Benefits of e-Consults
E-consults, also known as electronic consults, virtual consults, or telemedicine/teledermatology consults, offer a quicker, more convenient alternative to traditional in-person visits, without compromising on accuracy. Numerous studies have shown that e-consults provide diagnostic accuracy on par with face-to-face visits, while significantly reducing wait times, enhancing privacy, and offering added convenience (1-4). In fact, 78% of patients prefer e-consults over in-person visits for their efficiency and time-saving benefits (2).
One key advantage of e-consults is their potential to reduce the number of in-person appointments required for treatment. Patients referred after a teledermatology consult often need fewer appointments and receive effective treatment in a single dermatology visit (3). While there may be limitations to remote therapies, rest assured that your dermatologist can expedite an in-office treatment if necessary*, where we accept insurance.
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Levin YS, Warshaw EM. Teledermatology: A Review of Reliability and Accuracy of Diagnosis and Management. Dermatol Clin. 2009;27(2):163-176.
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Harrison PV, Kirby B, Dickinson Y, Schofield. Teledermatology—high technology or not?. J Telemed Telecare. 1998;4:31–32.
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Morton CA , Downie F, Auld S, et al. Community photo-triage for skin cancer referrals: an aid to service delivery. Clin Exp Dermatol. 2011;36(3):248- 254.
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Spinks J, Janda M, Soyer HP, Whitty JA. Consumer preferences for teledermoscopy screening to detect melanoma early. J Telemed Telecare. 2016;22(1):39-46.
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*Currently only available in Massachusetts.
Modernizing dermatology, without sacrificing quality or convenience
DermHub was created to enhance access to top-tier dermatologic care by leveraging widely available smartphone technology. Our founder, Bill Fawaz, MD, is an academic dermatologist at Boston University School of Medicine with a wealth of experience in e-consults. Together with Dr. Jag Bhawan and Dr. Rhoda Alani, the DermHub team has provided care to more than 6,000 patients through the e-consult service at Boston Medical Center to date.
Personalized prescriptions, not standardized subscriptions
Unlike other online skincare companies that offer one-size-fits-all solutions, DermHub provides personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific condition and needs. We prioritize clinical expertise over preset treatment algorithms, ensuring you receive the same individualized, considerate care you would typically expect from an in-person dermatology visit.
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