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Complex Cases and Emerging Technologies in Melanoma: GP Education Breakfast
The Poche Centre
Wollstonecraft NSW, Australia
Description
Join Melanoma Institute Australia (MIA) for an interactive education event designed for General Practitioners with an interest in skin cancer diagnosis and management.
Hear from Dermatologists on the role of Total Body Photography and advances in melanoma detection, diagnosing challenging melanoma presentations such as lip lesions, and recognising and managing cutaneous toxicities associated with immunotherapy.
The program will also feature interactive small-group case discussions led by leading Skin Cancer Doctors, providing an opportunity to explore complex clinical scenarios, share experiences with colleagues and apply evidence-based approaches to clinical decision-making.
Presentations include:*
Total body photography and advances in technology - Dr Christoph Sinz (Dermatologist)
Diagnosing challenging melanoma subtypes: lip lesions - Dr Bruna Gallo (Dermatologist)
Cutaneous toxicity associated with immunotherapy - A/Prof Linda Martin (Dermatologist)
Interactive case-based discussions - Chaired by A/Prof Paul Fishburn and Dr Christene Mikhail (Skin Cancer Doctors)
Whether you are refining your approach to melanoma surveillance, navigating challenging presentations or managing patients experiencing treatment-related toxicities, this event will provide practical insights to support your clinical practice.
Register now to build your knowledge, exchange clinical insights and strengthen your approach to melanoma care.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Evaluate the role of total body photography in melanoma surveillance including its benefits, limitations and application to clinical practice.
Identify and assess challenging melanoma presentations, including lip lesions, and determine appropriate investigation, referral and management pathways.
Recognise and assess cutaneous toxicities associated with immunotherapy, including features that warrant treatment escalation, specialist consultation or urgent referral.
Analyse and discuss melanoma cases to apply evidence-based approaches to clinical decision-making, patient management and referral.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Saturday 27 February 2027, 9:00am–1:00pm (Note: Registration will open and breakfast served at 8:30am with presentations commencing at 9am sharp)
Location: The Poche Centre, 40 Rocklands Rd, Wollstonecraft
Cost: $150 (inc. GST). Ticket price includes on-site parking and all catering.
CPD: This event has been accredited for 2 EA and 1.5 RP CPD hours with RACGP (ID: XX), ACRRM (ID: XX) and SkinPro CPD (ID: XX).
RSVP: By 15 February. Tickets are strictly limited so please reserve yours ASAP and advise us if you're no longer able to make it.
*Program and speakers are subject to change.
Lineup
Dr Christoph Sinz
Christoph is a dermatologist specialising in non-invasive skin imaging, including confocal microscopy, optical coherence tomography, and dermatoscopy. He trained at the Medical University of Vienna, where he later led the confocal microscopy service and high-risk melanoma clinic. After completing a fellowship at the Sydney Melanoma Diagnostic Centre in 2019, he joined the Dermatology practice at MIA.
Dr Bruna Gallo
A/Prof Linda Martin
Linda is Head of Dermatology at the University of New South Wales, Staff Specialist Dermatologist at Sydney Children’s Hospital, and Principal Dermatologist and Faculty member at Melanoma Institute Australia. She has a particular interest in diagnosis of melanoma in high-risk populations, and management of immunotherapy associated cutaneous toxicities.
A/Prof Paul Fishburn
Paul is a Skin Cancer Doctor based at Norwest Skin Cancer Centre in Sydney. He has a teaching appointment at The University of Queensland and is a co-author of the Australian Cancer Council Guidelines on the management of melanoma and keratinocyte skin cancers.
Dr Christene Mikhail
Christene is a Skin Cancer Doctor at a number of clinics in Sydney, including Norwest Skin Cancer Centre, and is a Senior Lecturer in UQ’s Master of Medicine (Skin Cancer) program.
Testimonials
"As a skin cancer GP this type of content with short, informative talks, great speakers and quizzes with excellent food is a great way of improving skills and updating information."
"The speakers are world authorities on this subject matter, excellently put on conference."
"Good opportunity to learn from leading specialists in melanoma to ensure we are offering the best possible care."
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