The Development and Evaluation of an "E-Visit" Program for the Management of Acne

Completed · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Acne Vulgaris

In brief

The purpose of this study is to test the efficacy, timeliness, and user satisfaction of an online "E-Visit" application that uses store-and-forward technology for acne patients requiring dermatologic care for their condition. Hypotheses: 1. That an "E-Visit" is an effective alternative to in-person clinic care for patients with mild to severe facial acne. 2. That providers and patients will be satisfied with this model. 3. That mean wait times for new and return visits will be reduced through the "E-Visit" model. 4. That this prototype for care will improve clinic workflow, offer additional patient access, and allow urgent cases to be seen earlier.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT00417456

Run by

Massachusetts General Hospital

People needed

151

Starts

2005-10-01

Expected to finish

2007-12-01

Last updated by the study team

2012-03-16

Who can join

Age: 12 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age 12 or older
• Diagnosis of mild to severe facial acne
• Access to a credit card
• Access to an Internet connection and a computer
• Ability to image self
• MA Blue Cross/ Blue Shield Coverage

You may not qualify if…

• Non-English speaking individuals
• Patients taking Accutane for their acne
• Impaired Physical ability to image self
• Impaired Cognitive ability

Where it is running

• MGH Dermatology Associates — Boston, Massachusetts, United States
• Brigham and Women's Hospital Department of Dermatology — Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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