Factors Influencing Virtual and In-Patient Doctor Visits Preference Among Adults in Ijebu North Local Government Area, Nigeria

This study examined factors influencing the preference between virtual and inpatient doctor visits among adults in Ijebu North Local Government Area, Nigeria. A descriptive survey of 550 adults selected through multistage sampling was used. Four research questions and one hypothesis guided the study. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire and analysed using t-test, chi-square and regression. Findings showed that personality-based factors such as trust, privacy concerns, tech-savviness and self-efficacy, and demographic elements such as age, education and location, significantly influenced choices. The study recommended a hybrid model combining virtual and inpatient services.