Program Description:
This session provides an overview on the principles, practices, nomenclature, patient work-up and management of common dermatological conditions presenting to internal disorder practices.
Program Goals/ Objectives:
At the end of the session, the student will have a detailed understanding of:
• Identifying and diagnosing some of the more common skin conditions that present to the internal disorder practice.
• Developing an appropriate treatment plan and follow up.
• Recognizing skin conditions/diseases that require an appropriate referral.
Program Topics:
• Primary lesions
• Psoriasis
• Eczema
• Dermatitis
• Bullous disorders
• Benign neoplasms and hyperplasia
• Photo induced disorders
• Melanoma
• Pigment disorders
• Bacterial infections of the skin
• Fungal infections of the skin
• Viral infections of the skin
• Sexually transmitted diseases