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Medicare targets doctors claiming skin excisions in latest 'nudge' campaign

18th July 2019
The Department of Health is sending out letters to 100 GPs, dermatologists and surgeons frequently billing Medicare for skin…
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Australian Doctor News

Medical watchdog warns doctors against unnecessary cryotherapy

17th July 2019
A medical watchdog is urging doctors to consider the harms of liquid nitrogen use in treating common skin lesions following…
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Medical Observer Opinion

In the hunt for skin cancer, this scope is just the weapon

17th July 2019
In the pursuit of skin cancer villains, dermatoscopes are increasingly becoming an essential part of every GP’s arsenal. …
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Specialist Updates Dermatology

College president says 3D imaging may combat rural dermatologist shortage

17th July 2019
Three-dimensional imaging is a possible solution for early detection of skin cancer in rural and remote areas in the face of…
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Professor David Francis
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It's time for GPs to speak up about pharma

15th July 2019
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Specialist Updates Dermatology

Is a 2cm excision margin safe for melanoma?

16th July 2019
Excising invasive melanomas with a surgical margin of 2cm is as safe as using a 4cm margin, according to long-term results…
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6Minutes News

How a two-cent baby wipe lifts patient satisfaction

16th July 2019
Offering patients a two-cent baby wipe ahead of a genital examination may be a simple way to lift patient satisfaction,…
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Specialist Updates Dermatology

'Surprising range' of psychiatric concerns raised in patients on isotretinoin

15th July 2019
People taking isotretinoin for severe acne appear to experience a wider range of psychiatric adverse events than just…
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