Educational Teledermatology — Clinical Case Discussion
Monthly, case-based online sessions with Dr. Leonardo Bianchini that reinforce protocol adherence, update evidence and support post-training teams.
Needs & context
Post-training clinical support is a recognized gap in continuing-education programs. Case-based discussion with expert mentorship supports clinical decision-making, protocol adherence and team performance in screening programs.
Learning objectives
Upon completion, the participant will be able to:
- Apply dermoscopic and clinical criteria to real case scenarios presented during the session.
- Evaluate protocol adherence and identify opportunities to improve institutional screening workflows.
- Differentiate updated evidence-based management approaches from prior practice patterns.
- Demonstrate effective case documentation and communication with the multidisciplinary team.
Topics covered
- Real clinical case discussions with trained teams at contracting institutions
- Review of dermatological images and suspicion criteria
- Protocol updates and evidence-based clinical management
- Ongoing technical support for post-training teams
- Case recording and institutional performance indicators
- Monthly online sessions; per-session post-assessment (10 questions, 70% to complete)
References
- Whited JD. Teledermatology: current status and future directions. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2001;2(2):59-64.
- Warshaw EM, Hillman YJ, Greer NL, et al. Teledermatology for diagnosis and management of skin conditions: a systematic review. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2011;64(4):759-772.
- Coates SJ, Kvedar J, Granstein RD. Teledermatology: from historical perspective to emerging techniques. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2015;72(4):563-574.
- Miot HA, Paixão MP, Wen CL. Teledermatology: past, present and future. An Bras Dermatol. 2005;80(5):523-532.
- Nami N, Massone C, Rubegni P, et al. Concordance and time estimation of store-and-forward teledermatology. Acta Derm Venereol. 2015;95(1):35-39.
Modality & credit. Delivered fully online/remotely. Upon completion of the post-assessment, participants receive a certificate of completion stating the estimated instructional hours. This certificate is not an accredited continuing-education credit — no ANCC, AMA, ACCME, Florida Board of Nursing or other state-board credit is offered or implied.
Scope. This course provides education in technique and clinical knowledge. Clinical application is subject to each participant's licensure, scope of practice, and state regulations.
Instructor disclosure. Leonardo Bianchini, MD (Brazil), PhD, RN — declares no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests related to the content of these educational activities. No commercial support was received for any course.