ACD - The Australasian College of Dermatologists

Last week, ACD was proud to attend the Pacific Region Indigenous Doctor’s Congress (PRIDoC) on Kaurna Country (Adelaide). This Congress brings together the foremost Indigenous doctors’ member organisations from across the Pacific, including the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association, ‘Ahahui o nā Kauka, Association of American Indian Physicians, Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada (IPAC), Medical Association for Indigenous People of Taiwan (MAIPT), and Te Ohu Rata O Aotearoa (Te ORA). The Congress provided the opportunity to connect with Indigenous medical students and junior doctors to promote the dermatology career pathway in Australia and grow the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce. Special thanks to Dr Crystal Williams, Wiradjuri, consultant dermatologist (VIC) and ACD trainee Dr Heather-Lynn Kessaris (Alawa and Mara woman) for facilitating valuable discussions on dermatology at our “Growing our Fellows” session. Thank you to the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association (AIDA) for providing such a wonderful opportunity to come together as we collectively strive towards a healthier future for all communities.

ACD was proud to host a special screening of Conquering Skin Cancer, an inspiring documentary by Moonshine Agency on Sunday. The session included an excellent panel discussion, hosted by ACD President-elect Dr Adrian Lim featuring our Fellows A/Prof Stephen Shumack, Prof Gayle Fischer and Dr Gilberto Moreno Bonilla, as well as melanoma patient and advocate, Sonia Knight. Sonia’s powerful message highlighted the importance of protecting your skin and emphasised the need to remind younger generations that taking care of your skin isn't just about aesthetics, it's about your long term health. Thank you to our panel and everyone who joined us for the screening. Together we can raise awareness and save lives. Conquering Skin Cancer is still in cinemas, click the link below to book your tickets now! https://lnkd.in/g3CAGSVh #ConqueringSkinCancer

We are excited for our screening of Conquering Skin Cancer and Q&A session today at 2:30 pm at George Street Cinema, Sydney. Last minute tickets are still available, visit: https://lnkd.in/g3CAGSVh #ConqueringSkinCancer

Don't miss your chance to join ACD's screening of Conquering Skin Cancer and Q&A session tomorrow 8 December at 2:30pm at George Street Cinemas Sydney. ACD is one of the organisations partnering with film makers Moonshine Agency to produce this film, featuring compelling stories and advice from experts including ACD President Dr Adriene Lee. Get your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/g3CAGSVh #ConqueringSkinCancer

Today is International Volunteer Day (IVD), which aims to raise awareness of the important role volunteers play in responding to challenges facing the world. We’d like to acknowledge our Fellows who generously dedicate their time, knowledge and skills to give back to our College in so many ways. The patient support groups we work with are also largely run by volunteers, and it is their tireless efforts and passion that support thousands of Australians with skin, hair and nail conditions. Learn more about our patient support groups here: https://lnkd.in/g3MU27Ed #IVD2024

Our screening of Conquering Skin Cancer and Q&A session will be held at 2:30pm this Sunday, 8 December 2024 at George Street Cinema, Sydney. Visit the Conquering Skin Cancer website to buy your tickets now! https://lnkd.in/g3CAGSVh #ConqueringSkinCancer

Today is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD). The day calls on everyone to work together to make the world better and fairer for people with disability. Severe skin conditions can be debilitating and can lead to disability, changing the way people live their lives. Finding the best treatment and support can make a huge difference. Our Help, helps resource hub has information on accessing care, patient support groups, finding support for mental health and wellbeing and more. Visit our Help, helps resource hub: https://lnkd.in/gqTydkGe

Our hosted screening of Conquering Skin Cancer with ACD President-elect Dr Adrian Lim will be held at 2:30pm on Sunday 8 December 2024 at George Street Cinema, Sydney. The session will also include a Q&A panel with A/Prof Stephen Shumack and Prof Gayle Fischer. If you would like to book tickets for the ACD hosted session or a session near you, visit: https://lnkd.in/g3CAGSVh #ConqueringSkinCancer

We were delighted to attend the Parliamentary Friends of Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness event at Parliament House today. Thanks to ACD President, Dr Adriene Lee, Prof H Peter Soyer and Prof Victoria Mar who delivered skin checks to parliamentarians which was a great opportunity to discuss the importance of prevention and early detection. Thanks to Melanoma & Skin Cancer Advocacy Network (MSCAN) for hosting the event.

We’re proud to support the inspiring new documentary, Conquering Skin Cancer. Through compelling interviews with survivors, experts, and a few familiar faces, it advocates for enhanced prevention, early detection, equitable treatment access, and innovative research into skin cancer. Don’t miss the release in cinemas from this November! https://lnkd.in/dUyvH9B Watch the trailer here: https://lnkd.in/gGVszWUz #ConqueringSkinCancer #SunSafeHabits #NationalSkinCancerActionWeek