0918 Dermatology (Skin System/Scar) (Stream 1) - 18 September 2024

IMPORTANT NOTE: This Stream 1 module requires you to also complete Core (Stream 1) to become an approved assessor. 

Delivery: Webinar

This is a Stream 1 module and it’s designed for doctors that have never successfully completed the Dermatology Stream 1 module and do not hold this accreditation. Accreditation requires you to attend the session as well as successfully completing the module assessment.

Successful completion of the module will lead to awarding of one accreditation

1. Dermatology ( Skin System/Scar)

If you have already successfully completed this module and you want to undertake continuing education, please go back to the homepage and enrol in Dermatology (Skin System/Scar) update (Stream 2).

*Course cost includes GST.

*Participants need to have their AMA4 Guide with them during the training session.

Module information

This module covers the methodology in the Guides for evaluating permanent impairment of the skin and its appendages.

The module mostly covers Chapter 13 of the Guides but does include how and when to refer to other part of the Guides (including part of Chapter 9) to assess facial impairment.

The module covers

• The assessment of skin as organ system which includes assessments of scars (including surgical scar), burns, skin grafts, and stumps, but also includes dermatological conditions such as dermatitis.
• The approach to evaluate the impact of a skin condition on activities of daily living.
• The approach to use when considering what symptoms and signs or skin disorder may be present, whether these will change with treatment, and the extent of any treatment that may be required.
• The use of part of Chapter 9 to assess facial impairment.
• The approach to be taken when other parts of the Guides are used to assess the effect of certain skin conditions.