Dermatology Procedures for Primary Care: Essential Skin Treatment Skills
About This Dermatology Procedures for the Primary Care Practice Session
Dermatology Procedures for the Primary Care Practice meets in Newark, NJ on November 7, 2026. The day comprises concise lectures, live device demonstrations, and supervised hands-on practice of each technique.
This course introduces primary care clinicians to common office-based dermatologic procedures, including shave excision, punch biopsies, cryotherapy, and intralesional injections. Participants will review skin anatomy, lesion assessment, aseptic technique, and device selection. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based indications and complication prevention, while integrating procedural workflow into a busy clinic setting. Case examples illustrate decision-making pathways, and participants will observe live demonstrations to reinforce foundational concepts.
Attendees will leave equipped to perform these interventions confidently, improving access to timely skin care and reducing referrals. The hands-on component allows clinicians to practice needle handling, lesion removal, and cryogen application under expert guidance, fostering skill retention. By mastering basic dermatologic techniques, primary care providers can enhance patient satisfaction, streamline treatment timelines, and broaden their scope within regulatory limits. Eligibility depends on the practitioner’s license and applicable state regulations.
What You'll Learn
- Perform shave excisions with appropriate depth and margin control.
- Execute punch biopsies using sterile technique and accurate lesion targeting.
- Apply cryotherapy safely, selecting correct freeze-thaw cycles for lesion types.
- Administer intralesional injections with dose calculation and proper needle placement.
- Implement infection control measures and post-procedure wound care protocols.
Who Should Attend
- Family physicians seeking to expand procedural services.
- Advanced practice nurses and physician assistants managing dermatologic complaints.
- Primary care RN practitioners involved in minor surgical interventions.
Eligibility to perform any procedure after training depends on your license and the rules of your state or country. Call 866-261-5164 or use the form below to confirm prerequisites and availability for the Newark, NJ date.
Frequently Asked Questions
What prior experience is required to participate?
No specific procedural background is required, but attendees should be comfortable with basic clinical examinations and possess a current, unrestricted license appropriate for performing minor skin procedures in their jurisdiction.
Will the hands-on session use real patients?
Hands-on practice is performed on realistic simulation models that replicate skin layers, allowing participants to refine technique safely before applying skills to actual patients in their own practice.
How does the course address safety and infection control?
The curriculum reviews sterilization protocols, personal protective equipment, and post-procedure wound management, emphasizing evidence-based steps to minimize infection risk and ensure patient safety throughout each dermatologic intervention.
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