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Atopic dermatitis and Acne 2

Atopic dermatitis and Acne 2

"Atopic Dermatitis and Acne 2" is an advanced dermatology course that equips healthcare professionals with practical insights into diagnosing and managing atopic dermatitis and acne. The course explores systemic treatments for atopic dermatitis, from topical therapies to steroid-sparing options, and addresses differential diagnoses and treatment strategies for acne, including severe and hormonal forms. With a focus on evidence-based guidelines and real-world application, participants gain the skills to provide tailored care for these common dermatological conditions.

time-icon 4.0 hrs EA | 6.0 hrs RP | 0.0 hrs OM
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  • FLEXIBLE TIMING

  • 100% ONLINE

  • accredited Course

  • Expert instructor

The "Atopic Dermatitis and Acne 2" course provides an in-depth look at managing two prevalent dermatological conditions, focusing on advanced treatment strategies and practical management tools. The course is divided into two detailed units.

Unit 1: Atopic Dermatitis
This unit delves into the diagnosis and management of atopic dermatitis across all age groups, emphasising the importance of recognising variations in presentation from infancy to adulthood.
Key topics include:
- Diagnostic criteria and differential diagnosis of atopic dermatitis.
- Age-related patterns and associated features, such as xerosis, keratosis pilaris, and ichthyosis.
- Treatment strategies, including the use of emollients, topical steroids, and antihistamines.
- Steroid-sparing and systemic therapies, such as calcineurin inhibitors, cyclosporine, and phototherapy.
- Practical advice on avoiding irritants, reducing allergen exposure, and optimising skin hydration.
This unit equips participants to manage atopic dermatitis effectively, reducing flares and improving quality of life for patients.

Unit 2: Acne
This unit explores the differential diagnosis and comprehensive management of acne, from mild comedonal forms to severe nodulocystic and hormonal acne.
Key topics include:
- Differential diagnoses such as keratosis pilaris, perioral dermatitis, folliculitis, and hidradenitis suppurativa.
- Treatment pathways, including topical keratolytics, antibiotics, and systemic therapies.
- The role of isotretinoin in severe and scarring acne, including its safety profile and teratogenic risks.
- Hormonal therapies and adjunctive treatments for acne in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
- Evidence-based guidelines for tailoring acne treatment to individual patient needs and severity.
This unit provides practical tools for treating acne effectively, helping patients achieve clear skin while addressing underlying causes and minimising side effects.

By the end of the course, participants will have a thorough understanding of managing atopic dermatitis and acne, enabling them to provide evidence-based, personalised care in clinical practice.

  1. Evaluate treatments for atopic dermatitis and the contributing factors that might exacerbate it. 
  2. Construct a differential diagnosis of acne and select the most appropriate diagnostic workflow. 

All degree qualified medical practitioners.

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CPD Hours:

  • Education hours:  4.0
  • Reviewing performance hours: 6.0
  • Measuring outcome hours:  0.0
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Accreditations:

Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) #407013

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) #28523

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Study Mode:

100% online

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Study duration:

10.0 hrs self-paced

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ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Associate Professor Caterina Longo

This course is presented by Associate Professor Caterina Longo: MD, PhD.

Dr Longo is a board-certified dermatologist specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers. Although providing the best care possible for patients remains her primary goal, she is also committed to education and clinical research. She is actively involved in clinical research and has published numerous papers on topics related to skin cancer with an emphasis on melanoma, atypical nevi, Spitz/Reed nevi and non-melanoma skin cancer. Caterina’s research interests are focused on the use of imaging instruments such as dermoscopy and confocal laser microscopy to recognise skin cancer early in its development. She pioneered the use of ex vivo fluorescence confocal microscopy for micrographic Mohs surgery applied for basal cell carcinoma and other visceral tumours. Caterina lectures on these topics both nationally and internationally.