In this episode, we delve into a comparison between two prevalent skin issues: periorificial dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis. We explore the factors associated with periorificial dermatitis, such as frequent use of layered cosmetics, prolonged application of potent topical steroids, and wearing masks. In contrast, seborrheic dermatitis manifests in areas abundant in sebaceous glands, where skin's natural inhabitants like Malassezia Furfur break down fatty acids in sebum, leading to skin inflammation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

In this episode, we explore the interrelationship between diseases affecting the gut and the skin, in other words, cutaneous manifestations of gastrointestinal disease. We discuss the pathophysiology of coeliac disease, inflammatory bowel disease and common skin conditions such as acne and explore how and why these conditions clinically manifest in the skin. For more information on this episode and to access the resources, click the link below: https://skinhealthinstitute.org.au/spot-diagnosis/the-skin-and-the-gut/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Artificial intelligence is a hot topic in dermatology but do we truly understand the breadth of its applications? In this episode of Spot Diagnosis, A/Prof Aaron Robinson and A/Prof Victoria Mar unwrap artificial intelligence for the end user and detail how it can be used as an adjunct in clinical practice. For more information on this episode visit https://skinhealthinstitute.org.au/spot-diagnosis/artificial-intelligence-in-dermatology/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

In this episode we're examining two skin conditions that are frequently presented in general practice, infective folliculitis and pseudofolliculitis barbae. 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. https://skinhealthinstitute.org.au/for-health-professionals/spot-diagnosis/spot-diagnosis-podcast-season-5/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

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 debunki ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 fo ..read more

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 ..read more