CPD allocation includes the completion of Culturally Safe Practice and Professionalism program level requirement activity (25 minute session meets requirement for SkinPro CPD subscribers).
NOTE: The above summary shows the hours reasonably required for a diligent person holding the necessary pre-requisite qualifications and knowledge to properly complete all aspects of this CPD activity. If required, additional hours can be optionally self-reported together with supporting evidence.
Day One - Friday 16th May 2025
Primary & Secondary Prevention
Dr Angie Barker, Prof David Whiteman, Prof Vivienne Milch & Dr Michelle Wong
Join us as we kick off the 2025 Congress with a discussion on primary and secondary care prevention and how to battle health misinformation.
Reducing Medico-legal Risk
Tina Hay, David Gardner & Daniel Spencer
This session will highlight both the benefits and risks of using social media to promote your work and discuss examples of legal cases within the skin cancer medicine industry.
Partners in Skin Cancer Screening
Prof Anne Cust, Dr Solange Green, Dr Jeremy Hudson, Dr Ben Abbott & Dr Daniel Lindsay
Focusing on the importance of partnering within skin cancer medicine, our speakers will shine a spotlight on the critical roles practitioners play in the health economics and prevention of skin cancer across Australasia.
College Collaborations
Kieran Chilcott, Paul Faulkner-Roberts, Victoria Beedle & Miska Pinterics
Day 1 will conclude with a College update and discussion on what Cultural Safety should look like in practice. Join us as we celebrate our new SCCA Fellows and reveal the Blog awards for 2025.
From 5pm
In Person Delegates only
Join us for drinks and canapes at the conclusion of day 1. Enjoy extended access to the Sponsor Area, while you reconnect with your peers and colleagues.
* Morning Tea, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Welcome Drinks catering included for in person delegates.
Day Two - Saturday 17th May 2025
Building Bridges: Collaborating with Skin Cancer Specialists
Prof Gerald Fogarty & Dr Franz Strydom
Day 2 starts by focussing on how we can collaborate and build bridges across the industry, with the session culminating in a panel disucssion of mock cases.
Complexities in Skin Cancer Medicine
A/Prof Jim Muir, Dr Ian McColl & A/Prof Robyn Saw
Join our speakers as they discuss managing risks, genetic testing, and skin cancer mimics with a focus on Dermatology and current predicaments in skin cancer medicine.
Advancements in Research & Support Care
Speakers coming soon!
This session will cover an update on new melanoma research and neoadjuvent therapies, along with supportive care services available for Melanoma patients across Australia and New Zealand.
Complex Alar Repairs
Dr Luke Bookallil, Dr Mohamed Elsaid & Dr Nathan Schaefer
Our final session for day 2 features perspectives from both GPs and Plastic Surgeons as they delve into Chondrocutaneous grafts and complex Alar Rim repairs.
5.15 – 6.15pm
SCCA Members only
Join the General Meeting either in person or virtually.
* Light Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea catering included for in person delegates.
Day Three - Sunday 18th May 2025
Simple Skin Surgery Pearls
Dr Clara Jimenez Balcells, Dr Charles Ayesa & Dr David Simpson
Join our Blog Authors as they share pearls of wisdom from our Blog in the form of simple skin surgery tips, followed by an author Q&A.
The Great Debate – Overdiagnosis of Melanoma
Dr Blake O’Brien & Dr Chris Wetherall
Don’t miss out on the lively for and against arguments as we close Congress 2025 with the Great Debate. Who will be the winner? You decide by participating in the audience vote.
* Morning Tea and Grab & Go Lunch catering included for in person delegates.
Program is subject to change. It is not guaranteed all sessions will be available on demand.
We recommend attending sessions live for the best experience.
