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SUMMARY:2025 Sydney GP Dermoscopy Workshop: Melanoma in Focus
DESCRIPTION:Develop your dermoscopy skills at our upcoming workshop hosted by Melanoma Institute Australia. \nDermoscopy is an invaluable tool for General Practitioners\, offering a detailed assessment of skin lesions in everyday practice. \nThis introductory workshop is designed for General Practitioners who are new to dermoscopy or looking to build confidence in skin lesion assessment\, with a focus on its role in diagnosing and monitoring melanoma in general practice. \nParticipants will build confidence by gaining foundational knowledge and practical skills in identifying structures and distinguishing skin lesions\, including melanoma\, through the “Chaos and clues” algorithm\, as well as identifying common benign entities. \nDate and Time: Saturday 1 November 2025\, 8:30am to 2pm (Note: Registration will open at 8:00am with presentations commencing at 8:30am sharp) \nLocation: The Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Rd\, Wollstonecraft NSW 2065\, Australia \nCost: Free (Note: morning tea and lunch will be provided) \nCPD: This event has been accredited for 4.5hr EA hours with RACGP (ID: 1326917)\, SkinPro CPD (ID: 10119) and ACRRM (ID: 37655). \nPRESENTERS:* \n\nA/Prof Paul Fishburn – Skin Cancer GP\, Norwest Skin Cancer Centre\nDr Christoph Sinz – Dermatologist\, Melanoma Institute Australia\nDr Nigel Maher – Anatomical Pathologist\, Melanoma Institute Australia\n\nPlease note: This event is for General GPs and is a foundational dermoscopy workshop. \nMore details / register at the link below. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/2025-sydney-gp-dermoscopy-workshop-melanoma-in-focus/
LOCATION:The Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Road\, Wollstonecraft\, NSW\, 2065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education,Clinician Education
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SUMMARY:SunSafe Student Program - Sydney\, Wollstonecraft (Aug 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Help change attitudes about sun safety in a very important demographic: our youth. \n\n\nMelanoma Institute Australia’s SunSafe Student Ambassador Program is a free one-day workshop that teaches teens about the importance of sun safety and the dangers of tanning\, while developing their public speaking skills and empowering them to be champions of change within their school community. The program promotes student wellbeing and fulfils PDHPE/HPE curriculum outcomes.\n\n\n\nSchools are invited to send 3-5 students from Years 8-10 plus an accompanying teacher to participate in this important program.\n\n2025 locations include:\n\n Wollstonecraft\, Sydney (14 August)\n Camperdown\, Sydney (20 August)\n Cottesloe\, Perth (27 August)\n Hobart (4 September)\n Brisbane (9 September)\n Ballina (12 September)\n Wagga Wagga (18 September)\n\nVIEW INFORMATION SHEET ABOUT SYDNEY EVENT  Schools – please register now using button below – places are filling fast!\nSCHOOLS – REGISTER NOW\n\nParents – please encourage your child’s school to attend\, or complete the expression of interest form below. \n\nEXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM\nThe SunSafe Program is an initiative of Melanoma Institute Australia and is held in partnership with Cancer Council NSW\, Sydney Local Health District and Northern Sydney Local Health District. 
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/sunsafe-student-ambassador-program-2025-sydney-wollstonecraft/
LOCATION:The Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Road\, Wollstonecraft\, NSW\, 2065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanoma Institute Australia Education Team":MAILTO:education@melanoma.org.au
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SUMMARY:Melanoma and Skin Cancer Nurse Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Melanoma Institute Australia\, this symposium brings together leading multidisciplinary experts to explore latest developments in melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) management to improve your patient care. \nGain valuable insights into: \n\nA comprehensive melanoma overview\nThe latest topical treatments for lentigo maligna and NMSC\nThe role of genetic testing in melanoma\nEarly assessment and management of rare immunotherapy toxicities\nNeoadjuvant melanoma treatment from multidisciplinary perspectives\nMultidisciplinary case study discussion\nManaging complex head and neck skin cancers\nUnderstanding mucosal melanoma\nAvailable support services for patients and healthcare providers\nAn update on the National Melanoma Nursing Program\n\nThe day includes opportunities to engage with experts during Q&A sessions\, an interactive quiz and opportunities to network with your colleagues. \nDate: Thursday 8 May 2025\, 8:30am to 3:30pm (Registration will open at 8am with presentations commencing at 8:30am sharp)\nVenue: Melanoma Institute Australia (The Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Rd\, Wollstonecraft NSW 2065)\nCost: $95.00 (inc GST). Ticket price includes morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/melanoma-and-skin-cancer-nurse-symposium/
LOCATION:The Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Road\, Wollstonecraft\, NSW\, 2065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education,Clinician Education
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SUMMARY:GP Education Breakfast: Essential updates in melanoma care
DESCRIPTION:Melanoma Institute Australia is pleased to invite you to our educational breakfast for Skin Cancer Doctors and GPs with an interest in skin cancer medicine. \nCo-hosted by A/Prof Sydney Ch’ng (Plastic and Head & Neck Surgeon) and A/Prof Alexander van Akkooi (Surgical Oncologist)\, our engaging breakfast session will feature multidisciplinary experts discussing the latest updates in melanoma diagnosis and treatment across the disease spectrum. \nPRESENTATIONS:* \n– Dermoscopic clues in the diagnosis of amelanotic melanoma\, Prof Pascale Guitera (Dermatologist\, MIA)\n– Surgical management of melanoma and melanoma in-situ\, A/Prof Robyn Saw (Surgical Oncologist\, MIA)\n– Changing melanoma treatment landscape and neoadjuvant therapy update\, A/Prof Alexander van Akkooi (Surgical Oncologist\, MIA)\n– Interactive case study breakout discussion\, led by A/Prof Paul Fishburn (Skin Cancer GP\, University of QLD\n– An update on the Targeted Screening Program\, Prof Anne Cust (Epidemiologist\, MIA and the Daffodil Centre)\n– Genetic testing for melanoma: What GPs need to know\, A/Prof Linda Martin (Dermatologist\, MIA) and Dr Jack Dong (Cancer Geneticist\, NSW\nHealth)\n– Supporting a patient and family through diagnosis\, Dr Lisa Gomes (Psychologist\, MIA)\n– Fireside chat discussion\, Led by Dr William Shepperd (Skin Cancer GP\, MIA) \nThis program will conclude with a quiz where you’ll have the chance to win a dermatoscope from HEINE. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect\, learn\, and gain invaluable insights from leaders in the field. \nDate: Saturday 8 March 2025. 8:30am to 1:00pm (Note: Registrations and breakfast service will commence at 8:30am with presentations commencing at 9am sharp) \nCost: Free \nCPD: 3.5 hours of CPD. A certificate of attendance will be provided. Accreditation details coming soon. \nParking: Complimentary onsite parking will be available. Enter via Rocklands Rd. \nRSVP: By 24 February. Please note this is a face-to-face event only. Seats are strictly limited so please reserve your ticket ASAP and advise us if you’re no longer able to make it. \n*Program is subject to change. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/gp-education-breakfast-essential-updates-in-melanoma-care/
LOCATION:The Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Road\, Wollstonecraft\, NSW\, 2065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education,Clinician Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanoma Institute Australia Education Team":MAILTO:education@melanoma.org.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240224T123000
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SUMMARY:GP Education Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Melanoma Institute Australia is pleased to invite you to our educational breakfast for Skin Cancer Doctors and GPs with an interest in skin cancer medicine. \nHear from our multidisciplinary experts as we discuss the alignment of skin cancer care between primary and specialist services that will ultimately elevate your practice and patient care. \nPRESENTATIONS*:\n• Challenging melanoma diagnoses – Dr Christoph Sinz (Dermatologist)\n• Provision of surgical services by GPs and other specialists in skin cancer management – Assoc Prof Alexander van Akkooi (Surgical Oncologist)\n• The role of the GP in radiological scanning for melanoma – Dr Kevin London (Nuclear Medicine Specialist)\n• Advances in diagnostic technology – Prof Pascale Guitera (Dermatologist)\n• Skin cancer follow up care and the importance of shared care – Assoc Prof Robyn Saw (General Surgeon)\n• Understanding the increasing role of immunotherapy in melanoma: What GPs should know about complications and managing side effects – A/Prof Alexander Menzies (Medical Oncologist) \nThe breakfast session will also include several engaging case study discussions led by our hosts A/Prof Sydney Ch’ng (Plastic and Head & Neck Surgeon) and A/Prof Paul Fishburn (Skin Cancer GP). \nCost: Free \nCPD: A certificate of attendance will be provided for 3 hours of CPD. Accreditation details will be provided shortly. \nRSVP: By 13 February. Seats are strictly limited so please reserve your ticket ASAP and advise us if you’re no longer able to make it. \nPlease note this is a face-to-face event only. \n*Program is subject to change.  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/gp-education-breakfast-collaborative-care-in-skin-cancer/
LOCATION:The Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Road\, Wollstonecraft\, NSW\, 2065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Clinician Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanoma Institute Australia Education Team":MAILTO:education@melanoma.org.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230504T163000
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SUMMARY:2023 Sydney Nurse Melanoma Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging educational program designed for all nurses who care for melanoma patients.  \nHosted by Melanoma Institute Australia\, our one-day symposium for nurses will give you practical insights based on the latest research in the diagnosis and treatment of melanoma and complex skin cancers. \nThe 2023 Sydney Nurse Melanoma Symposium program covers the whole spectrum of the disease and features engaging presentations from multidisciplinary experts in the field. \nWe are pleased to be having a new hands-on workshop session this year\, as well as the option to attend a surgical or medical concurrent stream during our afternoon session. View the program\, and register using the button below. \nCost: $95 (inc GST) \nCPD: A Certificate of Attendance will be given after completing a survey on the event. \nRSVP: By 27 April 2023 \nSEE PROGRAM\, REGISTER NOW
URL:https://melanoma.org.au/event/2023-sydney-nurse-melanoma-symposium/
LOCATION:The Poche Centre\, 40 Rocklands Road\, Wollstonecraft\, NSW\, 2065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Education,Clinician Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanoma Institute Australia Education Team":MAILTO:education@melanoma.org.au
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