Dermatology for Primary Care

Dermatology for Primary Care – 12 Credits 

Overview
This conference is designed to provide primary care clinicians with up-to-date, evidence-based information on commonly encountered issues in Dermatology, while suggesting pragmatic approaches to clinical management. The discussion-based format of the conference will encourage audience participation through dynamic lectures, case-based studies, and hands-on workshops. Keynote speakers will present and critically assess recent advancements and industry updates in Dermatology with the goal of enhancing the knowledge-base and core competence of attendees. The successful completion of this interactive program diagnosing, treating, and prescribing the most effective courses of treatment, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes.

Target Audience
All Physicians and other Healthcare Professionals seeking clinical information and updates in Dermatology.

Speakers
Our presenting national faculty speakers make it their professional goals to enhance the training of primary care clinicians. This Continuing Medical Education program promises to help you learn the most current, best medicine, and techniques for making the diagnosis easier and quicker during a 20-minute office visit.

Topics and Learning Objectives

Friday, December 10

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM:
Topical and Injectable Steroids [30 min]
Objectives: 1) Distinguish between the different vehicles and when to use one vehicle over another 2) Discuss the choice of steroid potency 3) Describe when steroid injections are valuable

8:00 AM- 8:30 AM:
Fungal Infections [30 min] 
Objectives: 1) Identify the most common cutaneous fungal infections 2) Determine when topical therapy is preferred to systemic therapy, and conversely 3) Delineate differential diagnosis for cutaneous fungal infection

8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK

8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
Challenging Dermatology Diagnoses 
Objectives: 1) Distinguish among different rashes 2) Develop pattern recognition skills 3) Compare similar patterns found in different diagnoses

9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK

9:45 AM – 10:15 AM:
Terminology of Skin Disorders [30 min]
Objectives: 1) Recognize the terms used to describe common skin lesions 2) Demonstrate the ability to communicate skin findings using morphologic terminology 3) Learn how to use terminology to assist in your practice

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM:
Rosacea [30 min]
Objectives: 1) Recognize different types of rosacea 2) Distinguish rosacea from other causes of red rashes on the face 3) Formulate treatment plans for rosacea

10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK

10:50 AM – 11:20 AM:
Seborrheic Dermatitis [30 min]
Objectives: 1) Demonstrate the ability to diagnose the variable presentations of seborrhea 2) Discuss causes and exacerbating factors for seborrhea 3) Describe the most effective treatments for seborrhea 

11:20 AM- 11:50 AM:
Overview of Wound Management [30 min] 
Objectives: 1) Identify common causes of skin ulcers and pressure sores 2) Identify risk factors for complications from skin ulcers and pressure sores 3) Develop plans to treat and reduce recurrence of skin ulcers and pressure sores

Saturday, December 11

7:30 AM – 8:10 AM:
Hair Disorders [40 min]
Objectives: 1) Recognize normal hair anatomy and physiologic changes in hair 2) Evaluate the chief complaint of hair loss 3) Utilize effective medical interventions for hair disorders, when appropriate

8:10 AM – 8:15 AM: Break

8:15 AM – 8:55 AM:
Nail Disorders [40 min]
Objectives: 1) Recognize normal nail anatomy 2) Evaluate the chief complaint of abnormal appearing nails 3) Utilize medical and physical modalities in the management of nail disorders, as feasible

8:55 AM – 9:00 AM: Break

9:00 AM – 9:40 AM:
Drug Eruptions and Other Allergic Skin Conditions [40 min]
Objectives: 1) Recognize different types of drug eruptions 2) Describe treatments for acute and chronic urticarial 3) Distinguish between erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis

9:40 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK

9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Acne
Objectives: 1) Understand the proposed etiology of acne 2) Utilize appropriate criteria to diagnose acne 3) Formulate treatment plans for acne, and modify therapies as necessary, to minimize adverse side-effects and maximize benefits

10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK

10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
Psoriasis with Cases
Objectives: 1) Recognize classic manifestations of psoriasis 2) Recognize atypical forms of psoriasis 3) Implement proper interventions for psoriasis based upon disease severity

Sunday, December 12

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM:
Hidradenitis and Follicular Disorders
Objectives: 1) Identify the presenting characteristics and diagnostic findings associated with hidradenitis 2) Develop an initial plan of care for the management of hidradenitis 3) Compare and contrast diagnostic findings of folliculitis, pseudo folliculitis, and keratosis pilaris

8:30 AM – 8:35 AM: BREAK

8:35 AM – 9:35 AM:
This Itch Is Driving Me Crazy
Objectives: 1) Distinguish between infestations of scabies, head and body lice, and bed bugs 2) Describe the presentations of the most common causes of itchy skin 3) Compare treatment options for itchy skin

9:35 AM – 9:45 AM: BREAK

9:45 AM – 10:45 AM:
Skin Cancer Exams, Treatments, and Prevention in this New Era
Objectives: 1) Perform a screening skin examination to detect precancerous and cancerous skin lesions 2) Make recommendations to reduce the likelihood of additional precancerous and cancerous skin lesions 3) Choose at least two appropriate treatments for precancerous skin lesions 4) Acknowledge the benefits and limits of teledermatology

10:45 AM – 10:50 AM: BREAK

10:50 AM – 11:50 AM:
When and How to Cut, Freeze, Burn and Repair
Objectives: 1) Identify indications for skin biopsies and excisions 2) Identify appropriate surgical techniques for skin biopsies and basic repairs 3) Indicate lesions appropriate for cryosurgical and electrosurgical treatment

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