Why 1 in 3 Belgians opts for the online dermatologist

Is Belgium ready for a shift to hybrid health care? We definitely believe in dermatology, but now we also have the data to back it up. Together with research firm Profacts, we examined 1007 Belgians how patients view the online dermatologist. And it is here to stay.

Future music in teledermatology

Although 90% of the Belgian population still prefers a physical consultation, is considering an amazing 1 on 3 to opt for a teleconsult when they have a dermatologist need. Bee Millennials that figure even rises to half. So many people see a future in a combination of physical and online skin care. How is that? Save time.

Why is teledermatology on the rise?

Skip the line

The research shows that the enormously reduced waiting times is the biggest win of a teleconsultation with the dermatologist. No wonder, because waiting times in dermatology are now up to an average of 4 months, but can also be up to a year.

53% sees the reduced waiting timesAnd as a decisive factor. For 35 to 45 year olds that advantage will only increase: 60% prefer to skip the queue. In addition, it gives 41% I would love to be able to start treatment immediately.

“Great to get an answer so quickly and to be able to start working on a solution so quickly.”

According to your schedule

44% finds the added flexibility a strong advantage. You don't have to take into account waiting times, leave requests, traffic, parking, waiting rooms. On the contrary: you don't even need an appointment in teledermatology.

On the weekend, after 6 p.m., from your couch or while traveling - via an online consultation, you are in contact with a dermatologist at any time and from anywhere. This ensures a huge time savings, which particularly appeals to Millenials. More than 1 in 2 indicates that this way of healthcare is a better fit for their busy lives.

Lower threshold

Finally, it also appears peace of mind and comfort to still be able to go to a doctor with problems that you are more ashamed of, an advantage for patients. 1 on 4 feels better to consult a skin doctor from the comfort of their own home for certain conditions.

Enter Skindr

The best dermatology experience, for both patients and dermatologists. That's what we want to create. How do we approach that?

• As a patient, you do your own intake by sending photos and a description to the dermatologist via the app, where and when you want.
• The dermatologist looks at your skin disease, takes the time to listen to you, and provides you with quick advice and treatment.
• The instructions are on your identity card, so you can start your skin improvement immediately.

This means that the average waiting time of 4 to 6 months can be reduced to a few hours. One teleconsult is, in fact, 90x faster then in practice. This in combination with the flexibility, allowing the patient and the doctor are not tied to a fixed place or an appointment, ensures more efficiency.

Disorders that treated online can be started up faster. Especially for acne (37% of our patients), eczema (28%) and psoriasis (16%), this can be a great help.

“Skindr is a breath of fresh air. A few hours later, we already knew what to do.”

Conditions that require a physical appointment are seen more quickly because more space is freed up in practice.

Do you want to get professional help quickly for your skin improvement? We are here for you. In any way.