To ensure Veterans receive the dermatology care they need, when they need it, many VA clinics use image capturing and telehealth to consult with specialists at other VA facilities. For instance, most clinics that are part of the VA Lebanon Healthcare System in Pennsylvania, now offer same-day access to TeleDermatology.
Here’s how TeleDermatology works in the VA Lebanon Healthcare System:
- Veterans can connect with a VA dermatologist, regardless of location, and receive an evaluation at a nearby facility.
- At the facility, a trained telehealth clinical technician captures images of the skin and sends them to the board-certified dermatologist for review.
- The dermatologist often reviews the images within 24 hours of submission and provides a diagnosis and treatment recommendations. If an in-person follow-up is needed, the Lebanon team can initiate treatment beforehand, making the visit more productive.
Whether Veterans are concerned about a rash or a lesion that won’t heal, TeleDermatology offers them access to quality care when and where they need it.
