Event Details & Program Overview:

The skin is the largest organ in the body. Dermatological disorders account for at least 20% of patient complaints in family practices.

This special in-person program, which has a separate registration, is running parallel to the National Conference, and will highlight common diagnosis and treatments in the field of dermatology, including:

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• Introduction: Evaluation of enablers for common dermatological conditions

• Review and differentiation of topical steroids and moisturizers

• Stages and management approaches for atopic dermatitis

• Management of skin-related infections including Staph. Aureus, Herpes Simplex, and Zoster

• Assessment and treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa

• Recognition of common features of benign skin lesions and suggested treatment options

• Identification of subtypes of psoriasis and integration of topical & systemic treatments

• Evaluation and treatment of common premalignant/malignant wound lesions and wounds

• Introduction to common biopsy procedures and their integration into practice

• Identification and management of inflammatory lesions such as Bullous Pemphigoid and Pyoderma Gangrenosum

• Recognition and treatment of scabies, bites, stings (including bed bugs), fungal, yeast, and nail infections

• Identification of common associations with hives and development of an approach to the treatment of acute/chronic urticaria

• Open question and answer period to review enablers for Dermatology bridging education to practice