Join Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson on this captivating Rash Decisions podcast series, a fascinating journey for healthcare professionals into the r...
Actinic Keratosis (Part 1) - The risk of malignancy
In this episode of Rash Decisions, hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson delve into actinic keratoses (AKs), also known as solar keratoses. With expert insights, they discuss the nature of these common sun-induced lesions, their role as markers of both UV exposure and damage, along with practical approaches to diagnosis.
Key Takeaways:
How to differentiate AKs from other keratotic lesions, including Bowen’s disease, keratoacanthoma and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)
The significance of clinical grading and the concept of "field cancerization"
Practical tips for dermatoscopic evaluation and deciding when to refer patients.
Tune in to enhance your understanding of AKs and how the majority can be managed within primary care settings.
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence.
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Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at [email protected], and we’ll do our best to cover it.
The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.
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Viral Infections (Part 4) - From local to global
Your hosts Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson are joined once again by special guest Dr Marina Morgan, Consultant Clinical Microbiologist at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. Together, they explore the fascinating and sometimes alarming world of viral skin infections, covering conditions from glandular fever to tropical viral infections like dengue, chikungunya and Zika, along with the global spread of mpox.
Key takeaways:
Recognising glandular fever and its differential diagnoses, including CMV and acute HIV seroconversion.
How global travel and climate change are impacting the spread of tropical viral infections.
The new dengue and mpox vaccines.
Practical advice for identifying and managing mpox and its implications for patients and public health.
Tune in to gain valuable insights into the complexities of diagnosing and managing viral skin infections.
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence.
Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/aproderm/
Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us keep creating educational podcasts for you.
Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at [email protected], and we’ll do our best to cover it.
The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated in or been involved in the programme, materials or delivery of this educational content.
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Viral Infections (Part 3) - Viral or non-viral?
Dr Marina Morgan, Consultant Clinical Microbiologist at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, is back once again, joining Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson in their deep dive into the world of viral rashes.
From Kawasaki disease to Covid-19-related skin issues, the trio explores the complexities of diagnosing and managing these, often misunderstood, conditions.
Key Takeaways:
Recognising the unique characteristics of Kawasaki disease, MIS-C, and toxic shock syndrome.
Understanding how Covid-19 can present a wide spectrum of skin manifestations.
Practical tips for primary care professionals to help identify urgent cases that require hospital referral.
Tune in for expert insights and practical advice to enhance your dermatological knowledge.
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence.
Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/
Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us keep creating educational podcasts for you.
Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at [email protected], and we’ll do our best to cover it.
The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.
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Viral Infections (Part 2) - More than just measles
We’ve gone viral!
Join Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson as they discuss paraviral rashes, where the rash is an immune response to the virus.
They’ll be covering:
Measles
Rubella
Fifth disease
Pityriasis rosea
Hand, foot and mouth disease
Herpangina
Tune in to hear tips for diagnosis, the available treatment options and some potentially serious complications.
Plus, the two hosts will be discussing why they think the MMR vaccine uptake is falling, resulting in rising cases of measles.
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence.
Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/
Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us keep creating educational podcasts for you.
Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at [email protected], and we’ll do our best to cover it.
The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.
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Viral Infections (Part 1) - Viral wisdom
Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson share their wisdom on viral infections. In the first of three episodes on this topic, they’ll cover cytopathogenic rashes, where the virus is present in the skin lesion.
Along with sharing their top six viral facts, they’ll talk you through:
Viral warts
Herpes simplex infections
Chickenpox
Shingles
Orf
Molluscum contagiosum
For each of these conditions, they’ll discuss what the virus is up to, share their experiences on the available treatments and complications that you should be aware of in primary care.
Thank you to our kind sponsor AproDerm, who provide a comprehensive range of quality emollients designed for the management of dry skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis and ichthyosis.
To simplify the process of finding the most suitable emollient for each patient, they have developed a remarkable solution: the AproDerm Emollient Starter Pack. This pack conveniently combines all four of their emollients in a single prescription, enabling patients to identify their ideal emollient more efficiently, aiding both compliance and adherence.
Find out more: https://aproderm.com/aproderm-emollient-starter-pack/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fontus-health-ltd/
Got some feedback for us? Please rate and review Rash Decisions to help us keep creating educational podcasts for you.
Is there a dermatology topic you’d like us to explore? Email us at [email protected], and we’ll do our best to cover it.
The views expressed in this podcast are of Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson. Fontus Health has not influenced, participated, or been involved in the programme, materials, or delivery of educational content.
Join Dr George Moncrieff and Dr Roger Henderson on this captivating Rash Decisions podcast series, a fascinating journey for healthcare professionals into the realm of dermatology, bridging the gap in recognising, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of skin conditions.
With over 70 years of combined experience in general practice, they delve deep into a diverse range of dermatological conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and acne, to name a few.
Explore the epidemiology, symptoms, triggers, and real-life impacts of these conditions, as they share first-hand experiences from their own GP practices, through bite-sized episodes lasting between 20 to 30 minutes each.
Whether you’re training to be a healthcare professional or simply looking to refresh and upskill your dermatology knowledge, this powerful resource will empower you to enhance patient care and make confident, informed decisions to achieve optimal outcomes.
With a new episode dropping every three weeks, you’ll have a regular dose of expert insights and practical tips and advice at your fingertips with this podcast series, so that you don’t make any Rash Decisions!
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