Dermfoot 2023 : Michael Cardis, MD - Inflammatory Conditions of the Lower Extremity.

Dermfoot

Dermfoot 2023

Learning Objectives: Upon conclusion of the DERMfoot scientific program, attendees will have an enhanced understanding of:

The use of dermoscopy for the evaluation of acral skin and nail pathology

The physiology, evaluation, and management of longitudinal melanonychia

The science and technique and medico-legal pitfalls in skin and nail biopsy

The evaluation, diagnosis, and management of diseases in the skin of color and the use of photomedicine

Inflammatory dermatoses, vasculitis, infections of the lower extremity, and their relationship with systemic disease The use of topicals and cryotherapy for treatment and maintenance of pedal pathology.

Applications of monoclonal antibodies, antibiotics, antifungals, and their use for skin disease of the foot and ankle

The surgical treatment of subungual glomus tumors, benign and malignant nail tumors, and general nail pathology.

Advanced skin surgery for the excision of melanoma, SCC, and BCC of the lower extremity

Nail matrix biopsy and its technique, indications, and nuances.

Wound healing basics, clinical mimics in pedal lesions, and the ten most common podiatric dermatological conditions The Economics of antibiotic stewardship

Part 1 - Course Staff

About the Speaker: Dr. Cardis is an assistant professor of dermatology and dermatopathology at MedStar Washington Hospital Center/Georgetown University. Clinical interests include inflammatory skin diseases, adnexal neoplasms, granulomatous disorders, and pediatric dermatopathology

Fees

Free for those that attended the live event

Intended Audience : Medical Providers

Refund Policy

No refunds are available for online courses

Compliance Statement

This course is a recording of a live event. Attendees of the live event may review this course.