Specimen processing: Does the type of biopsy make a difference? Correlation cases
Specimen processing: Does the type of biopsy make a difference? Correlation cases
"Specimen Processing: Does the Type of Biopsy Make a Difference? Correlation Cases" is a comprehensive course for healthcare professionals aiming to understand the impact of biopsy type on specimen processing and diagnostic accuracy. Presented by Prof. Cliff Rosendahl and Dr. Simon Clark, this course explores various biopsy techniques, specimen handling, and correlation with histopathology. Through practical case discussions, participants will learn the nuances of punch, shave, and elliptical biopsies and how these influence diagnosis and patient outcomes.
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FLEXIBLE TIMING
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100% ONLINE
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accredited Course
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Expert instructor
This course provides an in-depth exploration of how different biopsy types influence specimen processing and diagnostic accuracy, particularly in dermatopathology. Led by Prof. Cliff Rosendahl and Dr. Simon Clark, the course covers essential aspects of biopsy selection, processing techniques, and the implications for accurate diagnosis.
Unit 1: Specimen Processing
The first unit introduces participants to the critical role of specimen processing in dermatopathology. Dr. Clark discusses the responsibilities of both clinicians and pathologists in ensuring accurate diagnoses. Clinicians are tasked with providing comprehensive clinical information and selecting appropriate biopsy techniques. The unit covers the pros and cons of punch, shave, and elliptical biopsies, emphasising that the type of biopsy can impact diagnostic accuracy, particularly for melanocytic lesions. Key insights include handling specimens in the lab, understanding tissue processing stages, and ensuring margins are clear to prevent misdiagnosis.
Unit 2: Correlation Cases
The second unit focuses on real-world correlation cases, where clinical and histological findings are examined to highlight the importance of accurate biopsy techniques. Using a series of patient cases, Prof. Rosendahl illustrates the value of clinical history, dermatoscopic imaging, and specimen handling in diagnosing skin lesions. Participants learn how to apply decision algorithms, such as chaos and clues, to assess lesion patterns and make informed biopsy decisions. The unit also addresses the challenges of diagnosing complex cases and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration between clinicians and pathologists.
Together, these units equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge to select the right biopsy techniques and improve diagnostic outcomes through better specimen processing and histological correlation.
- Appraise types of biopsy for specimen processing.
- Determine the steps involved in processing skin for histological evaluation.
- Assess the histology of normal skin.
- Define and use terminology used in dermatopathology.
- Assess the principles of dermatoscopic-dermatopathological correlation.
All degree qualified medical practitioners.
CPD Hours:
- Education hours: 4.5
- Reviewing performance hours: 6.0
- Measuring outcome hours: 0.0
Accreditations:
Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) #490779
Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) #31285
Study Mode:
100% online
Study duration:
10.5 hrs self-paced
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Professor Cliff Rosendahl and Dr Simon Clark
This course is presented by Professor Cliff Rosendahl (MBBS PhD) and Dr Simon Clark (MBChB FRCPA Specialist).
Cliff is the Professor and Course Coordinator MMed Skin Cancer Program School of Medicine, The University of Queensland. Cliff currently works in Brisbane as a primary care practitioner with a special interest in skin cancer. He also has an interest in research as the clinical developer and Director of the Skin Cancer Audit Research Database (SCARD). His other main area of research has been in evaluating dermatoscopic clues for the diagnosis of both pigmented and non-pigmented skin malignancy in collaboration with colleagues at The University of Queensland, Australia and the Medical University of Vienna, Austria.
Simon is an Honorary Lecturer in Pathology, The University of Queensland. He runs the pathology component of the postgraduate certificate courses in skin cancer medicine at The University of Queensland and lectures in the Masters of Medicine course. He has been involved in dermatopathology education for more than 20 years, training registrars in dermatology, pathology and plastic surgery. One of the best known dermatopathologists in Australia, Simon was recently appointed a visiting professor in dermatology at the Tehran University of Medical Sciences.