Imaging

Taking Images

Healthcare Professionals Guide: Taking and uploading photos using secure smartphone apps

Step-by-step advice for clinicians on using approved apps to capture and upload images securely:

Taking photos of your skin and sending them securely to your GP

A patient-facing guide explaining how to safely photograph skin conditions for remote review:

How to take photos of your rash

Simple patient instructions on positioning, lighting, and angles when photographing rashes

Guide to taking the best photographs for Teledermatology

Quick reference guide for producing high-quality dermatology images for teledermatology use:

Teledermatology – Image Guidelines

Practical tips for clinicians on capturing consistent and clinically useful images for referrals:

Teledermatology Training Video – GP Website

Short training video showing how to take and upload good quality teledermatology images:

Taking a good clinical image

Practical advice on producing clear, focused clinical photographs in general practice:

How to take a dermoscopic image

Instructions on using dermatoscopes effectively to capture dermoscopic images