Management of Pigmented Lesions: A Primary Care Perspective

Sep 01, 2012

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Why is this topic important?. Melanoma 6th most prevalent cancer in U.S.Most common fatal malignancy in young adultsFrequent requests for evaluation of skin lesionsLimited dermatologic training in primary care. . Topics Covered. Discuss management of pigmented lesionsWhen to biopsyReview les

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Management of Pigmented Lesions: A Primary Care Perspective

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