CLS 7321 - Dermatology and Minor Surgery

Credit(s): 7.50

The skin is the largest organ of the body and our direct interface with the world. This course covers acute and chronic skin disorders commonly seen in clinical practice. Benign, pre-malignant and malignant skin tumors, bacterial, viral and superficial fungal infections, eczema, psoriasis and many other autoimmune skin disorders are explored in detail. We learn to provide a variety of diagnostic and treatment options. Naturopathic approaches including nutritional, botanical, hydrotherapy and homeopathic therapies are explored as the foundation of care. Pharmaceutical and minor surgical interventions will be discussed in detail to understand their utility when appropriate and necessary. Suturing techniques and other procedures such as biopsies, toenail removals, cryotherapy and laceration repair are also covered. Prerequisite(s): BAS 5130 , BAS 5121 , THR 5120 , THR 5131 . Corequisite(s): CLS 7321T , CLS 7321L .