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Mobile app rankings in dermatology
Emily Tongdee1, Orit Markowitz2
1Department of Dermatology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, New York, USA.
Cutis
|November 30, 2018
Summary
Mobile apps are transforming dermatology. This study analyzes popular dermatology apps for patients and physicians in the Apple App Store, exploring their benefits and impact.
Area of Science:
- Digital Health
- Medical Informatics
- Dermatology
Background:
- Mobile applications are increasingly accessible and integrated into healthcare.
- Dermatology has seen a rise in specialized mobile applications.
- These apps cater to both patients and healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify the most popular dermatology apps available on the Apple App Store.
- To analyze the types of dermatology apps targeting patients and physicians.
- To explore the perceived benefits of patient-focused apps and the impact of physician-focused apps.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of app rankings within the Apple App Store.
- Categorization of dermatology apps based on their function (e.g., teledermatology, education, reference).
- Examination of user-reported benefits for patient-targeted apps.
Main Results:
- Popularity rankings of various dermatology app categories were determined.
- Key benefits of patient-facing dermatology apps were identified.
- The influence of physician-oriented apps on dermatological practice was assessed.
Conclusions:
- Mobile applications represent a significant and growing resource in dermatology.
- Understanding app popularity and benefits can guide future development and adoption.
- Further research can optimize the integration of digital health tools in dermatological care.
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