols for healing, recovery, anti-aging, and performance. BPC-157, PT-141, CJC/Ipamorelin, and more — prescribed and monitored by Dr. Goel.
California Cities We Serve
No matter where you are in the Golden State, Dr. Goel's practice is just a video call away.
Los Angeles
San Francisco
San Diego
Sacramento
San Jose
Fresno
Oakland
Long Beach
Irvine
Bakersfield
Serving all of California virtually — no geographic restrictions.
How It Works
From booking to treatment, your entire experience is designed for convenience — without sacrificing quality.
Book Online
Schedule your telehealth visit through our online portal. Choose a time that works for you — including evenings and weekends. Same-day appointments often available.
Lab Work
Visit any Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp location in California. We send your lab orders electronically. Results come directly to Dr. Goel for review before your visit.
Video Consultation
Meet Dr. Goel face-to-face via secure, HIPAA-compliant video. He reviews your labs, discusses your symptoms and goals, and builds a personalized treatment protocol.
Treatment & Follow-Up
Prescriptions are sent to a California pharmacy or shipped directly to your door. Ongoing monitoring with regular lab checks and follow-up visits to optimize your results.
California Telehealth Compliance
Your care meets every California regulatory requirement. Transparency builds trust — here's how we stay compliant.
California Licensed Physician
Dr. Goel holds an active California medical license as required by the Telehealth Advancement Act of 2011 (AB 415), permitting him to treat patients throughout the state.
Informed Consent per AB 809
Before every telehealth visit, we obtain informed consent (verbal or written) as required by California AB 809 (2015), ensuring you understand your rights and the nature of your virtual care.
Same Standard of Care
California law requires the same standard of care for telehealth and in-person visits. Dr. Goel applies identical clinical rigor to every virtual consultation — no shortcuts.
HIPAA-Compliant Platform
All video visits are conducted over an encrypted, HIPAA-compliant platform. Your health information is protected with enterprise-grade security at every step.
“I tried three different telehealth services before finding Dr. Goel — they all felt like prescription mills. Five-minute calls, no labs, no follow-up. Dr. Goel's approach was completely different. He ordered thorough labs, spent 40 minutes reviewing everything with me, built a personalized protocol, and actually follows up. For the first time in years, I feel like myself again.”
Los Angeles, California • Telehealth Patient
Telehealth Appointment Guide: Booking, Labs & Video Visits
No hidden fees. No surprise bills. Straightforward pricing for California telehealth patients.
Free Consultation
No obligation, no pressure
- 15-min call with Dr. Goel
- Symptom evaluation
- Treatment recommendation
- Via secure video call
Telehealth Membership
All-inclusive monthly care
- Medication included
- Quarterly lab panels
- Physician video follow-ups
- Dose adjustments as needed
- Meds shipped to your CA address
Single Telehealth Visit
One-time consultation
- 45-min video visit with Dr. Goel
- Comprehensive lab review
- Personalized treatment plan
- Prescriptions sent to CA pharmacy
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything California patients need to know about telehealth with Prime Vitality Care.
California law requires any physician treating patients in California via telehealth to hold an active California medical license. Dr. Goel is fully licensed in California, so you receive legally compliant care that meets all state requirements under the Telehealth Advancement Act of 2011 (AB 415).
Yes. Dr. Shiv Goel holds an active medical license in California. He is triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Aesthetic Medicine. He has been recognized as America's Best Doctor 2025, Texas Top Physician 2023–2024, and WebMD Top Doc 2025.
Yes. California permits prescribing through telehealth, including hormone therapies. DEA flexibilities through 2026 allow controlled substance prescribing via telehealth without requiring an in-person visit first. Dr. Goel can prescribe testosterone, bioidentical hormones, and other medications during your video visit.
No. Under current DEA telehealth flexibilities (extended through 2026) and California telehealth laws, your first visit can be conducted entirely via video. Dr. Goel can evaluate you, order labs, and initiate treatment without an in-person appointment.
We send electronic lab orders to Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp — both have hundreds of locations across California. Simply walk in at your convenience. If you prefer, we can also arrange a mobile phlebotomist to draw your labs at home or at your office.
Prime Vitality Care operates on a direct-pay model — we do not accept Medi-Cal or private insurance. This allows Dr. Goel to spend the time needed with each patient without insurance restrictions dictating your care. Our transparent pricing ensures no surprise bills, and many patients find our membership more affordable than high-deductible insurance plans.
We serve all of California via telehealth — there are no geographic restrictions. Whether you're in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento, San Jose, Fresno, Oakland, Long Beach, Irvine, Bakersfield, or any rural community in between, you have full access to Dr. Goel's services.
Prescriptions are sent electronically to our partner pharmacy and shipped directly to your California address, typically within 3–5 business days. For certain medications, we can also send prescriptions to your local California pharmacy for convenient pickup. All shipping is discreet and temperature-controlled when required.
We Also Serve
We have Qualified physicians licensed in multiple states. Find your state-specific telehealth page below.