Abstract
Skin cancerSkin cancer treatment is an arm of dermatologyDermatology that relies on accurate diagnosis and timely intervention. TeledermatologyTeledermatology has proven useful in many stages of skin cancer care from triage to diagnosis, management, and surgical consultation. With the addition of traditional dermoscopy and store-and-forwardStore-and-forwardtechnologyTechnology, high resolution images of suspicious skin lesions can be sent to consulting dermatologists all-over for an expedited follow-up process. Both live video conference and store-and-forward telemedicineTelemedicine styles have assisted in narrowing the care access gap between dermatologic providers and geographically isolated patients. TeledermatologyTeledermatology also exhibits diagnostic accuracyDiagnostic accuracy rates that are acceptable and, in many cases, comparable to that of face-to-face encounters, augmenting its robust clinical utility. TechnologiesTechnology such as artificial intelligenceArtificial intelligenceand reflectance confocal microscopyReflectance confocal microscopy continue to improve image quality and the potential for increased diagnostic accuracy of virtual dermatologic care. Considering its many advantages, teledermatologyTeledermatology serves as more of a valuable clinical tool than a comprehensive replacement for skin cancer treatment, especially for Mohs surgeryMohs surgery and procedural interventions that must take place in-person. Nonetheless, teledermatology’s role in advancing the workup of skin malignancies is gaining recognition within the dermatologic community and acquiring high approval rates amongst patients for its practicality and timely access to careAccess to care.