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Neurovascular island flaps

Summarise key features of perforator based Bezier and Keystone island flaps and how to apply to the lower limb and large back defects.

Neurovascular island flaps
CPD 9.5 hours accredited learning
Learning format Self-paced online, start anytime
Recognition Digital badge upon completion

Overview

Master the art of reconstructive surgery with the **"Neurovascular Island Flap"** course. Designed for medical professionals specialising in skin cancer surgery, this advanced program focuses on the Bezier and Keystone neurovascular island flaps. Explore their applications in lower limb and other challenging areas, leveraging their unique vascular and nerve supply for optimal patient outcomes. With practical demonstrations, case studies, and the latest tools like infrared imaging, this course enhances your surgical precision and confidence. Ideal for practitioners looking to advance their reconstructive techniques, this evidence-based course is essential for improving patient care and outcomes.

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 Tony Azzi

Dr Tony Azzi

MBBS MMed(Skin Cancer) 

Senior Lecturer, The University of Queensland

Director at Newcastle Skin Check, Charlestown NSW

Dr Anthony Azzi graduated from the University of Sydney in 1989 and moved to Newcastle, where he spent the next 13 years working in the public hospital system. He now works in private practice.

He completed a Master of Medicine in Skin Cancer from The University of Queensland, where he is now a Senior Lecturer. He is a member of the Australian Medical Association, Skin Cancer College Australasia, and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine.

CPD hours

Education hours4.5
Reviewing performance hours5.0
Total CPD hours9.5

Accreditations

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Accreditation number: 1424529

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Accreditation number: 38997

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Our short courses provide focused, standalone learning. If you wish to deepen your expertise, you can stack them towards a broader certificate pathway.

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Learn surgical procedures for the nose and lower limbs, reconstruction techniques, skin grafts, and flaps.

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