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Stage IA melanoma follow‐up: Exploring the level of confidence of South Australian general practitioners in undertaking surveillance skin checks including considerations for shared care

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The literature highlights the role of Australian general practitioners (GP) in the management of skin cancers. With melanoma incidences on the rise, there have been discussions into whether lower‐risk stage… Click to show full abstract

The literature highlights the role of Australian general practitioners (GP) in the management of skin cancers. With melanoma incidences on the rise, there have been discussions into whether lower‐risk stage IA patients could safely be followed up by their GPs for annual surveillance full skin examinations (FSE). This study explores the level of confidence of South Australian (SA) GPs in undertaking FSEs including factors that could support discussions around shared care between GPs and dermatology units for lower‐risk patients.

Keywords: australian general; skin; level confidence; general practitioners; dermatology; confidence south

Journal Title: Australasian Journal of Dermatology
Year Published: 2023

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