36 episodes

Spot Diagnosis examines the common skin complaints that general medical practitioners are frequently presented with. It is tailored specifically for medical students, and GPs, but should also be useful for nurses and pharmacists. The series provides evidence-based, up-to-date medical education & information aimed at upskilling medical practitioners in treating skin complaints, in order to improve the skin health of our communities. The series is hosted by Associate Professor Alvin Chong, senior specialist Dermatologist, Director of Education at the Skin Health Institute in Melbourne and senior lecturer in dermatology at the University of Melbourne. A/Prof Chong discusses each issue with leading dermatologists who have sub-specialty expertise in those skin conditions being addressed. Transcripts and other education resources for medical students & GPs are available on our website - see www.spotdiagnosis.org.au. Listening to this podcast now incurs 9 RACGP CPD Activity points for Australian General Practitioners! Please visit our website for more details.

Spot Diagnosis Skin Health Institute

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 25 Ratings

Spot Diagnosis examines the common skin complaints that general medical practitioners are frequently presented with. It is tailored specifically for medical students, and GPs, but should also be useful for nurses and pharmacists. The series provides evidence-based, up-to-date medical education & information aimed at upskilling medical practitioners in treating skin complaints, in order to improve the skin health of our communities. The series is hosted by Associate Professor Alvin Chong, senior specialist Dermatologist, Director of Education at the Skin Health Institute in Melbourne and senior lecturer in dermatology at the University of Melbourne. A/Prof Chong discusses each issue with leading dermatologists who have sub-specialty expertise in those skin conditions being addressed. Transcripts and other education resources for medical students & GPs are available on our website - see www.spotdiagnosis.org.au. Listening to this podcast now incurs 9 RACGP CPD Activity points for Australian General Practitioners! Please visit our website for more details.

    S04 E03 Female Genital Dermatoses

    S04 E03 Female Genital Dermatoses

    In this episode we’ll discuss vulval skin disorders. We’ll particularly focus on vulval lichen sclerosus, lichen planus, recurrent vulval candidiasis and vulval neoplasias. Our guest experts will discuss how these conditions present, what causes them, how to investigate and how to treat them.  Our panel of experts for this episode includes consultant dermatologist, Dr Emma Veysey and obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr Hong Tran.

    https://skinhealthinstitute.org.au/spot-diagnosis/female-genital-dermatoses/
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    • 48 min
    S04 E02 Mycobacterium Ulcerans

    S04 E02 Mycobacterium Ulcerans

    In this episode we’ll discuss mycobacterium ulcerans, also known as the Buruli Ulcer or Bairnsdale Ulcer, alongside our special guest, Prof Paul Johnson. We’ll explore its clinical presentation, diagnosis, prevention and treatment.
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    • 54 min
    S04 E01 Biologics and the Skin

    S04 E01 Biologics and the Skin

    In this episode we’ll discuss biologic medications and how they can be used in diseases of the skin, alongside our special guests, A/Prof Peter Foley and Dr Karen Luetsch. We’ll explore what these drugs are, their potential side effects and how they’re prescribed, with a particular focus on psoriasis and eczema. 
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    • 48 min
    S03 E13 Ask Me Anything: Part Two

    S03 E13 Ask Me Anything: Part Two

    In this special episode, we’ll answer a fresh mix of questions submitted by our listeners with the help of our returning guest panel: Specialist Dermatologists A/Prof Alvin Chong and Dr Belinda Welsh, GP Dr Naveen ‘Sunny’ Singh and GP Trainee Dr Karen Freilich. 

    Ever wondered whether cosmetic laser is really safe? Or how to get rid of dark circles under the eyes? We also discuss how to manage facial redness, prevent scar formation and manage itch in children. We’ll also explore the endless mineral versus chemical sunscreen debate, whether there is a difference and what we should choose. 
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    • 44 min
    S03 E12 Autoimmune disorders of connective tissue: Part Two

    S03 E12 Autoimmune disorders of connective tissue: Part Two

    In this 2-part episode, we explore autoimmune disorders of connective tissue with guest experts A/Prof Mandana Nikpour and A/Prof Alvin Chong.

    In part 2, we focus on dermatomyositis and systemic sclerosus including clinical presentation, investigations, and management.
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    • 31 min
    S03 E11 Autoimmune disorders of connective tissue: Part One

    S03 E11 Autoimmune disorders of connective tissue: Part One

    In this 2-part episode, we explore autoimmune disorders of connective tissue with guest experts A/Prof Mandana Nikpour and A/Prof Alvin Chong.

    In part 1, we focus on lupus erythematosis including its subtypes, clinical presentation, investigations, and management.
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    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
25 Ratings

25 Ratings

Dr John O'Bryen ,

Thanks

Perfectly pitched to non-dermatologists!

GP Melbs ,

Thanks

I wish I discovered this podcast a few years ago- these summaries are so helpful for work in GP land.
Thanks!!

julieclareh ,

Anticipating future episodes!

I’m a 4th year pharmacy student and I found this podcast really useful for reviewing medical conditions I have learnt about. Please continue to have a recap at the end of each section! In summary, this podcast is informative, up-to-date and engaging. Great work!

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