Study assesses performance of direct-to-consumer teledermatology services
A study that used fake patients to assess the performance of direct-to-consumer teledermatology websites suggests that incorrect diagnoses were made, treatment recommendations sometimes contradicted guidelines, and prescriptions frequently lacked disclosure about possible adverse effects and pregnancy risks, according to an article. In the US, direct-to-consumer teledermatology (DTC) is rapidly expanding and large DTC services are […]
