فهرست نشریات علمی دسترسی آزاد ایران

Background: Skin diseases are among the most prevalent health conditions, encompassing a wide range of disorders. However, the number of studies examining the epidemiology of dermatology consultations is limited. Conducting research to evaluate dermatology consultations can provide valuable insights into their role in the patient treatment process.Methods: In this cross-sectional study, data related to all dermatology consultations conducted at teaching hospitals affiliated with Shiraz University of Medical Sciences from March 21 to June 21, 2023, were collected.Results: A total of 212 dermatology consultations were conducted, resulting in a prevalence rate of 1.20%. The highest frequency of consultations occurred among male patients aged 50 to 70 years. Most of the consultations were requested by male physicians holding the academic rank of professor. The majority of consultations originated from the emergency and internal medicine departments, primarily due to conditions such as eczema and hypersensitivity reactions. In most instances, responses to the consultations were provided within 8 to 24 hours. Only 5.7% of the consultations were classified as emergencies, and in 31% of cases, more than one consultation request was submitted for the same patient. The diagnoses made by the requesting physician and the dermatologist were consistent in only 22.6% of cases. Notably, dermatology consultations led to a change in the treatment plan in 96.7% of cases.Conclusion: The findings of this study underscore the necessity of enhancing dermatological knowledge among primary care physicians and specialists in other fields.