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Dermatology consult template
Use this dermatology consult template in Wavo when morphology, distribution, differentials, and procedural findings need to be documented with specialty-level clarity.
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Dermatology Consultation Note Chief Complaint - Primary skin concern and duration. History of Present Illness - Onset, evolution, symptoms (pruritus, pain, burning, bleeding), triggers, and seasonal/occupational factors. - Distribution and spread pattern; prior self-treatments and prescription therapies with response. - Systemic symptoms if relevant (fever, arthralgias, weight loss). - Sun exposure, tanning bed use, skin cancer history, and family history of melanoma/atopy as relevant. Medications / Allergies / Relevant History - Current topicals and systemics; drug allergies; atopic, autoimmune, or immunosuppression history. Exam - Skin type/Fitzpatrick if documented; morphology (macule, papule, plaque, vesicle, pustule, nodule, ulcer), color, size, border, scale/crust, and configuration. - Distribution/body sites examined (including scalp, nails, mucosa if assessed). - Full-skin exam findings if performed; suspicious lesion descriptors (ABCDE). Procedures Today - Biopsy type/site, cryotherapy, ED&C, excision, injection, or dermoscopy findings with consent as applicable. Assessment - Dermatologic diagnosis/differential with brief reasoning. Plan - Topical/systemic therapy with application instructions and expected course. - Wound care, activity/sun precautions, pathology pending language, and follow-up timing.
When to use this template
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Why this template works
Structural advantages for real documentation
Best for
Visit types and clinicians who use this format
- Prioritizes morphology and distribution—the language dermatology notes depend on.
- Supports medical derm and procedural/biopsy documentation in one flow.
- Captures prior therapies and response without burying the assessment.
- Easy to adapt for teledermatology with photo-review language.
- 1New outpatient dermatology consultations
- 2Rash and lesion evaluations
- 3Biopsy and procedure-inclusive new visits
Example output shape
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Chief Complaint Itchy rash on arms and trunk for 5 weeks. HPI Began as pink patches on antecubital fossae, spread to flanks. Severe pruritus, worse at night. OTC 1% hydrocortisone minimal help. No new meds, fevers, or joint pain. History of childhood eczema; flares with stress. Exam Fitzpatrick II. Ill-defined erythematous plaques with fine scale in antecubital fossae, posterior neck, and flanks (~8% BSA). No vesicles, purpura, or mucosal involvement. Nails without pitting. Procedures None today. Dermoscopy of two truncal lesions: no melanocytic concern. Assessment Moderate atopic dermatitis flare; rule out contact dermatitis overlay. Plan Triamcinolone 0.1% ointment BID to body × 2 weeks then weekends only. Cetaphil cleanser; plain petrolatum BID. Avoid fragrance products. Non-sedating antihistamine PRN itch. RTC 6 weeks or sooner if spreading/infection signs; discuss dupilumab if refractory.
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