Welcome to the world of teledermatology.
advisories, some dermatologists in private practice have also shuttered their doors to non-emergency appointments. With physical offices closed, doctors are turning to virtual visits as a means of treating patients from afar. For dermatologists and their patients, the push toward"With COVID-19 spreading widely in the U.S.
, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. While some aspects are on hold — more on that below — there are still plenty of ways for a dermatologist to treat you via phone.The number of in-person appointments has dropped dramatically. "As of a week or two ago, we went to only urgent and acute cases across the board for all specialties," says Adam Friedman, professor and interim chair of dermatology at George Washington School of Medicine & Health Sciences.
The availability of dermatologists in your area will vary based on your state and your provider. While most of the dermatologists we spoke to are offering at least some telemedical services, others have decided to close entirely as the COVID-19 situation develops.After connecting to your provider via a proprietary platform like eVisit or an everyday service like FaceTime or Skype, they will likely ask you the same intake questions as you'd hear during a regular visit.
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