Date(s) Offered

January 24th, 2009 - January 25th, 2009

Melanoma 2009:
19th Annual Cutaneous Malignancy Update

January 24-25, 2009
Omni San Diego Hotel
San Diego, California

Melanoma 2009 Conference Brochure (PDF, 417.7 KB)

Overview

Skin cancer is the most common of cancers, accounting for at least half of all cancers. Although Melanoma accounts for less than 5% of skin cancer cases, it is the leading cause of skin cancer deaths according to the American Cancer Society. In addition, Melanoma appears to be increasing in epidemic proportion, both in Southern California and throughout the United States. The number of new cases of Melanoma in 2008 is estimated to reach almost 63,000, of which more than 8,400 will result in death.

California now requires reporting of all melanomas. Because of this increase, as well as improved diagnostic techniques (i.e. sentinel node biopsy), therapeutic endeavors and the approval of alpha interferon and vaccine trials, we are once again focusing our Annual Cutaneous Malignancy course entirely on melanoma. This course is designed for dermatologists, pathologists, dermatopathologists, head and neck surgeons, primary care practitioners, and other health care professionals with an interest in, and basic understanding of skin cancer. A wide range of experts will participate as this most serious of skin cancers will require our utmost multi-disciplinary efforts to conquer.

Target Audience

The annual Melanoma course is designed for dermatologists, pathologists, dermatopathologists, head and neck surgeons, primary care practitioners, and other health care professionals with an interest in, and basic understanding of skin cancer.

Comments from the 2008 Course:

• I participate yearly as it contributes to upgrade my practice academically.
• The best of the three melanoma conferences!
• Great conference with up to date info.
• Good overview for all dermatologists.
• Excellent lectures, relevant to practice!

Location

Omni San Diego Hotel

To Register

Email: med.edu@scrippshealth.org
Office: (858) 652-5400
Fax: (858) 652-5565