Teledermatology.
Clear photos, a clearer plan.

Teledermatology is dermatology care delivered at a distance. Photographs of the affected skin and information about the condition are shared securely with a dermatologist or skin specialist, who reviews them and can then give advice, arrange treatment or tests, or recommend a face-to-face appointment. It can use photos reviewed later, a live video consultation, or both.

Teledermatology services usually combine a clinical history with photographs of the skin. A typical set shows where the area is on the body, plus one or two close-up views. For a lump or growth, a dermatoscope that magnifies the skin may be used, and a widespread rash may need more photos. The specialist then gives a diagnosis or advice, or arranges a clinic visit, a biopsy or other tests.

The dermatologist reviews the history alongside well-lit, in-focus photos: a view showing where the area is, one with nearby unaffected skin and a close-up, often with a ruler or coin for size. Clinicians may add a questionnaire such as the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI), which asks how skin affects daily life, and may record skin type with the Fitzpatrick scale, a classification of how skin reacts to sun.

Teledermatology works best for visible skin, hair and nail concerns, such as rashes, acne, eczema, psoriasis and spots a person would like a dermatologist to look at. It may not suit intimate areas, or skin that is hard to photograph because of body hair, tattoos or scars. Depending on the condition, the photo quality or the information provided, the dermatologist may ask to see someone in person.

Not always. Store-and-forward teledermatology sends photos and a written history for a dermatologist to review later, so no live appointment is needed. Live video teledermatology brings the patient and dermatologist together in real time, which allows immediate questions and answers. Services may use one approach, the other, or a combination, depending on the condition and the local service.

Virtual dermatology can support many steps, including history taking, photo review, advice, follow-up and ongoing care for long-term skin conditions. It cannot replace every visit. A spot that needs a closer examination, a biopsy or skin surgery, or photos that are not clear enough, will usually mean an in-person appointment. The dermatologist decides which steps are suitable for remote care.

WeGuide brings intake forms, in-app photo capture or upload, photo guidance, messaging and video consults where offered into a journey the dermatology team configures. The dermatologist assesses and decides. WeGuide is not for emergencies: a rapidly changing or bleeding lesion, or a sudden widespread rash, especially if you feel unwell, needs prompt in-person care from your clinician or local emergency services.

The dermatologist explains what they found and agrees a plan, which may include skin care, treatment, tests, a clinic visit or a follow-up date. They may ask for new photos over time to see how the skin is responding. WeGuide keeps the agreed plan and advice in the app to come back to, with reminders for follow-up photos and check-ins as configured by the care team.

Contact WeGuide to discuss your dermatology service, referral routes, patient population and existing workflow. Together, we can identify the intake forms, photo questions and guidance, patient education, telehealth setup, follow-up schedule and any integrations needed to support your team. Your clinical team defines the assessment protocol, the photos requested and all care decisions.

WeGuide pricing depends on the scope of your care pathway, configuration, integrations and support requirements, including optional modules such as telehealth or multi-language content. Contact our team to discuss your service and request a proposal. Consultation, dermatology and other clinical fees are determined separately by the care provider.