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20.10.2022 | COVID-19 | Teledermatology (D Oh, Section Editor)

Teledermatology in Rural, Underserved, and Isolated Environments: A Review

verfasst von: Sonya Ahuja, Shanelle Mariah Briggs, Sigrid Marie Collier

Erschienen in: Current Dermatology Reports | Ausgabe 4/2022

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

Summarize the current evidence for teledermatology in rural, underserved, and isolated environments including its use during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Recent Findings

Teledermatology is a reliable and cost-effective tool that can reduce face-to-face visits and improve the timeliness of care for medically underserved populations. Recent studies have shown many additional benefits of teledermatology, including improving patients’ health outcomes and increasing local providers’ knowledge of dermatologic conditions. Despite these benefits, many low-income and rural populations lack access to digital technology and high-speed internet, limiting the reach of telemedical services.

Summary

Overall, barriers in access to care are unique across the globe, and thus teledermatology interventions should address and adapt to the needs of the local patient population. Certain strategies, such as implementing simple, SF models, using standardized TD consult templets, and providing real-time information technology support could potentially mitigate disparities and improve the effectiveness of TD programs in underserved areas.

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Titel: Teledermatology in Rural, Underserved, and Isolated Environments: A Review
verfasst von: Sonya Ahuja
Shanelle Mariah Briggs
Sigrid Marie Collier
Publikationsdatum: 20.10.2022
Verlag: Springer US
Schlagwort: COVID-19
Erschienen in: Current Dermatology Reports / Ausgabe 4/2022
Elektronische ISSN: 2162-4933
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13671-022-00377-2

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