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Published in: Current Dermatology Reports 4/2023

10-10-2023 | Skin Cancer | REVIEW

The Role of Dermoscopy in Provider-to-Provider Store-and-Forward Dermatology eConsults: A Scoping Review of the Recent Literature

Authors: Zhuoqing S. Gellatly, Imene B. Lagha, Niels Kvorning Ternov, Elizabeth Berry, Kelly C. Nelson, Elizabeth V. Seiverling

Published in: Current Dermatology Reports | Issue 4/2023

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

This scoping review maps recent literature on dermatology provider-to-provider asynchronous store-and-forward (SAF) electronic consult (eConsult) platforms with dermoscopy. It offers a descriptive overview, highlighting benefits and challenges.

Recent Findings

Incorporating dermoscopy into SAF eConsults improves diagnostic accuracy for benign and malignant skin neoplasms. Diagnostic and treatment concordance with traditional face-to-face (FTF) visits is high. SAF eConsults with dermoscopy enhance access to dermatological care by improving triage and reducing wait times for FTF visits. Pediatric patients benefit with improved evaluation of melanocytic and vascular growths. eConsult platforms with dermoscopy serve as a telementoring opportunity for clinicians interested in improving their dermoscopy skills.

Summary

Adding dermoscopy to SAF eConsults is valuable and results in improved diagnostic accuracy and reduced need for FTF visits. Implementation barriers can be overcome through collaboration between primary care and dermatology. Dermoscopy in SAF eConsults has significant potential for managing skin conditions and reducing the burden caused by unnecessary FTF visits and biopsies.
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Metadata
Title
The Role of Dermoscopy in Provider-to-Provider Store-and-Forward Dermatology eConsults: A Scoping Review of the Recent Literature
Authors
Zhuoqing S. Gellatly
Imene B. Lagha
Niels Kvorning Ternov
Elizabeth Berry
Kelly C. Nelson
Elizabeth V. Seiverling
Publication date
10-10-2023
Publisher
Springer US
Keyword
Skin Cancer
Published in
Current Dermatology Reports / Issue 4/2023
Electronic ISSN: 2162-4933
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s13671-023-00407-7

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