Overview
Learn essential skin cancer prevention and treatment strategies in this 29-minute medical lecture from Yale Cancer Center. Dr. James Clune, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, provides comprehensive insights into various types of skin cancer, risk factors, and detection methods. Explore specific concerns related to foot and scalp skin cancer, understand the importance of regular dermatological check-ups, and discover effective prevention techniques including proper sunblock usage and protective clothing. Gain valuable knowledge about treatment options ranging from biopsies to immunotherapy, while learning about critical topics such as actinic keratosis, melanoma variations, and the role of lymph nodes in skin cancer progression. Master practical guidance for maintaining skin health and safety during summer months, equipping yourself with expert medical knowledge during Skin Cancer Awareness Month.
Syllabus
Intro
About Dr Gupta
Types of Skin Cancer
Risk Factors
Family History
Foot Skin Cancer
Scalp Skin Cancer
How often should you see a dermatologist
How to prevent skin cancer
Treatment for skin cancer
Sunblock clothing
Yale Cancer Answers
Biopsy
Actinic keratosis
Types of melanoma
Lymph nodes
Surgery
Immunotherapy
Taught by
Yale Cancer Center