David J. Wong, MD, PhD

"As a parent, Dr. Wong has a special interest in seeing that kids’ skin concerns are treated promptly.

“I can’t imagine having a child with a medical issue that can’t be addressed because no doctor is available. This is why we see many children at DirectDerm,” says Dr. Wong, who treats patients of all ages.

To prevent or detect serious conditions like melanoma, Dr. Wong urges parents to put hats, protective clothing, and broad-spectrum sunscreen on their children every day and to scan their entire skin once a month for anything that looks unusual.

He has seen firsthand the positive impact of teledermatology on people’s lives. Instead of being placed on a six-month waitlist to see a dermatologist in his hometown, a 6-year-old boy was quickly evaluated and diagnosed by DirectDerm. His condition was serious, requiring a biopsy and immediate treatment. Even at his young age, it’s likely that his life would have been shortened if not for teledermatology and the resulting early diagnosis."

"All DirectDerm consultants are board-certified dermatologists trained at the top medical institutions in the United States, such as Stanford and Harvard. Many remain involved in research and teaching at these universities.

You can access DirectDerm from anywhere at any time, our dermatologists will provide a full report with diagnosis and treatment plan within 48 hours max- usually within 24. For all skin, hair and nail problems, DirectDerm is as close as your computer or mobile device."