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RESEARCH LETTERS
Patient Perceptions About a Novel Form of Patient-Assisted Teledermatology
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Most teledermatology systems involve a general practitioner (GP) serving as intermediary between patient and dermatologist.1-2 In view of increasing patient empowerment and interest in telehealth, we conducted a pilot study to examine a teledermatology service in which the patients were the main information providers and receivers.3 This article describes patient perceptions of "patient-assisted" teledermatology.
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We included in our study all patients who (1) were routinely and nonurgently referred by their GP to a dermatologist; (2) were able to provide electronic images of their skin disorder; and (3) were able to fill out forms on the Internet, with or without help. Patients filled out and submitted a structured form via the study Web site, attaching up to 4 images. A teledermatologist replied within 1 working day via the same Web site, providing a diagnosis and advice directly to the patient. Within 2 days of filling out the forms, all patients visited . . . [Full Text of this Article] Results
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AUTHOR INFORMATION
Nina Eminovi , MsC;
Leonard Witkamp, PhD, MD;
Nicolette F. de Keizer, PhD;
Jeremy C. Wyatt, DM, FRCP, F(ACMI)
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