Traditionally seen as being at the heart of all diagnostic evaluations, the History and Physical is both an art and science. This lecture will review the basic format for obtaining a complete history, followed by key elements of a thorough physical exam. This will be done with an emphasis on effective evaluation of the 'at risk' medical patient, through the eyes of a Family Physician. For some, it will be a review of skills already acquired while others will learn new techniques. Hopefully everyone will gain a better appreciation and enhanced confidence of the pre-operative medical clearance.

This lecture by Dr. Terrence Harrist dicusses the clinical appearance of malignant melanoma, their clinicopathologic classification and examples for the common types of malignant melanoma are elaborated in detail.

Dr. Dockery provides a series of cases that are commonly misdiagnosed as fungal infections of the skin. He explains the individual cases and then points out the clinical findings and correct diagnosis. Each category is then reviewed and the most up-to-date treatment options are covered. Additional discussion pursues regarding the use of the Periodic-Acid Schiff (PAS) stain for skin and nail fungal infections. The viewer is challenged to think in a broad manner and not allow themselves to be narrowly thinking about skin conditions.

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by an Educational Grant from

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