How this grassroots Canadian company is changing the game of dermatology care

It’s a tale as old as time: you require literally any kind of healthcare service in Canada, and onto the waitlist you go.

And if that waitlist is for a dermatologist (of which there are just over 800 for Canada’s 40 million+ population), you could be waiting for well over a year.

In an era where hospitals and clinics are closing their doors while private healthcare and corporate interests take over, a third option is more important than ever. DermCafé might just be that third option you’ve been looking for. 

The DermCafé difference

DermCafé is Canada’s only national, no-fee, rapid-access dermatology clinic. Started by a dermatologist who was frustrated by the state of Canada’s healthcare system, DermCafé currently serves a patient community of over 65,000 people nationwide through its network of more than 44 dermatologists, spanning five years in business.

With wait times always less than one week, Canadians can now get fast and simple treatment with the click of a button.

Adapt and overcome

How it works is simple: You visit the DermCafé website, register with your information, upload photos of the affected area, and schedule your video appointment. You’ll access everything (like your prescription) after the appointment via a secure online Portal.

DermCafé can care for a whole host of common conditions like acne, pimples, rosacea, melasma, eczema, sweating, pediatric rashes, hair loss, allergy concerns, and hives.

It may seem strange to treat these problems virtually, but because dermatologists are trained with photos of skin concerns during their nine years of training, they’re capable of addressing and diagnosing many common skin concerns through photos.

If you have a skin concern that DermCafé cannot treat (like skin cancer, a mole that needs to be checked in-person with a biopsy, or a serious head-to-toe rash), you will be notified during registration, so there's no wasting time. 

Caring for your largest organ

DermCafé is covered by most provincial insurances, as long as you have a referral to see a dermatologist.

Don’t have one? The good news is that you can book a same-day or next-day appointment with an in-house DermCafé GP for a referral and still receive the care you’re looking for.The skin is the body’s largest organ, and deserves to be treated with the same care you would provide everything else. Even something as seemingly simple as acne can significantly impact a person’s quality of life and health outcomes if not treated properly, from the pain of new lesions to poor self-image — and that’s not to mention potential facial scarring.

Despite what online “skinfluencers” may tell you, achieving clear and healthy skin is a complex journey that should always be personalized with the help of an expert. 

If you’re ready to receive that personalized care, book your DermCafé appointment online, and by this time next week, you just might have a solution.