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Skin Surgery Masterclass

Are you ready to take your surgical skills to a new level?

Our 2024 Skin Surgery Masterclass focussed on Peri-oral & Peri-ocular repairs. The Masterclass is designed to enhance your confidence in more advanced surgical techniques which can be achieved in primary care.

Please note: All procedures in this masterclass are carried out on sections of pig heads.

Join us at the Skin Surgery Masterclass and enjoy:

  • Learning skills that are specifically geared for experienced skin cancer doctors
  • Working in a dedicated surgical teaching laboratory
  • Maximum interaction with tutors due to limited numbers
  • Peer-to-peer tuition

Don’t delay, express your interest for 2025 now!

IMPORTANT – This course is suitable only for doctors with existing high level surgical skills. Acceptance of registration is subject to meeting eligibility criteria determined by SCCA.

Commencement Dates

23rd – 24th November 2024
RACS Skills & Education Centre, Melbourne
Duration

Day 1 – 9.00am to 5.00pm
Day 2 – 9.00am to 1.30pm
CPD Hours
Disclaimer – please refer to below.
Format

1.5 day workshop

Presenters

Dr Charles Ayesa

MBBS(Hons), BMedSci, FRACGP, FSCCA

Dr Charles Ayesa graduated with honours from the University of Tasmania before moving to Sydney. He completed his training in Western Sydney before becoming a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.

His interest in skin cancer medicine began during his GP training. Charles is a Fellow of the Skin Cancer College Australasia and works exclusively in skin cancer medicine in Sydney, NSW. He is the SCCA Australian deputy censor as well as an SCCA course presenter, tutor and blog author as well as a senior lecturer with the UQ Master of Medicine - Skin Cancer program.

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A/Prof Sandra Krishnan

MBBS, FRACS

Dr Sandra Krishnan is a consultant breast and general surgeon, and a clinical senior lecturer at ANU (Australian National University). She has undertaken breast oncology fellowships at the Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital, and Breast and Endocrine Unit, Concord Hospital. She also specialises in melanotic and advanced non melanotic skin cancer surgery and is a member of the ANZ Melanoma Trials Group.

Dr Mohamed Elsaid

MBBCh, MRCS, FSCCA

Dr Elsaid is the principal of OceanMed Skin Cancer Clinic and is a highly experienced Skin Cancer Doctor. After graduating from medical school in Egypt, he obtained his postgraduate Basic Surgical Training (BST) in the UK which was concluded with passing the college exams and being admitted as a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow (MRCS).

In Australia, Dr Elsaid developed a keen interest in Skin Cancer medicine and surgery, and moved on to obtaining a Fellowship in the field with the Skin Cancer College Australasia. Dr Elsaid works extensively in skin cancer of the Head and Neck including Scalp, Ears, Nose, Lips and Eyelid reconstructive surgeries.

Features

  • Expert presenters will deliver a mix of lectures, discussions, case studies and hands-on practical instruction.
  • Peri-oral repairs will include the Vermillion advancement, Abbe lip switch, and Estlander flaps, plus more.
  • Repairs focused on the Peri-ocular area will include Blepharoplasty, Tenzel, and Periosteal flaps.
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Further Information

1300 754 676

Entry Requirements

Candidates must be registered medical practitioners.

Successful completion of the SCCA Advanced Clinical Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery, UQ Masters or equivalent.

2024 Course Fees

$3,600 AUD*

*Member discount $110 AUD
*Fees inclusive of GST

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*The above summary shows the hours reasonably required for a diligent person holding the necessary pre-requisite qualifications and knowledge to properly complete all aspects of this CPD activity.
If required, additional hours can be optionally self-reported together with supporting evidence.