Dermatopathology in Systemic Disease

Course Overview

One (1) Category 1A CME Credit available for this course.

Objectives:

1. Recognize that certain skin disorders are a window into serious systemic illnesses
2. Understand that making a specific diagnosis and being aware of associations can result in early diagnose
3. Recognize the histologic features of skin disorders that are windows into systemic illnesses

Needs:

1. New methods of diagnosis or treatment

References: “Dermatopathology in Systemic Disease.” Smoller BR and Horn TD. Oxford University Press, 2001.

Vivian Lora, Lorenzo Cerroni, Carla Cota. “Skin manifestations of rheumatoid arthritis.” G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2018 Apr;153(2):243-255.

Core Competencies: 2,3,6