By acquiring new skills and insights, attendees can elevate patient care standards and potentially decrease secondary care referrals. With dermatological conditions comprising a significant portion of primary care workload, it's imperative to stay abreast of advancements. As more patient care shifts to community settings, the role of primary care in dermatology becomes increasingly crucial.
Learning Outcomes:
- Enhanced Clinical Knowledge and Guidelines Understanding: - Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the latest evidence-based information regarding facial skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and other common dermatological concerns.
- Synthesize and apply updated clinical guidelines to effectively diagnose and manage facial skin conditions in primary care settings.
- Application of Evidence-Based Practices:
- Apply the acquired knowledge to make informed and evidence based decisions in the treatment and management of eczema, psoriasis, and other facial skin conditions.
- Utilise current guidelines to guide the prescription of appropriate treatment modalities, taking into consideration patient-specific factors.
- Advanced Treatment and Management Strategies: - Assess a wide range of treatment and management options for acne, eczema, and psoriasis, and demonstrate an improved ability to tailor interventions to individual patient needs.
- Enhance clinical confidence in recommending suitable therapeutic approaches that align with the latest medical advancements.
- Enhanced Recognition of Skin Lesions:
- Differentiate between various types of benign skin lesions, showcasing improved proficiency in identifying and classifying these conditions accurately.
- Display a heightened ability to identify potential indicators of pre-cancerous and skin cancer lesions, enabling timely referrals and appropriate patient management.
- Introduction to Dermoscopy and Practical Application:
- Describe the fundamental principles of dermoscopy and its role in enhancing diagnostic accuracy for various skin conditions.
- Participate in a practical dermoscopy session, applying learned techniques to recognize key dermoscopic patterns and features.
- Confidence in Practical Dermatology Skills:
- Demonstrate an increased level of confidence in approaching cases involving facial skin conditions, benign skin lesions, and potential skin cancer concerns.
- Employ acquired practical skills, such as dermoscopy, to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
- Effective Communication and Patient Education:
- Communicate effectively with patients regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and potential outcomes for various facial skin conditions.
- Exhibit improved skills in educating patients about self-care strategies, treatment adherence, and monitoring their condition over time.
- Holistic Patient Care:
- Understand the psychosocial impact of facial skin conditions on patients and their quality of life, and integrate this knowledge into patient-centered care strategies.
- Approach patient care with a holistic mindset, addressing medical, emotional, and psychological aspects of dermatological conditions.
lowing the course you will be sent slides and a certificate from BBO Training therefore your contact details will be shared with them.
Please note if you have not already supplied us with your registration number you will be contacted by us as we will need this information to secure your allocation of CPD funding.
The cost of the course includes 20% VAT.
This event is funded, through the Training Hub, by public money. Non-attendance therefore comes at a cost to patients, the NHS, and the public. Spaces at our events might be limited and your absence may prevent others from benefiting from the opportunity. If you are no longer able to attend, please notify us by replying to this email as soon as possible. For cancellations less than 72 hours prior to the course start date and all ‘no-shows’, we reserve the right to charge a £50.00 administration fee.