Course Overview
The Dermatology Procedures for the Primary Care Practice course by Empire Medical Training is tailored for licensed healthcare professionals—including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses—who wish to expand their clinical competencies to include dermatological procedures. This comprehensive program covers a range of techniques such as cryosurgery, radiofrequency excision, modern electrosurgery, various biopsy methods, and fundamental suturing principles. Participants will gain hands-on experience in treating conditions like lipomas, seborrheic dermatitis, basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, melanomas, ingrown toenails, warts, cysts, actinic keratoses, skin tags, chalazions, and abscesses. The course emphasizes practical training with live model patients under the guidance of board-certified dermatologists.
All necessary products and equipment for the training are included in the course tuition. There are no prerequisites, making this course accessible to licensed medical professionals seeking to enhance their dermatological skill set.
What to Expect
As a provider considering this course, you can expect to gain:
- Proficiency in dermatological procedures: Learn to perform cryosurgery, electrosurgery, various biopsy techniques, and suturing to manage a wide array of skin conditions.
- Hands-on experience with live patients: Engage in practical training sessions under expert supervision to build confidence and competence in dermatological interventions.
- Comprehensive understanding of skin lesion management: Develop skills to assess, diagnose, and treat common skin lesions and disorders effectively within your practice. Empire Medical Training
- Enhanced patient care capabilities: Expand your service offerings to include in-office dermatological treatments, reducing the need for specialist referrals and improving patient satisfaction.
- Increased practice revenue potential: Integrate dermatology services into your practice to create additional revenue streams and meet the growing demand for skin-related healthcare services.