Course description

The course will cover the anatomy, physiology and immunology of the skin; an introduction to analysis and description of the skin; and principles of a comprehensive skin history and examination in the general practice setting. It will include common presentations in general practice including dermatitis (endogenous, and exogenous), psoriasis, acne, infectious disease, common maculopapular and urticarial eruptions, and cutaneous manifestations of internal disease. Feature of pre-malignant and malignant skin disease and their management (malignant melanoma, basal cell carcinomas, solar keratoses, squamous cell carcinomas, and the non-surgical management of solar keratoses and skin cancers) will also be covered, as will pigmented lesions and their differentiation including dysplastic nevi. Hair and nail presentations in primary care, skin rejuvenation therapy, chronic ulcer management and new models of collaborative practice (teledermatology, the cameral in general practice, templates and referral process) will complete the on-line learning. The course workshop will cover basics of skin surgery (biopsy techniques, curettage, simple closures), and an introduction to dermatoscopy and laser therapy.

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