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Evaluate patient experiences with a community-based dermatology clinic tailored for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

April 22, 2026Open Access

Culturally Safe and Decentralised Care: Patient Experiences of a Dermatology Clinic Embedded in an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Service

Key Points

Evaluate patient experiences with a community-based dermatology clinic tailored for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Qualitative assessment of patient feedback from the clinic
Analysis of perceived accessibility and cultural responsiveness
Patients reported higher accessibility to dermatological services
Clinic was deemed culturally safe and responsive to needs
Findings support similar models to improve care outcomes.

Abstract

A community-based, culturally tailored clinic was perceived by patients as more accessible, culturally safe and responsive to their needs. Supporting similar models may help close the gap in dermatological care and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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