Agenda

Pearls in the management of paediatric atopic dermatitis

1. Assess and recognize key features of atopic dermatitis and mimickers in pediatric populations
2. Contrast differences in presentations of infectious complications in atopic dermatitis
3. Outline practical management plans involving new and old antiinflammatory treatments

Getting a grip on hand eczema

1. Hand dermatitis typically has multiple triggers which need to be addressed for treatment success
2. Review the importance of cleansers and moisturizers when treating hand dermatitis
3. Review the oral treatments available for chronic hand dermatitis as well as preventative topicals presently available and new drugs in the pipeline

Safety and indications of JAK inhibitors in dermatology

1. Describe the mechanism of action of JAK inhibitors and their role in modulating immune pathways in dermatologic conditions
2. Review the approved indications and availability of oral and topical JAK inhibitors in Canada
3. Summarize the efficacy and safety data for oral and topical JAK inhibitors, and outline key counseling points for patients regarding their use

Management of itch and prurigo nodularis

1. Outline an approach to the itchy patient
2. Review topical and oral therapies for treating itch
3. Review new and emerging treatment options for prurigo nodularis

Treatment landscape of psoriasis

1. Review the topical and systemic treatment options available for plaque psoriasis
2. Discuss the therapeutic treatment ladder for psoriasis patients
3. Highlight novel therapeutic classes available for the treatment of psoriasis

Scaling back seborrheic dermatitis

1. Gain information on the different clinical presentations of seborrheic dermatitis in different skin tones and at different body sites
2. To obtain advanced knowledge of non-prescription and prescription based treatments for seborrheic dermatitis
3. To gain an understanding of systemic (i.e. oral) therapies to control severe seborrheic dermatitis

Beyond the surface: innovations in acne management

1. Review novel topical and systemic therapies for acne in 2024
2. Discuss therapeutic options for treatment of acne sequelae
3. Highlight upcoming therapeutics for acne management

Management of rosacea and perioral dermatitis

1. Identify key differences between rosacea and perioral dermatitis in terms of clinical presentation
2. Provide practical advice regarding trigger avoidance and long-term management for patients suffering from these conditions
3. Implement stepwise pharmacologic treatment options for both conditions

Fighting melasma and hyperpigmentation

1. Differentiate between melasma and other forms of hyperpigmentation by recognizing key clinical features, common triggers, and patient risk factors to improve diagnostic accuracy in primary care settings.
2. Explain the pathophysiology of melasma and hyperpigmentation, including the role of UV exposure, hormonal influences, and inflammation, to enhance understanding of treatment strategies.
3. Outline evidence-based management approaches for melasma and hyperpigmentation, including topical therapies, procedural interventions, and lifestyle modifications, to optimize patient outcomes in family medicine practice.

Skin cancer management for the community physician

1. Become familiar with the morphology of the most common skin cancers
2. Recognize mimickers of skin cancer
3. Recognize skin cancer in richly pigmented skin
4. Initial work up and treatment of suspected skin cancers

Filtering facts: Sunscreen MOAs and top recommendations for sunscreens

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Understanding skincare trends and addressing the social media storm

1. To recognize and develop an awareness of how social media is influencing skin care trends
2. As a physician to critically appraise information found and shared on social media
3. To develop effective communication skills in the use of current social media platforms

Climate change and emerging infectious diseases in dermatology

1. Recognize the Impact of Climate Change on Emerging Infectious Diseases – Understand how changing global temperatures and extreme weather events contribute to the spread of infectious pathogens with dermatologic manifestations
2. Identify Key Emerging Pathogens with Cutaneous Presentations – Review specific bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections that are increasing in prevalence due to climate change, including their dermatologic signs and symptoms
3. Enhance Diagnostic and Management Strategies – Develop an approach to diagnosing and managing climate-driven infectious skin diseases, including considerations for geographic spread, travel history, and evolving treatment challenges

Loss and lessons: management of adult and pediatric alopecia areata

1. Describe the current treatment options for alopecia areata in both adult and pediatric patients, including their mechanisms of action, efficacy, and safety profiles
2. Compare emerging therapies for alopecia areata, highlighting key clinical trial data and their potential impact on treatment guidelines
3. Develop an evidence-based approach for selecting and personalizing treatment strategies for patients with alopecia areata based on disease severity, age, and comorbid conditions

Advances in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia

1. Review the underlying genetic and hormonal mechanisms contributing to androgenetic alopecia, including the role of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and follicular miniaturization
2. Review the current Health Canada-approved treatments, off-label therapies, and emerging innovations for androgenetic alopecia, including pharmacologic and procedural options
3. Review key clinical and trichoscopic features of androgenetic alopecia and provide practical strategies to personalize treatment plans and improve patient outcomes

Updates on paediatric and adult vitiligo

1. To review current insights on the pathogenesis of vitiligo
2. To review the differential diagnosis of vitiligo
3. To review the work-up and investigations to think about when assessing the vitiligo patient
4. To provide an overview of novel treatments for vitiligo

Recognition and management of nail disorders for the primary care physician

1. Participants will be able to apply three key lessons that will immediately improve the care of their patients with nail conditions

Best practices in the management of hidradenitis suppurativa

1. Identify and classify HS severity and differentiate it from common mimickers
2. Review evidence-based treatment options for HS, including topical, systemic, and procedural therapies, and apply appropriate treatment strategies in primary care.
3. Discuss multidisciplinary management approaches by outlining referral pathways, and supportive care measures to improve patient outcomes.

Vulvar dermatoses and postmenopausal skin

1. To differentiate lichen simplex chronicus from lichen sclerosus
2. To recognize and treat lichen simplex chronicus and lichen sclerosus
3. To review treatments for postmenopausal vulvar dryness

Cosmeceuticals in everyday practice

1. Clarify the classification of cosmeceuticals versus pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, highlighting regulatory implications
2. Analyze clinical data to assess the effectiveness, safety, and appropriate use of various cosmeceuticals in daily practice
3. Explore how digital trends influence consumer choices and clinical recommendations, including pediatric considerations, and help clarify practical considerations and clinical recommendations for use

Minimally invasive aesthetic procedures

1. To analyze treatment planning for the aesthetic patient with a 360 degree approach to wellness
2. To review different modalities used to achieve natural results
3. To evaluate the impact on individual confidence of these treatments

Clinical diversity in dermatology

1. Explore how common dermatologic conditions (e.g., eczema, psoriasis, melanoma) present differently in individuals with diverse skin types
2. Identify dermatologic conditions that disproportionately affect individuals with diverse skin types
3. Recognize potential challenges in accurately diagnosing dermatologic conditions in individuals with diverse skin types