03 - Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC), Associate Professor Chris Baker AM

Spot On Podcast by MSCAN

Overview:

In this episode, we learn about Non Melanoma Skin Cancers (NMSC). What are the types of NMSC, what are the factors that contribute to having one, how are they detected and what are the treatment options?

Speaker: Associate Professor Chris Baker AM is the Director of Dermatology at St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. Associate Professor Baker trained at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne and St. Thomas’ Hospital, London. He is a fellow of the Australasian College of Dermatologists and the Royal College of Physicians (London) He has previously been Chief Examiner for the Australasian College of Dermatologists as well as a past president of the College. He is a Clinical Associate Professor at The University of Melbourne, co-founder of the Australasian Psoriasis Registry and also the Australian Representative on the Psoriasis Global Atlas project.

Topics Covered In This Episode:

• What is a non melanoma skin cancer (NMSC)
• Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)
• Atypical fibroxanthoma (AFX) and merkel cell carcinoma (MSCC)
• Factors and risks that contribute to having a NMSC
• Different treatment options available
• Signs to watch out for and presentations of NMSC
• Where are NMSC likely to be found on the body
• The different levels of skin checks; self check, GP and specialist
• Computer-assisted diagnosis and other technological advances
• Do NMSC’s spread?
• Non-surgical treatments and what is coming up in the future
• The importance of correct treatment for NMSC
• MOHS Surgery

For More Information:

The Spot On Podcast is brought to you by the Melanoma & Skin Cancer Advocacy Network (MSCAN) - who are providing a new, innovative approach to tackle Australia’s national cancer.

MSCAN engages with Australia’s leading clinicians, researchers and advocates with the aim of increasing the knowledge of those affected by a diagnosis.

MSCAN is grateful to the clinicians interviewed in our podcast series. They have all provided their time and input freely and independently.

The content discussed in these episodes is for information purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Please make sure you speak with a medical professional for advice relating to your own specific situation.