Dermatology Procedures Training for Family Medicine Physicians
Expand your family medicine practice with in-demand dermatological procedures. Keep patients in-house, improve outcomes through early skin cancer detection, and capture significant revenue from procedures you currently refer out.
Why Family Medicine Physicians Choose AAOPM for Dermatology Training
As a family medicine physician, you're often the first to see skin conditions. Stop referring out procedures you can perform in-house with proper training.
- First Line of Defense: Up to 30% of primary care visits involve skin complaints. Early detection of melanoma and skin cancer saves lives.
- CME Credits Included: Earn 14.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits toward your continuing education requirements in this 2-day intensive course.
- Hands-On Surgical Training: Practice biopsies, cryotherapy, suturing, and excisions under direct supervision of board-certified dermatologists.
- Insurance Reimbursable: Most dermatology procedures are covered by insurance. Learn proper ICD-10 and CPT coding for maximum reimbursement.
- Comprehensive Materials: 279-page color manual with protocols, pathology examples, consent forms, and billing codes included.
What You'll Learn in Dermatology Training
A comprehensive curriculum covering essential dermatological procedures for family medicine physicians.
Lesion Identification & Skin Cancer Detection
Master the identification of benign, pre-cancerous, and malignant lesions including melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma. Learn the ABCDE criteria and dermoscopy evaluation techniques.
Biopsy Techniques
Learn punch biopsy, shave biopsy, and excisional biopsy techniques. Understand when to use each method, proper specimen handling, and pathology submission protocols.
Cryotherapy
Master cryotherapy applications for warts, actinic keratoses, seborrheic keratoses, and other lesions. Learn freeze times, techniques, and post-procedure care.
Dermoscopy
Learn dermatoscope use for magnified lesion evaluation. Understand patterns that differentiate benign from malignant conditions.
Suturing Techniques
Practice simple interrupted, mattress, and corner sutures. Learn wound closure principles and post-operative care.
Common Conditions
Diagnose and treat eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, acne, fungal infections, warts, skin tags, and more.
Adding Dermatology to Your Family Medicine Practice
Leverage your established patient relationships and comprehensive training to offer in-demand dermatological services.
Full Independent Practice Authority
As a licensed family medicine physician (MD/DO), you have complete authority to perform dermatological procedures in your primary care practice. You can independently diagnose skin conditions, perform biopsies, excise lesions, apply cryotherapy, and manage the full spectrum of medical dermatology. Your comprehensive primary care training provides an excellent foundation for these procedures.
Revenue Potential
Stop losing revenue to dermatology referrals. Keep patients and procedures in-house while providing better, faster care.
Procedures You'll Perform
- Punch, shave & excisional biopsies
- Cryotherapy for lesions & warts
- Skin tag & mole removal
- Dermoscopy evaluation
- Wound closure & suturing
Patient Continuity
Your patients already trust you with their health. Offering dermatology services means faster diagnosis, seamless follow-up, and better care coordination without referral delays.
Early Detection Saves Lives
Family medicine physicians are often the first to see skin lesions. Your training in early detection of melanoma and other skin cancers directly improves patient outcomes.
Whole-Person Care Philosophy
Dermatology fits naturally into family medicine's whole-person approach. Address skin conditions alongside other health concerns. Patients appreciate not needing separate appointments with different providers. Many dermatological conditions connect to systemic health issues you're already managing.
Certification & Credentials
Receive your AAOPM Certificate of Completion with 14.0 CME credits. This certification demonstrates your competency in dermatological procedures to patients, insurers, and credentialing bodies. Includes 279-page comprehensive manual with all protocols and forms.
Dermatology Procedures Training Course Dates for Family Medicine Physicians
Browse upcoming dermatology training courses. All courses include hands-on surgical practice.
Empire-Virtual-Training
Jan 8 - Jan 8, 2027
Newark, NJ
Nov 7 - Nov 7, 2026
Dermatology Training FAQ for Family Medicine Physicians
Common questions about dermatology training for family medicine physicians.
Ready to Add Dermatology Procedures to Your Family Medicine Practice?
Join thousands of family medicine physicians who have expanded their practices with AAOPM dermatology training. Register today or speak with our team.
