23/01/2024
Waiting lists for dermatological services are unacceptably high and are proving very persistent. The situation is likely to worsen as demographic and climate-related factors push up the incidence of skin cancer over the coming years. Stakeholders believe the system is in crisis, but that there are proven remedies. The role of teledermatology in reducing waiting lists and achieving better patient outcomes is fully recognised in countries such as the US and UK. The barriers preventing a greater use of these technologies in all Irish hospitals needs to be addressed.