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Telehealth care is available in Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Nevada, and New York. You must be in your selected state during the visit.
Skin issues rarely give any notice. A persistent rash, recurring acne, or some new mark that makes you pause and think for a moment.
Getting an appointment with a dermatologist in person feels like such a long process – wait times and travel time. This might take hours out of your day.
Virtual visits remove most of that.
At Wade’s Care First, we keep online appointments simple so you can talk to a provider from home and move forward without the usual obstacles.
Why Virtual Visits Fit Most People’s Lives
A growing number of patients are choosing to see their dermatologists virtually. Online visits fit better with today’s busy schedules.
A few things that really stand out:
- You can attend from a private place in a state where your clinician is licensed. Some skin concerns require an in-person examination, testing or biopsy.
- Appointments often open up faster than traditional slots.
- You stay private in your own space, which matters when skin concerns feel personal.
- Follow-up visits become quick check-ins instead of full outings.
With clear photos and a short video call, providers can accurately assess many everyday skin conditions.
How a Virtual Appointment Actually Goes
We’ve made the steps as plain as possible.
You’ll generally:
- Book your time online or you can also book over the phone.
- Fill in a short form about your signs and symptoms.
- Take and upload a few photos (we’ll send simple tips if you need them).
- Join a secure video call on time.
Your provider will ask the usual questions, examine the area closely on screen, and talk through options.
That might mean sending a prescription straight to your pharmacy or suggesting small changes you can try right away.
The whole thing feels familiar, just calmer and easier.
Simple Ways to Help Your Provider See Clearly
A little prep on your end goes far:
- Sit in a place where there’s natural light.
- Take photos from close up and a step back, plus a couple of angles.
- Find a quiet spot and test your camera ahead of time.
- Jot down how long it’s been happening or anything you’ve already tried.
These small steps let us give you the most useful guidance possible.
Everyday Skin Conditions We See Online
Charles Wade, FNP-BC evaluates a wide range of common skin concerns through virtual visits.
The ones that can come up most:
- Acne, both short-term and long-standing patterns.
- Itchy, red eczema and contact dermatitis.
- Rashes due to allergies, plants, or unknown reasons.
- Management of psoriasis plaques and flares.
- Rosacea with facial flushing and sensitivity
- Fungal infections
We provide culturally sensitive care that respects your background, personal preferences, and the ways skin can respond.
Related: Sun Protection for All Skin Types and Ethnicities
Reach Out
If something seems urgent or isn’t improving as expected, we tell you directly and help arrange the right next step.
If you’ve been noticing something on your skin and keep putting it off then getting it checked is easier than you think.
At Wade’s Care First, we’re ready to listen and offer help through virtual visits that fit your routine.
We also provide same-day appointments when available in Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Nevada, and New York.
Get in touch. Book your spot today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a skin concern be assessed from photos?
Clear photos and a video history can help assess many common skin concerns. Some conditions need an in-person examination, testing or a biopsy.
Can medication be prescribed after a video visit?
Yes, when clinically appropriate and permitted by federal and state requirements. Prescriptions are sent electronically to your pharmacy.
Will insurance cover a virtual skin visit?
Coverage depends on your state, plan and benefits. Check the insurance page and confirm your specific plan before booking.
Can new patients establish care online?
Yes. New patients can establish care entirely by video, including primary care. If something later needs an in-person exam, test or procedure, we order or coordinate it locally and keep managing your care.
Answers connected to this topic.
How will we know whether a skin treatment is working?
Follow-up may involve symptom changes, repeat photographs, side-effect review and adjustment of treatment or referral when improvement is insufficient.
What happens if I need an in-person examination or procedure?
We tell you and help arrange it at an appropriate local facility or with a specialist. Your care with us continues afterward.
Can rosacea be confused with acne?
Yes. Both can cause facial redness and bumps, but the triggers and treatments differ. A careful history and photographs can help guide next steps.
Further reading: telehealth.hhs.gov · aad.org.
