Join us on The Big Island of Hawaii for SDEF’s

38^th Hawaii Dermatology Seminar, February 16-21, 2014.

We explore the latest advances in the treatment and management of common and complex diseases of the skin, both for adults and children as well as new developments in aesthetic medicine. Our exceptional faculty will present clinically relevant information that you will find immediately useful in the care of your patients. This six-day meeting provides interactive presentations, case studies, live-patient injection sessions and multiple workshops. Learn from the experts about acne, rosacea, actinic keratoses, skin cancers, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, nonsurgical facial rejuventation, and much more. SDEF’s Hawaii Dermatology Seminar’s comprehensive agenda contains cutting edge, innovative and evolving issues relevant to practicing physicians and healthcare providers who treat diseases of the skin. Our scientific program has been designed to keep the clinician up-to-date with new developments within the field of dermatology.

WHO SHOUD ATTEND

This conference is designed for dermatologists, family physicians, and other physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, residents and fellows who will gain important insights into the management of patients with skin diseases.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Evaluate the latest information on new and emerging therapies for common dermatologic diseases and incorporate them into clinical practice
• Assess the benefits of and develop updated strategies for using currently available and future treatment options for acne and rosacea
• Describe the efficacy/safety profiles and explain the roles of currently available and emerging biologic agents in the treatment of psoriasis
• Recognize and appropriately manage comorbid diseases and conditions in patients with psoriasis
• Implement current strategies for managing challenging pediatric dermatology issues such as atopic dermatitis and pediatric acne
• Identify and manage the signs and symptoms of dermatitis resulting from exposure to topical agents or systemic drugs/chemotherapeutic agents
• Compare and contrast the efficacy and safety of agents, devices, and techniques currently available for aesthetic and procedural dermatology applications.
• Implement communication strategies for the use of social media in improving your office-based practice of medicine
• More effectively use injectable shaping agents (fillers and botulinum neurotoxins) for facial rejuvenation/restoration and body sculpting
• Examine state-of-the-art laser, light, and other energy-based technology for cosmetic and other dermatologic uses
• Discuss how existing and emerging treatments for advanced cutaneous malignancies including melanoma, CTCL, BCC and SCC can be used to improve patient outcomes

We look forward to seeing you at SDEF's 38th Hawaii Dermatology Seminar February 16-21, 2014 on The Big Island.

Joseph F. Fowler, Jr., MD

Christopher B. Zachary, FRCP