Dermoscopy is a non-invasive, widely used diagnostic tool that aids the diagnosis of skin lesions and is proven to increase the accuracy of melanoma diagnosis. Dermoscopy is an art of in vivo evaluation of colors and microstructures of the skin layers that are not visible to the naked eye. The equipment; technologic methods; diagnostic features; and primary aspects of melanoma, common nevi, atypical nevi, and other nonmelanocytic pigmented skin lessions will be discussed through series of presentations, case discussions, interactive sessions and Q & A sessions to address specific topics.

Participants will acquire in-depth knowledge in dermoscopy that will enable them to assess skin lesions with greater accuracy, detect melanomas in the early stages and avoid unnecessary excisions.