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FEATURED MEDICAL EDUCATION TOPIC: Skin Cancer

What is the problem?

Skin cancer incidence continues to rise alongside our evolving understanding of risk factors, outcomes, and treatment strategies. It is the most common cancer in the United States, with more than 9,500 new diagnoses every single day, and at least 1 in 5 Americans will develop a form of skin cancer in their lifetime. Non-Hispanic White populations have higher rates of melanoma than other groups; still, skin cancer in patients with skin of color is often diagnosed at later stages.

Although melanoma accounts for only about 1% of skin cancer cases, it causes the vast majority of skin cancer deaths — approximately 8,000–9,000 deaths per year in the U.S. Yet when melanoma is caught at its earliest localized stage, the 5-year survival rate is 99%; that figure drops to approximately 35% once it has spread to distant organs — underscoring the critical importance of early screening and detection across all populations.

Skin cancer can affect anyone, regardless of skin color, and early diagnosis and treatment are key to higher survival rates. Physicians should be aware of suspicious skin lesion types, current therapies available, and know when to refer to a skin cancer specialist. This lecture places special emphasis on prevention strategies and early warning signs, equipping all providers to counsel patients proactively and recognize concerning lesions before they progress.

Proposed Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learners will be able to:

Differentiate among the three most common skin cancers
Evaluate current and emerging treatment options for skin cancers
Contrast skin cancer risk and presentation between patients with fair skin and those with skin of color
Select appropriate patients for biopsy, treatment, or dermatologic referral

If your medical staff needs a CME update on skin cancer, consider contacting our office to book a speaker at 714-505-4777 or info@speakersnetwork.com.