Balsam Hospital
Balsam Hospitalمستشفى بلسم
Dermatology Clinic
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Dermatology Clinic

عيادة الجلدية — Service Blueprint

3

Journey Stages

7

Customer Needs

4

Issues Found

2

High Severity

Service Blueprint Map

Patient Actions

Check in, complete skin history questionnaire

Onstage Actions

Greet warmly, escort to private room, review skin history and concerns

Backstage Actions

Prepare examination room with proper lighting, review previous photos

Support Processes

EMR, Dermoscopy Equipment, Photography Setup

Customer Needs

Privacy during skin examination
Non-judgmental approach
Understanding of emotional impact of skin conditions
Clear treatment timeline expectations
Cosmetic options discussed
Chronic condition management plan
Photo documentation consent

Staff Behavior Standards

Maintain neutral facial expressions when examining
Ask permission before photographing
Use clinical terms, avoid emotional descriptors
Show empathy for visible conditions affecting self-esteem
Provide written skincare routines

AIDET® Communication Script

Scenario

"Patient arrives with a visible skin condition causing embarrassment"

A

Acknowledge

Good morning, Mr./Ms. [Patient Name]. Welcome. Please come right in to our private room. (Warm, professional tone)

I

Introduce

I am Dr. [Your Name], your dermatologist. I specialize in helping patients with exactly this type of concern.

D

Duration

Our consultation will take about 20 minutes. I want to do a thorough examination and create a personalized plan for you.

E

Explanation

I would like to examine the affected area. I may use a special magnifying device called a dermoscope — it is painless and helps me see the skin in detail. With your permission, I would also like to take clinical photos so we can track your progress over time. Everything is completely confidential.

T

Thank You

Thank you for coming in, Mr./Ms. [Patient Name]. I have created a detailed treatment plan for you. Many patients see significant improvement within [timeframe]. Here is your personalized skincare routine — follow it consistently and we will review your progress at your next visit.

Waste & Issues Identified

highPatient embarrassment causing incomplete examination
mediumUnrealistic expectations about treatment timelines
mediumRepeat visits due to non-compliance with skincare routine
highPoor lighting affecting diagnosis accuracy

Constraints

Limited private examination rooms
No dedicated clinical photography setup
No teledermatology capability
Limited cosmetic dermatology options
No patient education materials for chronic conditions

Recommendations

Provide private examination area with good lighting
Use dermoscopy images to show patients their condition
Offer before/after photos for treatment tracking
Create a sensitive approach protocol for visible conditions
Provide educational materials about chronic skin conditions
Implement teledermatology for follow-up consultations