CME/CPD ACCREDITED 14TH EMIRATES PATHOLOGY, DIGITAL PATHOLOGY & CANCER CONFERENCE | DUBAI, UAE
Track: 7 Dermatopathology

SUB TRACK  Dermatopathology, microscope, anatomic distributions,  skin diseases, pathology, diagnostic interpretation, Dermatopathologists, anatomic pathology, wrinkles, squamous cell carcinoma, cancers, rashes, actinic keratosis, pathology laboratories, cutaneous eruptions, malignant melanoma, skin biopsy, genital herpes, malignant cancers, diseases, pathological, microscopic, clinicopathological, diagnosis, inflammatory, skin diseases, epidermis, dermis, subcutis, fascia

Dermatopathology is a collaborative specialisation of dermatology and pathology, sometimes known as surgical pathology,that focuses on the microscopic and molecular investigation of cutaneous diseases. Practically speaking, dermatopathology comprises the microscopic examination, description, and interpretation of skin biopsy specimens.

Before being licenced to practise, dermatopathologists must complete a rigorous and specialised training programme. There are two ways to become specialised. The first option is receiving dermatology training before spending an additional year in school to become a dermatopathologist. Alternately, you could train for a year as a fellowship after beginning as a pathologist. After completing the fellowship, you can become a dermatopathologist by passing a board exam.

Dermatopathologists are experts in identifying skin disorders based on how they behave and how they present themselves. Different methods may be used by dermatopathologists to assess a biopsy.

Dermatopathology deals with the molecular analysis of various skin disorders, frequently under a microscope. A dermatopathologist’s job is to determine the most fundamental root causes of diverse skin disorders. These specialists, some of whom have dermatology training, collaborate closely with clinical dermatologists.

Important role of Dermatopathology in skin diseases

Many tropical skin illnesses are diagnosed in part thanks to dermatopathology. Leishmaniasis, tropical helminth illnesses, TB, leprosy, and deep fungal infections are specifically mentioned. Additionally, dermatopathology is crucial for the differential diagnosis of non-infectious inflammatory illnesses in people with pigmented skin, as doing so may be more difficult than when such diseases are detected in people with Caucasian skin.

Surgery in Dermatopathology

While dermatopathologists do not perform surgeries themselves, they play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions that may require surgical intervention. Dermatopathologists specialize in examining skin tissue samples obtained through biopsies or surgical excisions to make accurate diagnoses.

Here’s how dermatopathologists are involved in surgical aspects of dermatology:

  1. Biopsy Interpretation: Dermatopathologists analyze skin biopsy specimens obtained by dermatologists or other healthcare providers during minor surgical procedures. They examine the tissue under a microscope to identify any abnormalities, such as skin cancers, inflammatory conditions, or infectious diseases.
  2. Margin Assessment: In cases where a skin lesion or tumor is surgically excised, dermatopathologists play a critical role in assessing the margins of the excised tissue to ensure that all cancerous cells have been removed. This helps guide further treatment decisions and reduces the risk of recurrence.
  3. Consultation with Surgeons: Dermatopathologists often collaborate with dermatologic surgeons, Mohs surgeons, and other surgical specialists to provide diagnostic support and guidance before, during, and after surgical procedures involving the skin. They may assist in selecting the appropriate surgical approach and interpreting intraoperative findings.
  4. Monitoring Treatment Response: Following surgical interventions or other treatments for skin conditions, dermatopathologists may analyze follow-up biopsy specimens to assess treatment response and disease progression. This information helps guide ongoing patient management and therapeutic adjustments.

 Dermatopathology Pathology society American Society of Dermatopathology, Asian Society of Dermatopathology, International Society of Dermatopathology, The American Journal of Dermatopathology, The British Society For Dermatopathology, Dermatopathology Society of India, Australasian Dermatopathology society, European Society of Dermatopathology ,Australian Dermatopathology Society, Dermatopathology Society of the Philippines

Dermatopathology Pathology University Dermatology – University of Chicago, Dermpath University, International Graduate Training Program in Dermatopathology, Dermatopathology – Department of Pathology, Postgraduate School Of dermatology and Venereology – Unimi, Clinical Dermatology MSc – King’s College London The Australasian College of Dermatologists Dermatology, University of Aachen Dermatology, University of Bonn Dermatology, Dermatology, University of Barcelona

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