Dear Colleague,

Twenty-nine years ago, Superficial Anatomy and Cutaneous Surgery was conceived as a course which would be beneficial to dermatologists, dermatologic surgeons and other physicians. The course has developed over the years as we continue to remain on the leading edge of cutaneous surgery.

We have received many awards and compliments, which are a reflection of the efforts of our superb faculty and staff – many of whom have been coming year after year. They have been true leaders in dermatologic surgery.

The program is designed to provide the basic information and principles of superficial head and neck anatomy and surgery for those interested in dermatological surgery. Each participant will utilize fresh cadaver material for superficial head and neck dissection. Lectures will be used for initial instruction and review and will be followed by ample time in the laboratory.

The other major portion of the course relates to local skin flaps and grafts as they pertain to the cutaneous surgeon. In addition to didactic and cadaver laboratory training, several small group workshop sessions are scheduled to give participants an opportunity to problem solve with the outstanding faculty we have assembled. Plus, the instructor to student ratio is quite small to enable close supervision.

2012 Includes:

• Optional evening workshop sessions at the hotel with selected faculty
• Increased hands-on cadaver laboratory time
• Laboratory manuals with diagrams & daily goals for each lab
• Botulinum toxin current status 2012
• Updated resurfacing techniques

Registration will be limited to ensure an optimal learning experience. Due to the ever-increasing demand for fresh cadaver material, this course may not be allocated the requested number of specimens, in which case the number of participants would decrease.

We look forward to seeing you in July!

Hubert T. Greenway, Jr., MD

Objectives

• Identify the principles of superficial head and neck anatomy
• Review the principles of construction via local skin flaps
• Demonstrate full thickness and split thickness skin grafts
• Illustrate the anatomic principles and reconstruction of specific body units (e.g. ear, nose, foot, hand, etc.)
• Examine indications and treatment of photo damaged skin, including chemical peels, dermabrasion and topical therapies

Presented By

Scripps Clinic

Scripps Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in healthcare, biomedical research, and education. It is part of the oldest private research institution in the United States, the largest in the nation, and is known especially for its blend of first-rate science and innovative medical care. Scripps Clinic is one of the operating units of Scripps Health.

UC San Diego

UC San Diego is a member of the University of California system of higher education. Continuing Medical Education, a part of the highly acclaimed School of Medicine, provides specialized continuing medical education for physicians.

The Mission of the University of California, San Diego Continuing Medical Education (UC San Diego CME) is to provide needs-based education for physicians and health care providers to improve knowledge, competence and performance and enable the optimum provision of health care.

We are committed to continual improvement of our educational mission by researching current adult education and CME literature, participation in national organizations committed to improving CME, and implementation of innovative and creative programming that may further our mission.

The faculty at the UC San Diego School of Medicine are exceptionally talented, motivated and eager to share their knowledge and expertise through continuing medical education.