Spirituality in Teledermatology

When it comes to eradicating pain, I turn to medicine. When it comes to dealing with pain. I look to the saintsImani Perry 2023 Spirituality in Teledermatology by Timothy Klufas BA,*New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY tklufas@student.nymc.edu Abstract: The psychosocial burden of cutaneous disease has been documented across a variety of dermatologic conditions. There are a number of methods to manage the non-physical impacts of dermatologic disease, with a notable one being spirituality.  Spiritual care, often provided by chaplains, is more readily available in inpatient environments. In the context of the wide-scale uptake of teledermatology as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to incorporate holistic elements of … Continue reading

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Spirituality in Dermatology

by Jorge Ramon and David J. Elpern This article was published in the July 2017 Archives of Dermatology Excerpts: Spirituality is difficult to define, but a recent consensus conference defined it as the aspect of humanity that refers to the way individuals seek and express meaning and purpose. Spirituality is understood by many as a means by which one copes with chronic or life threatening illnesses. While some people may not believe in a specific faith, many are interested in spirituality. Coming to grips with each individual patient’s spirituality requires a broad understanding of the person’s beliefs and values. Christina Puchalski’s FICA Spirituality History Tool1 can be a guide to … Continue reading

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