Investigating Learning Effects Through the Implementation of Teledermatology Consultations Among General Practitioners in Germany: Mixed Methods Process Evaluation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The increasing prevalence of dermatological diseases will pose a growing challenge to the health care system and, in particular, to general practitioners (GPs) as the first point of contact for these patients. In many countries, primary care physicians are supported by teledermatology services.

Objective

The aim of this study was to detect learning effects and gains among GPs through teledermatology consultations (TCs) in daily practice.

Methods

As part of a mixed methods study embedded in a cluster-randomized controlled trial (TeleDerm), a full survey and semiguided face-to-face interviews were conducted among GPs of participating intervention practices using the telemedicine approach. A TC assessment tool (TC-AT) was developed to evaluate the quality of c

SUBMITTER: Polanc A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12422744 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature