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What does quality care for people with melanoma look like in New Zealand?
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What does quality care for people with melanoma look like in New Zealand?
Wednesday 16 March 2022, 12:20 AM

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In this column, dermatologist Amanda Oakley summarises the Quality Statements to Guide Melanoma Diagnosis and Treatment in New Zealand, focusing on the statements relevant to those working in primary care
Key points, Dermatoscopy is an essential skill for primary care practitioners to help in early detection of melanoma when undertaking full-body skin checks.
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References
MelNet. Quality Statements to Guide Melanoma Diagnosis and Treatment in New Zealand. Christchurch, NZ: Melanoma Network of New Zealand; 2021. https://www.melnet.org.nz/resources/quality-statements-to-guide-melanoma-diagnosis-and-treatment-in-new-zealand