DermNet has long been the go-to resource for healthcare professionals (HCPs) to learn about a wide range of dermatological conditions, from medical student to Fellowed doctor. DermNet is now announcing an exciting new platform specifically designed for healthcare professionals.

DermNet PRO builds on the strengths of DermNet and adds additional features and tools designed to support professional practice. Developed by the trusted team at DermNet, this new platform is designed to be a one-stop shop for all things dermatology, for all healthcare professionals regardless of experience.

DermNet PRO will have tools and features for all specialties from GP’s and dermatologists, to nurses, pharmacists, podiatrists, students and more. The platform is based around search functionality – whatever query or thought you have about dermatology you can plug that into the sophisticated DermNet PRO search and get instant practical results.

Along with an advanced intuitive search, DermNet PRO comes equipped with features that provide unparalleled support to medical professionals. The following is a more in-depth look at some of the key features:

Patient Info Sheets

DermNet PRO users can download, save, print, email or post patient information leaflets directly from inside the platform. These sheets are ideal for educating patients about their skin conditions in a simple and personalised manner, helping foster trust, improve communication, and patient health outcomes. These leaflets:

  • Contain both simple text and informative pictures
  • Have a visually appealing, easy to read layout and design
  • Written by healthcare professionals, including dermatologists
  • Provided free of charge on DermNet PRO.

Search

DermNet PRO’s natural language search feature makes finding relevant information easier than ever. Instead of reading through an entire topic page, healthcare professionals can obtain immediate results by searching for any topic or asking any question. The results will include snippets from relevant pages, summary answers, images and more. This intuitive search functionality ensures quicker and more accurate results, improving information-gathering and diagnostic efficiency.

Quizzes

Continuous professional development is essential for staying at the forefront of medical practice. DermNet PRO includes interactive quizzes that allow HCPs to test their knowledge on various dermatology topics. Users can track their progress, ensuring they are consistently improving and staying updated. These quizzes serve as an educational tool and can be a fun way to engage with complex material.

Options to Contribute

DermNet PRO actively encourages user involvement by offering healthcare professionals the opportunity to contribute in a various capacities. Whether it’s sharing clinical cases, writing informative articles, or reviewing new material, contributors help expand the resource for others while at the same time building on their own knowledge, experience, and network.

Public Profile

For those interested in building their professional network or showcasing their expertise, DermNet PRO offers a public profile feature. Doctors can create profiles that display their contributions to the field, qualifications, areas of expertise, and other relevant information.

Save Your Favourites

The ability to save favourite topics, cases, and images allows users to build a personalised library of resources. Whether it’s a rare case, an interesting educational topic, or a crucial image, this feature ensures that professionals can quickly access their most-used or most-relevant content without needing to search again.

Make Notes

DermNet PRO provides users with the ability to annotate topics and images within the platform. This feature is incredibly useful for keeping track of key observations, personal insights, or case-specific details. Notes can be revisited anytime, and are easily accessible, making it effortless for doctors to refer back to important information in the future.

Free

DermNet is founded on the principle of providing dermatology information free to the world to improve health globally; DermNet PRO will not change that. It will be free forever for all healthcare professionals worldwide. DermNet PRO will be launching in early 2025 and you can join the waitlist now. Initially, only those on the waitlist will be given access – and it’s an easy one-step process to join.

Join the waitlist today