In this episode, we explore vasculitis with guest expert Associate Professor Rob Kelly. We’ll discuss the causes of vasculitis, different subtypes including small vessel, medium vessel and large vessel disease, how we might investigate for vasculitis and the variety of treatment options available. Available on Spotify and Apple podcasts Click the links below to start …
In this 2-part episode, we explore autoimmune disorders of connective tissue with guest experts Associate Professor Mandana Nikpour and Associate Professor Alvin Chong. In part 1, we focus on lupus erythematosis including its subtypes, clinical presentation, investigations, and management. In part 2, we focus on dermatomyositis and systemic sclerosus including clinical presentation, investigations, and management. …
In this episode Dr Belinda Welsh discusses rosacea from the perspective of a dermatologist, and her first-hand experience as a patient. The subtypes of rosacea, approach to diagnosis, and treatment strategies for rosacea are artfully explored by dependable co-hosts Associate Professor Alvin Chong and Dr Blake Mumford. Available on Spotify and Apple podcasts Click the links below …
BCCs are one of the keratinocyte carcinomas, the other being SCC. These are cancers that arise from keratinocytes, the cells that make up a vast majority of the epidermis. BCCs are the most common type of skin cancer. In fact, BCCs are the most common type of cancer, period. To give you some perspective, in …
This episode covers everything you need to know about how to protect yourself from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation. We also dive into public health campaigns and their role in skin cancer, focusing on Australia’s world renowned SunSmart program. Associate Professor Alvin Chong and Dr Blake Mumford discuss the finer points of sunscreen use …
This episode covers the spectrum of keratinocyte atypia from actinic keratosis, to Bowen’s disease, and finally squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). SCC is the second most common skin cancer and about 600 Australians die from SCC every year. Join Dr Blake Mumford, Associate Professor Alvin Chong, and Dr Michelle Goh as they discuss their approach to …
Scabies, you’re not a true dermatologist until you’ve had it. Listen in to experts Associate Professor Alvin Chong and Professor Andrew Steer discuss scabies, a scourge that has been with humanity for over 2,500 years. Learn where to look for scabies mite burrows, what makes you itch, and war time experiments undertaken to work out …
Childhood exanthems present a quandary: how do you differentiate the rash of meningococcal septicaemia from the non-specific viral exanthem? What’s a Koplik spot and what about Forcheimer spots? And what about recognizing infections that can affect the foetus? Learn how to recognise childhood exanthems and enanthems with Professor John Su, a paediatrician and dermatologist. Available …
Skin pigmentation disorders can have a profound impact on the mental wellbeing of those affected. Not all white patches of skin are vitiligo! Tune in as Dr. Blake Mumford and Dr. Aaron Robinson discuss disorders of hypopigmentation and depigmentation with Dr. Michelle Rodrigues. Learn about how fungal infections can cause hypopigmentation and exciting new treatments …
What’s the difference between a freckle and a solar lentigo? What common disorder of hyperpigmentation can be found on Morgan Freeman’s cheeks? Find out the answers to these questions and more on this episode of Spot Diagnosis, as Dr Michelle Rodrigues, Dr Blake Mumford, and Dr Aaron Robinson discuss this important topic. Available on Spotify …
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