Derm Insights Navigating Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is Australia's most prevalent chronic inflammatory skin disease, affecting approximately 20% of children and 10% of adults. Uncontrolled AD imposes a substantial burden on patients, leading to persistent discomfort and quality of life impairment. 

This comprehensive program equips GPs to master the nuances of AD, distinguishing it from other conditions, assessing disease severity, and developing tailored treatment plans. 

Given the rapid evolution of AD treatment options, including promising therapies like Janus Kinase inhibitors (JAKi), the need for GPs to consistently and precisely assess AD severity has become ever more critical to patient care, including timely referral to specialists when necessary. This course offers an interactive learning experience tailored to empower GPs with the skills and knowledge needed to identify and effectively manage patients with atopic dermatitis, even in severe cases.

Core Units

• Communication skills and the patient-doctor relationship
• Applied professional knowledge and skills
• Population health and the context of general practice

Contextual Units

• Child and youth health
• Dermatological presentations

Program Level Requirements

• Health Inequities
• Professionalism and Ethical Practice

Location: Archer Room - The Botanical Hotel, 169 Domain Road, South Yarra 3141.

Learning outcomes:

• Define the key characteristics and pathophysiology of atopic dermatitis and distinguish it from other dermatoses.
• Accurately assess atopic dermatitis disease severity using validated scoring systems.
• Outline a primary management plan for atopic dermatitis that acknowledges and addresses its psychosocial impact.
• Develop personalized treatment plans for patients with atopic dermatitis by integrating patient education, appropriate skincare regimen, topical treatments and systemic therapies.
• Identify and outline the different types of emerging therapies and their mechanisms of action.