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Dermatopathology

Evaluate the functions of dermatopathology: biopsy, excisions and report interpretation.

Dermatopathology
CPD 9.0 hours accredited learning
Learning format Self-paced online, start anytime
Recognition Digital badge upon completion

Overview

The "Dermatopathology" course offers comprehensive training for medical professionals focused on the pathology of skin conditions, particularly in the context of skin cancer medicine. Participants will learn how to accurately request, interpret, and understand pathology reports, including biopsy techniques and error reconciliation. Through detailed discussions and case studies, the course enhances clinical decision-making when dealing with dermatological specimens, ensuring best practices in patient care. This course is ideal for those in dermatology, general practice, and pathology, equipping participants with essential skills in diagnosing and managing skin conditions.

What you will learn

  • Recognise key clinical features and subtypes
  • Develop practical treatment plans using topical, systemic and procedural options
  • Identify triggers, patient factors and long-term management strategies
  • Apply evidence-based approaches in everyday clinical practice

Course contents

Meet your presenter

Dr Simon Clark

Dr Simon Clark

MBChB FRCPA

Honorary Lecturer in Pathology, The University of Queensland
 
Dr Simon Clark runs the pathology component of the postgraduate certificate courses in skin cancer medicine at The University of Queensland and lectures in the Masters of Medicine course. He has been involved in dermatopathology education for more than 20 years, training registrars in dermatology, pathology and plastic surgery. More recently he has been active in GP education. One of the best known dermatopathologists in Australia, Simon was recently appointed a visiting professor in dermatology at the Tehran University of Medical Sciences.

CPD hours

Education hours4.0
Reviewing performance hours5.0
Total CPD hours9.0

Accreditations

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Accreditation number: 401610

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Accreditation number: 39006

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