Dermatological surgery workshop

Expand your dermatological surgery techniques

This two day workshop accommodates all skill levels and includes small group practical sessions performing basic surgery and flap repairs on pigs' bellies. Rural and remote GPs may also be eligible to receive assistance under the Rural Procedural Grants Program

2023 workshop dates

Pre-requisite

Participants must complete DermCert4: Practical procedues in dermatology prior to attending the workshop.

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Learning outcomes

Day 1:

• Analyse a range of dermatological surgical techniques used in general practice.
• Determine when to use non-surgical treatments for skin cancer, including complications and risks.
• Review  set up of clinic for surgical procedures and other specific requirements.
• Perform a range various dermatological surgical techniques.

Day 2:

• Review strategies to implement  risk management procedures.
• Analyse a range of advanced dermatological surgical techniques used in general practice.
• Review closure options by anatomical site. 
• Perform  different  flap surgical techniques.

Topics covered include:

• cryotherapy
• local anaesthesia
• biopsy techniques
• electrodessication and curettage
• surgical anatomy
• elliptical excision surgery
• intralesional steroid injections
• sutures and suturing
• skin defect repairs; including flaps
• skin grafts (split and full thickness)
• closure options by anatomical site
• setting up your clinic for surgical procedures
• risk management for surgery related procedures

CPD program approval

Please note:

Surgical instruments will be provided at the workshop. Please do not bring your own surgical instruments.