
Certificate of Fundamental Dermatoscopy (Module 1) 2020
February 29, 2020 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
| $995 – $1790
Introduction
The Certificate of Fundamental Dermatoscopy is aimed at beginners in the field of dermatoscopy and skin cancer. You need an excellent foundation to confidently start using your dermatoscope. Our world-class lecturer Professor Cliff Rosendahl will be joined by Associate who will ensure you have a confident feel for the basics of dermatoscopy. They will start by discussing the dermatoscopic diagnosis of the common benign lesions. They will then cover the use of ‘Chaos and Clues’ which is an algorithm co-founded by your lecturer Professor Cliff Rosendahl. ‘Chaos and Clues’ will provide you with a safe way to decide which lesions can be left and which require excising (this is achieved without needing to diagnose exactly what the lesion is). The algorithm is presented in a simple and easy to follow way with plenty of examples and repetition. Chris and Andrew will then expertly guide you through the fundamentals of diagnosing BCCs and SCCs. The day will end by discussing practical medical and surgical management options. On completion of this symposium, you will have a strong understanding of the fundamentals of dermatoscopy and how it will help you diagnose or manage the lesion in front of you.
All attendees will receive a complimentary MoleScope 2 dermatoscope (valued at $445 NZD) plus a 100 free prepaid consults to DermEngine (valued at $500 NZD).
You will leave the symposium with the skills and all the necessary tools to be up and running on your first day back at work. Without a doubt, you’ll be fascinated by the world of dermatoscopy and how it will improve your enjoyment and ability to manage skin cancers in your patients. And what a relief it will be to be able to say to your patient’s confidently that the black mole is fine!
This course has been approved by the Royal NZ College of GPs for reimbursement as an approved ‘Conference’ (up to $500 excluding GST) for GPEP 1 registrars.
Our early bird pricing ends on 22nd of December 2020.
Dr Chris Boberg (Convenor)
Chair New Zealand Skin Cancer Doctors and Deputy Chair of Melnet NZ
Key Information & Venue
Venue: Whenua Pupuke is a stunning, state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility just opened in mid-2017.
Location: Whenua Pupuke Clinical Skills Center at North Shore Hospital.
Address: 124 Shakespeare Road, Takapuna, Auckland. Click here for detailed map and instructions.
Parking: Parking is complimentary if you park in the visitor’s car park inside the hospital. We will provide an exit card to get out of the carpark.
Date: Saturday, February 29th 2020 (lunch and coffee/tea provided)
CME: We are endorsed by the Royal NZ College of GPs for 6 hours of CME. On completion of the symposium, you can collect a copy of the certificate.
Our Speakers
Dr Cliff Rosendahl
Associate Professor at the University of Queensland
Cliff is a Medical Practitioner of 40 years’ experience, with a background in general practice and forensic medicine. His PhD project was in the field of skin cancer, particularly melanoma. Cliff collaborated with colleagues in Brisbane and Vienna to research the early diagnosis of melanoma and together they have evaluated and promoted the diagnostic method Chaos and Clues. Cliff is an Associate Professor at The University of Queensland where he is director of the Master of Medicine (Skin Cancer) degree course and Visiting Professor, Department of Dermatology at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran. He has published over 50 papers in peer-review scientific journals and is co-author of a textbook on dermatoscopy, published in 8 languages and is a contributing author to several other textbooks in English and two in Spanish. Cliff has a busy schedule as an invited speaker to general practitioner and dermatologist groups both in Australia and internationally.
Dr Amanda Oakley
Associate Professor at the University of Auckland
Amanda is a dermatologist in Hamilton, New Zealand. She is passionate about dermatoscopy, avoiding unnecessary excisions, and early diagnosis of melanoma. She is heavily involved in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education in NZ. Dr Oakley is well known internationally for the popular online resource, DermNet New Zealand, and for her work in teledermatology. She is very proud to have been awarded honorary membership of the American Academy of Dermatology, the American Dermatological Association, the Skin Cancer College of Australasia and Melnet New Zealand. She lectures internationally about teledermatology and dermoscopy, and regularly facilitates workshops on dermoscopy.
Dr Chris Boberg
Deputy Chair Melnet NZ. Chair of New Zealand Skin Cancer Doctors.
Chris is a GP with a longstanding interest in skin cancer. He has been in full-time practice as a skin cancer doctor since 2011. He has numerous qualifications in skin cancer including Advanced Skin Cancer Surgery (Queensland). Advanced Dermatosopy (Graz University, Austria). He is the Deputy Chair of Melnet New Zealand and the Chair of New Zealand Skin Cancer Doctors. As one of New Zealand’s leading skin cancer experts he has been a strong advocate for skin cancer prevention and treatment.
Dr Andrew Macgill
Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of GP, GPwSI
Andrew is a GP who has had a special interest in medical and surgical management of skin cancer since 1998. As of 2015 after 25 years as a GP in New Zealand he has become a full-time skin cancer doctor. He is completing a Master’s in dermatoscopy at the Medical University of Graz, Austria. He has also undergone additional training in cutaneous surgery here in New Zealand and in San Diego. He is highly experienced and meticulous with all forms of cutaneous surgery and has been using complex flaps and full thickness grafts for many years. His philosophy is to educate and ensure awareness of the dangers of skin cancers.
Our Full Programme
We reserve the right to alter the course to maximize your education
[OPTIONAL] Medical and Surgical Management of Skin Cancer workshop
The simple ellipse is an essential tool for all GPs. Being taught the correct way and all the various tricks is often not covered well in our training. We will ensure you will have hand’s on practical small group training to build a solid foundation for your practice. Those already competent in this area will have the opportunity to quickly review their skills to ensure they are doing the basics well and then move onto more advanced skills including flaps and the various suture types. We will also cover other fundamentals such as the practical aspects of a punch biopsy, shave excision, non surgical medical treatments as well as discussions on the danger areas for excisions. Taught by leading surgeons and GP Skin Cancer doctors. The surgical sessions will be full of invaluable tips and tricks. All participants will receive a free surgical kit with sutures to take home to help hone your practise skills on.
Dr Andrew MacGill (Convenor)
FRNZCGP, GP Skin Cancer with Special Interest
Video of our 2018 Surgical Course
Here is a short video from our very well attended (and reviewed) surgical course, special thank you for Mr Richard Martin, Ms Katherine Gale, Mr William McMillan and our other expert tutors!
Our Full Programme
We reserve the right to alter the course to maximize your education
Sunday 1st March 2020 – Medical and Surgical Management of Skin Cancer Workshop [Optional]