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Skin checks in primary care: Best practice and future directions | ACCREDITED | 1.5 hrs 1
This video was recorded at the 2024 Australasian Melanoma Conference, hosted by Melanoma Institute Australia.
The session, entitled “Skin checks in primary care: Best practice and future directions” and chaired by Dr William Shepperd and Dr Tracey Purnell, features the following presentations:- Deciphering the challenges of skin checks in primary care, A/Prof Jeremy Hudson
- The utility of risk prediction tools in clinical practice, Prof Anne Cust
- Integrating new technologies for melanoma surveillance in primary care, Dr Vin Rajeswaran
- ddressing the supportive care needs of melanoma patients in Primary Care, Claire Gore
The recording concludes with a panel discussion moderated by Dr Shepperd and featuring Prof Anne Cust, A/Prof Jeremy Hudson, Dr Vin Rajeswaran and Prof Victoria Mar. This presentation is suitable for Skin Cancer Doctors, General GPs, Nurses and other healthcare professionals.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this presentation, you will be able to:- Identify common challenges and barriers associated with conducting skin checks in primary care settings.
- Understand the evidence supporting the use of risk prediction tools in clinical practice, including their accuracy, reliability, and potential impact on patient outcomes.
- Discuss challenges and considerations for integrating new technologies into existing workflows and patient care pathways in primary care settings.
- Identify resources and services to meet the supportive care needs of melanoma patients.
PRE-READING FOR ACCREDITATION
ACCREDITATION
This activity (1037021) is allocated 1.5 EA CPD hours in the RACGP 2023-25 CPD Program.
This activity (10112) is allocated 1.5 EA CPD hours in the SkinPro CPD Program.
A Statement of Completion will be provided at the end of this module for your CPD records.
CHAIRS
Dr William Shepperd
Skin Cancer GP, Melanoma Institute Australia
Dr Tracey Purnell
Skin Cancer GP, Central Wagga Medical and Skin Clinic
PRESENTERS
A/Prof Jeremy Hudson
Skin Cancer GP, NQ Skin Centre | Adjunct Associate Professor, Southern Cross University | Chair of Dermatology Special Interest Group, RACGP
Prof Anne Cust
Epidemiologist, Melanoma Institute Australia | Deputy Director, The Daffodil Centre | Professor of Cancer Epidemiology, The University of Sydney
Declaration of Interest
Dr Vin Rajeswaran
Skin Cancer GP and CEO, FNQH Skin Cancer Centre and Pathology | Vice President, Skin Cancer College Australasia
Claire Gore
Clinical Psychologist, Melanoma Institute Australia
Declaration of Interest
Prof Victoria Mar
Dermatologist and Director of the Victorian Melanoma Service, The Alfred Hospital | Adjunct Associate Professor, Monash University
RESOURCES
Please note that this presentation was accurate at the time of recording (October 2024) but may not reflect the rapidly evolving treatment landscape and approvals in Australia.-
Module1.101 hour 30 min
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