Introduction to Dermatology

Name: Introduction to Dermatology
Start: 2025-03-10T17:50:00+00:00
End: 2025-03-10T19:00:00+00:00

10th Mar 2025

5:50 - 7:00pm (GMT)

Dermatology

General Practice

10th Mar 2025

5:50 - 7:00pm (GMT)

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Description

Perfect for those eager to deepen their understanding of dermatology.

Perfect for those doing Pre-medicine or in the first few years of medical school.

Join us for an engaging introductory lecture on dermatology, designed to build essential foundational skills in identifying and diagnosing dermatological lesions (nothing advanced).

You'll gain foundational knowledge on:

the anatomical layers and primary functions of the skin,
learn to perform comprehensive dermatological history and examinations,
and master the terminology for describing primary and secondary lesions, as well as hair and nail disorders.

Explore common conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, skin cancers, and alopecia.

Lecturer: Ms Akua Asare, Final Year Medical Student at King's College London, KCL ACMS President 23-24

Disclaimer: This lecture will be observed and will form part of Ms Asare's application for the Associate Fellowship of Higher Education. Thus, please contribute meaningfully when giving written feedback. Certificate will be provided upon completion of the feedback form.

Date: Monday 10th March 2025

Time: Please arrive at 5.50pm. The event starts promptly at 6pm GMT.

Please note: This session includes graphic medical depictions of skin conditions.

Summary

Dive into the study of Dermatology in our introductory teaching session led by Ms. Akua Asare, Final Year Medical Student at King's College London. Ideal for pre-medicine students or early-year medical students, attendees will gain foundational knowledge in skin anatomy, dermatological examination techniques, and terminology for describing primary and secondary lesions, along with hair and nail disorders. This engaging lecture also covers common conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, skin cancers, and alopecia. Your meaningful feedback will support Ms. Asare's application for the Associate Fellowship of Higher Education, with a certificate provided upon completion. Join us on Monday, March 10th, 2025 at 6pm GMT. [Please note: lecture includes graphic medical depictions of skin conditions.]

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Learning objectives

Understand the basic anatomical structure of the skin, its primary functions, and its role in diagnosing dermatological conditions.
Acquire skills to effectively perform a comprehensive dermatological history and examination, using appropriate tools and techniques.
Identify, describe and differentiate among common primary and secondary lesions, as well as common hair and nail disorders.
Diagnose and discuss commonly seen skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, various types of skin cancers, and alopecia using appropriate terminology.
Evaluate clinical data and provide a preliminary diagnosis for common dermatological cases while actively engaging in discussions and case studies.

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