Scheduling an appointment with a doctor of any kind is difficult because an open slot in their office has to match your schedule. Then, when arriving at the office, wait times are ridiculously long. There are times when we wish we could just communicate with our doctors remotely and get quick, easy help. Dermatologists are among those who understand the frustration among patients and have decided to work with Spruce, a ‘derm-on-the-go' app.
The service, which just launched an Android app, brings board-certified dermatologists to your phone for a diagnosis and treatment plan, picking up on conditions such as acne, fine lines, wrinkles, bug bites, eczema, and hair loss. Spruce works by asking users to take photographs of their conditions and answering medical questions as if they were sitting right in their dermatologist's office. A dermatologist from Spruce will then examine the information provided and provide the patient with a personalized treatment plan. These responses are issued within twenty-four hours following the patient's submission.
A single virtual visit with Spruce costs $40 and covers the diagnosis, treatment plan, and thirty days of a messaging with the service's Care Team in the event additional help is needed.
Spruce is currently available in California, Florida, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Virginia.
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