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This course is designed to help GPs stay current with the latest developments in diagnosing and managing skin conditions in general practice. It explores evolving clinical features and treatment approaches for both pigmented lesions and inflammatory skin diseases, including the growing role of molecular and genetic markers in melanoma care. The course also addresses the rise in inflammatory conditions linked to medications and vaccines, and provides guidance on follow-up and management. GPs will gain practical insights into the new RCPA guidelines for skin tumour reporting, as well as skills in interpreting orientated skin biopsies and immunofluorescence findings in inflammatory diseases.

Learning Outcomes

1. Differentiate between benign and malignant melanocytic lesions and use current knowledge and guidelines to manage them
2. Classify different skin tumours, follow RCPA reporting, and explain treatment options using a team approach
3. Interpret findings from dermatoscopy with pathology to improve diagnosis of pigmented and non-pigmented lesions
4. Describe how plastic surgery is used to treat and reconstruct skin affected by tumours, especially in delicate areas.

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