Cutaneous Medicine: Multidisciplinary Approaches in Dermatology

This advanced course offers a comprehensive exploration of dermatology through a multidisciplinary lens, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to manage complex skin disorders in collaboration with other medical specialties. Designed for dermatologists, primary care physicians, internists, and allied health professionals, the curriculum integrates cutting-edge research with clinical practice to address the intersection of dermatology with systemic disease, mental health, global health, and diagnostic innovation.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Understand the psychocutaneous connection, including stress-related exacerbations of skin disease, somatic symptom disorders, and evidence-based interventions for conditions like psoriasis, eczema, and trichotillomania.
• Master the evaluation and management of pigmentation disorders, from vitiligo and melasma to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, with emphasis on emerging therapies and patient-specific approaches.
• Recognize and manage neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) with dermatologic manifestations, including leprosy, cutaneous leishmaniasis, and filariasis, within global health contexts.
• Develop expertise in hair and scalp disorders, including alopecia areata, androgenetic alopecia, and scarring alopecias, incorporating the latest advances in genetics and targeted therapies.
• Gain proficiency in dermoscopy for the diagnosis of skin cancers, inflammatory conditions, and infections, enhancing accuracy in clinical and tele-dermatology settings.
• Explore the evolving landscape of atopic dermatitis, from pathophysiology to breakthrough treatments like biologics and JAK inhibitors, with a focus on multidisciplinary care models.

Course Features:

• Case-based learning with real-world clinical scenarios
• Interactive workshops on dermoscopy and procedural dermatology
• Expert-led discussions on bridging dermatology with rheumatology, oncology, and infectious diseases
• Updates on global health initiatives and disparities in dermatologic care

By the course’s conclusion, participants will be prepared to apply a holistic, evidence-based approach to cutaneous medicine, improving outcomes for patients with complex dermatologic needs.