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Teledermatology Addressing Disparities in Health Care Access: a Review

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Purpose of Review

Dermatologists have been at the forefront of researching telemedicine to expand access to care. The current COVID-19 pandemic has prompted even greater expansion and implementation of teledermatology. This review discusses the research examining the potential impact of teledermatology addressing disparities in care.

Recent Findings

Teledermatology appears to increase access to dermatology given expanded means to deliver care. Specifically, recent studies have found increased access among Medicaid-insured, resource-poor urban and rural, and elderly populations. Teledermatology implementation also facilitates education among providers at different levels of training. Still, as some patients have inconsistent access to the required technology, increased reliance on telemedicine may also potentially increase disparities for some populations.

Summary

Teledermatology may serve to reduce disparities in health care access in many underserved and marginalized communities. Future research should continue to study implementation, especially given the expansion during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ultimately, teledermatology may play an important role in ensuring equitable care access for all.

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Maddukuri, S., Patel, J. & Lipoff, J.B. Teledermatology Addressing Disparities in Health Care Access: a Review. Curr Derm Rep 10, 40–47 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13671-021-00329-2

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