Topical treatment and medico-legal issues for skin cancer medicine

Name: Topical treatment and medico-legal issues for skin cancer medicine
Brand: HealthCert Education
SKU: SHOP-P5MED
Price: 195.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

The "Topical Treatment and Medico-Legal Issues for Skin Cancer Medicine" course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of non-surgical treatments for skin cancer and essential medico-legal practices. The course covers the application and effectiveness of topical treatments, such as Imiquimod and 5-fluorouracil, for conditions like superficial basal cell carcinoma and actinic keratosis. Additionally, it provides crucial insights into medico-legal aspects of skin cancer treatment, including documentation, patient consent, and risk management. This course is essential for practitioners aiming to enhance both patient care and legal compliance in skin cancer medicine.

$195

FLEXIBLE TIMING

100% ONLINE

accredited COURSE

EXPERT INSTRUCTOR

This comprehensive course provides healthcare professionals with detailed knowledge of topical treatments for skin cancer and the medico-legal considerations involved in treating skin cancer patients. Divided into two key units, it covers both clinical and legal aspects to enhance patient care and protect practitioners from legal pitfalls.

Unit 1: Topical Treatments for Skin Cancer
This unit focuses on the use of two key topical treatments: Imiquimod and 5-fluorouracil (5-FU). These creams are effective for treating superficial basal cell carcinoma (BCC), actinic keratosis, and Bowen's disease. Participants will learn how to apply these treatments, adjust dosages, and monitor patient responses. Detailed guidance is provided on managing side effects and optimizing patient outcomes. The unit also highlights the use of these topical agents as an alternative to surgical or destructive treatments, particularly in field therapy and specific high-risk cases.

Unit 2: Medico-Legal Considerations in Skin Cancer Treatment
This unit covers critical medico-legal issues in skin cancer medicine. Topics include the importance of maintaining comprehensive medical records, obtaining informed consent, and implementing proper follow-up systems. It discusses common medico-legal challenges, such as failure to diagnose and inadequate treatment, and emphasizes the need for clear, legible documentation. The unit also provides practical tips for managing high-risk cases and offers insights into the consequences of poor record-keeping and failure to adhere to standard care protocols.

This course equips general practitioners with the tools to effectively manage both the clinical and legal aspects of skin cancer medicine, ensuring better patient outcomes and legal protection.

CPD Hours:

Education hours: 4.0
Reviewing performance hours: 5.0
Measuring outcome hours: 0.0

Accreditations:

Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) #401616

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) #28001

Study Mode:

100% online

Study duration:

9.0 hrs self-paced

Professor David Wilkinson

This course is presented by Prof David Wilkinson: MBChB MSc MD PhD DSc FRACGP.

He is a registered general practitioner and public health medicine specialist. Since 2004, David’s clinical work has focused on skin cancer medicine in primary care. He has published research papers on the topic, designed and led development of the only Master of Medicine degree in skin cancer, and helped develop and present a suite of skin cancer short courses delivered by HealthCert. David was Dean of Medicine at the University of Queensland, and Deputy Vice Chancellor at Macquarie University, prior to moving to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland where he now works.

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