Every practitioner in the outpatient setting routinely addresses issues related to wound care or wound closure, including the challenges posed by traumatic wounds. Many physicians care for an array of skin problems and perform skin biopsies or excisions with the goal of improved cosmoses, diagnosis or cure. This CME medical conference is designed for practitioners who have minimal suturing skills, but is also a great course to upgrade skills for those who need more experience.
Whether traumatic or iatrogenic, the goals in caring for wounds are to obtain complete closure while minimizing complications, such as infection or unsightly scarring.
In this CME medical conference, participants will gain insight into the anatomy of the skin, principles of healing, and basic wound care. Basic biopsy and excisional techniques, suturing methods, undermining, skin stapling, and the application of adhesives will be demonstrated and practiced.
An abundance of hands on time is scheduled to refine suturing skills with the use of pig’s feet.

A list of required supplies is shown below. This list will be provided to you again upon course registration. Note: This is not an option. You must bring these supplies with you to the CME medical conference.

Supplies Required By Attendee
Please bring a MINIMUM of the following-
15 packets 3-0 nylon suture, reverse cutting needle, FS-1 and PS-2 needles – 3/8 circle are the most versatile for this course, but please feel free to bring any variety of needles you with to practice with
1 pair each pickups (tissue forceps) with teeth and without teeth
1 5'' needle driver/holder
1 pair each of suture and iris (fine tissue - straight or curved) scissors

Consider registering for the Dermatologic Procedures course.

2010
This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 15 Prescribed credits by the American Academy of Family Physicians.
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 credits ^TM.
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
2011
Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family physicians. Determination of credit is pending.
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians designates this educational activity for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 credits ^TM.
Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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