Tele-Derm – the story so far...
ACRRM marks 20 years of being a cornerstone of dermatology advice and support for rural and remote doctors. Over 400 real-life cases are submitted to Tele-Derm each year, for round-the-clock responses and informed advice from expert dermatologists, surgeons, and pathologists. With over 5000 Rural Generalists participating in ACRRM’s free Tele-Derm service, it has revolutionised the accessibility of dermatological resources in rural and remote areas across Australia, allowing more patients to be treated locally.
Tele-Derm milestones
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2004Prime Minister Tony Abbott launches Tele-Derm with Dr Jim Muir.
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2005450 doctors enrolled, 100 cases submitted and 200 Education cases available.
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2013Media campaign to save Tele-Derm.
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2015Plastic Surgeon Dr Dan Kennedy, and Dermatologist Dr Rachael Foster join Tele-Derm.
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2016First webinar hosted.
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2017Highest annual record of cases submitted for advice - 661.
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2018Upgraded to the new learning management system.
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20235000 doctors enrolled and 1300 education cases.
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2024ACRRM celebrates 20 years of Tele-Derm.
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202410,000 cases in total submitted for advice.
Tele-Derm articles
Tele-Derm’s evolution over the next two decades
As a cornerstone of dermatology advice and support for rural and remote doctors, Tele-Derm has over 5000 doctors registered to use the service. As the digital health space is constantly evolving, we look ahead to the next 20-years of Tele-Derm. Here's a glimpse into what the future might hold,
Tele-Derm in Tasmania
Dr Darren Briggs, a Rural Generalist in Ulverstone, Tasmania, has been a FACRRM since 2011. In Tasmania, waitlists for dermatological services can stretch on for months. The remote nature of Darren's practice in northwest Tasmania posed significant challenges in accessing timely dermatological care.