Lesion Recognition: From Visual Recognition to Dermoscopy

This practical, interactive face-to-face course is designed to develop confidence in recognising common skin lesions and identifying those that may require further assessment. Delegates will explore common benign lesion recognition and red flags for skin cancer. It provides an introduction to dermoscopy and dermoscopic features of lesions.

09:00 - Registration

09:15 - Introduction and Course Objectives

Part 1: Normal Skin Lesion Recognition

09.30 - Recognising Normal Skin Lesions:

- Seborrheic Keratosis

- Vascular Lesions

- Dermatofibromas

- Sebaceous Lesions

- Solar Lentigo and Naevi (Moles)

11:00 AM - Coffee Break

Part 2: Dermoscopy Principles and Practice

11.30 - Get to Know Your Dermatoscope – How to Use It and Take Images

12.00 - Interpreting Dermoscopic Structures - What You See?

12:30 - Practical Skin Examination Session

13.00 - Lunch Break

Part 3: Recognizing Lesions of Concern

13.45 PM - Pre-Malignant Lesions:

- Actinic Keratosis

- Bowen’s Disease

- Keratoacanthoma

14.15 - Squamous Cell Carcinoma

14.30 - Basal Cell Carcinoma

15.00 - Melanoma

15.30 - Quick Quiz – Review Your Knowledge

15.50- Reflection, Action Plan, Evaluation

16.00 - Close

By the end of this course, participants will be well-prepared to confidently use dermoscopy, recognize various skin lesions, and make informed decisions regarding patient care. Join us for this exciting opportunity to enhance your diagnostic skills and improve patient outcomes in dermatology.