Skincare Amid Shelter-in-Place Rules: A FaceTime Solution
Tele-medicine, the wave of the future.
It is hard to put doctors’ visits first when we are being told to shelter-in-place. All over the country, we are being told to stay put. That doesn't mean our skincare has to suffer, however.
At Khosla Dermatology, we offer tele-dermatology to ensure access to skincare services needed during this unprecedented time.
What is Tele-Dermatology?
Tele-dermatology is a form of tele-health. It allows tele-communications to be used in order to replace a traditional in-office visit. Around the country, tele-health is growing rapidly as people want fast and convenient ways to address their medical concerns.
Tele-health is particularly useful during a difficult time like this when shelter-in-place restrictions are in place. While more cities are encouraging people to not go out, there is still a need for healthcare.
Tele-dermatology offers a safe option to speak with your doctor. Thanks to FaceTime and other networking options, you can use your mobile device's camera and speaker to communicate with your doctor. This way, you can address your skincare concerns without risking exposure to COVID-19 and other viruses.
What Skin Conditions Can Be Treated with Tele-Dermatology?
With tele-dermatology, you can have all sorts of skin concerns addressed:
Acne
Rosacea
Contact dermatitis
Eczema
Psoriasis
Hives
Age Spots
Folliculitis
The list goes on and on. Some of these dermatological issues can be extremely uncomfortable. During a tele-health consultation, you can show skin lesions to, and speak to a board-certified dermatologist. You are able to discuss symptoms, their severity, and how long they have been occurring.
Once your dermatologist has seen and heard from you, she can make a diagnosis. With a diagnosis in place, you and she can discuss various solutions. In some instances, it may be necessary for you to get a prescription. Even with shelter-in-place rules, you can still get a prescription. They can be ordered and delivered right to your door.
While tele-health cannot provide certain cosmetic and surgical procedures, it can be used as a way to learn about various procedures. You may want to explore treating age spots, boosting your collagen production, or treatment of wrinkles and fine lines. Consultations for fillers and neurotoxins can be conducted using tele-dermatology appointments.
How is Tele-health A Game-Changer?
Without tele-health, you may be limited to home remedies, or over-the-counter medicines that may not be working. Tele-health may be the solution. Tele-health has been in place for years, often used by the elderly and for others who simply cannot leave the house with ease.
Now, with shelter-in-place rules all throughout California, it can be a way for you to get medical care without leaving your home.
There are several reasons why you might need a dermatologist during this time:
Skin lesions concerning for cancer
Rash flare-up’s
Stress-related rashes
Acne breakouts
Infections
Just as every other industry is figuring out how to get you what you need online, your doctors are doing the same. At Khosla Dermatology, we're here to introduce you to our tele-dermatology services so you can prioritize your skincare!
How can I get an appointment?
Getting an appointment is easy. Even if where you live has a curfew in place, you can still make an appointment with a board-certified dermatologist. It allows you to have various concerns addressed – and prescriptions can be sent to you.
We'll set a time that's convenient for you. As long as you have a tablet, smartphone, or laptop with a camera on it, we'll be able to conduct your appointment using FaceTime.
Call us at Khosla Dermatology today to schedule your tele-dermatology visit. We'll be able to see you as though you're in the room with us and provide you with the medical and cosmetic support you need.