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
- Perform cryosurgery, electrosurgery, biopsies, and suturing to treat a variety of skin conditions.
- Participate in hands-on training with live patients to build confidence in dermatologic procedures.
- Assess, diagnose, and manage common skin lesions and disorders effectively within a primary care setting.
- Offer in-office dermatologic treatments to enhance patient care and reduce specialist referrals.
- Integrate dermatology services to expand offerings and increase revenue potential.