Spot Diagnosis
Spot Diagnosis
Skin Health Institute
Spot Diagnosis examines the common skin complaints that general medical practitioners are frequently presented with. It is tailored specifically for medical students, and GPs, but should also be useful for nurses and pharmacists. The series provides evidence-based, up-to-date medical education & information aimed at upskilling medical practitioners in treating skin complaints, in order to improve the skin health of our communities. The series is hosted by Associate Professor Alvin Chong, senior specialist Dermatologist, Director of Education at the Skin Health Institute in Melbourne and senior lecturer in dermatology at the University of Melbourne. A/Prof Chong discusses each issue with leading dermatologists who have sub-specialty expertise in those skin conditions being addressed. Transcripts and other education resources for medical students & GPs are available on our website - see www.spotdiagnosis.org.au. Listening to this podcast now incurs 9 RACGP CPD Activity points for Australian General Practitioners! Please visit our website for more details.
S5 E4  Sun Protection: Revisited
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, and as we head into the summer months it is important we understand how to effectively protect ourselves from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. For our latest episode of Spot Diagnosis Podcast we are revisiting our original Sun Protection episode from 2020 with guest experts, dermatologist, A/Prof Peter Foley and Programs and Priority Populations Manager at SunSmart, Shannon Jones. In this episode, we’ll discuss the finer points of sunscreen use, how to protect yourself from harmful UV rays whilst also debunking common sun protection myths Sun Protection: Revisited - Skin Health InstituteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 13, 2023
31 min
Stories About Skin Navigating Eczema: A Clinician Perspective
In this episode of Spot Diagnosis, Stories about Skin, clinicians reflect upon their encounters of some of the challenges faced by patients with eczema and how this impacts the lives of their patients.  A/Prof Alvin Chong and Dr Susan Robertson, dermatologists, provide valuable medical perspectives, treatment insights, and the latest advancements in eczema research, and clinical psychologist A/Prof Ross King, discusses the mental health toll of eczema on the patient.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 20, 2023
43 min
Stories About Skin Navigating Eczema: A Patient Perspective
In this episode of Spot Diagnosis, Stories about Skin, we hear two heartfelt reflections from Annie, a 25-year-old lifelong sufferer of eczema and Jenny, the mother of seven-year-old Atticus, a young child who has battled with severe eczema since the age of one. Both enlighten and educate us about the patient perspective of what it means to suffer from eczema, one that is often overlooked and sometimes dismissed from the biomedical rhetoric.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 20, 2023
1 hr 6 min
S5 E3 Dermatopathology pearls
In this episode we’ll discuss dermatopathology and how it helps us diagnose a patient’s clinical presentation. We will also dive into the reasons behind the rationale for a skin biopsy, selecting the most appropriate biopsy type and where to perform biopsies in cases of widespread disease. Our panel of experts for this episode includes dermatopathologist, Dr Saurabh Prakash and dermatologist, A/Prof Alvin Chong. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 15, 2023
24 min
S5 E2 Latest trends in dermatology | World Congress of Dermatology 2023
This episode of Spot Diagnosis was recorded live at the World Congress of Dermatology in July 2023. Our hosts, A/Prof Alvin Chong and Dr Laxmi Iyengar interviewed a number of global experts in their field and discussed current trends in dermatology. Social media experts, Dr Sandra Lee aka ‘Dr Pimple Popper’ and Dr Muneeb Shah otherwise known as ‘Dermdoctor’, discuss the use of social media in dermatology. Dr Sarah Arron describes how artificial intelligence can enhance clinical practice and Prof Esther Freeman sheds light on COVID19 and global health dermatology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 26, 2023
28 min
S5 E1 Pityriasis rosea and pityriasis versicolor
In our first episode of season 5, we’re thrilled to present ‘Vignettes of Dermatology’, a fresh series that delves into various aspects of dermatology through concise, focused episodes.   To commence, we’re examining pityriasis rosea and pityriasis versicolor—two conditions with similar names, yet distinct underlying causes.  During this episode, we’ll explore their distinguishing clinical presentations, dissect their differential diagnoses, and discuss the range of management strategies available for effectively addressing these dermatological conditions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 14, 2023
20 min
S04 E08 Skin Disease in Immunosuppression
In this episode we’ll discuss common skin conditions in those who are immunosuppressed. In particular, we’ll explore skin malignancies in the immunosuppressed, common immunosuppressant medications and their relative immunosuppressant activity, in addition to other fungal, bacterial and benign skin conditions that may be encountered.  Our panel of experts for this episode includes consultant dermatologists A/Prof Alvin Chong and Dr Sarah Brennand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 10, 2023
33 min
S04 E06 Oral Mucosal Diseases: Part One
In this episode we will focus on a particularly common oral mucosal presentation, ulcers. We'll explore common causes of mouth ulcers, how are these diagnosed, how to investigate for underlying conditions, and how to manage them. To guide us through this challenging topic, we are joined by special guest experts, oral medicine specialist Dr Simone Belobrov and dermatologist A/Prof Laura Scardamaglia.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 12, 2023
31 min
S04 E07 Oral Mucosal Diseases: Part Two
In this episode, we will explore a range of oral mucosal presentations including oral lichen planus, Sjogren’s syndrome and presentations suggestive of malignancy. To guide us through this challenging topic, we are again joined by special guest experts, oral medicine specialist Dr. Simone Belobrov and dermatologist A/Prof Laura Scardamaglia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 12, 2023
30 min
S04 E05 Male Genital Dermatoses
In this episode we’ll discuss male genital skin and mucosal conditions. We’ll particularly focus on inflammatory conditions such as balanitis & lichen sclerosus, signs suggestive of malignancy and presentations of sexually transmitted infections.  Our panel of experts for this episode includes dermatologists A/Prof Anthony Hall and Dr Mark Darling. https://skinhealthinstitute.org.au/for-health-professionals/spot-diagnosis/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 8, 2023
49 min
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