Kelly Beasy speaks to paramedical tattooist Aleisha Gannon about the growing role of nurses in medical and 3D nipple tattoos.

A/Prof Tony Dicker provides an evidence-based overview of lignocaine dosing in skin cancer surgery.

The Nurse-Melanographer model: What it is, how it works, and why it improves patient access to skin cancer care while offering nurses a rewarding career.

A/Prof Tony Dicker covers when and why to consider secondary intention healing under the new Medicare amendments.

A/Prof Tony Dicker takes a closer look at the evidence on whether curettage alone can be curative for skin cancer.

Kelly Beasy explains how to assess and safely expand your scope of practice for safe, confident work in aesthetic medicine.

Dr John O’Bryen delivers an informative talk on managing actinic keratosis in primary care, from diagnosis & treatment to prevention & patient education.

In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo unpacks how to apply the new Medicare item numbers in women’s health and chronic disease, providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs.

A/Prof Tony Dicker examines recent sunscreen controversies, SPF testing & how GPs can reassure concerned patients.

The Aesthetic Shift podcast series, Kelly Beasy speaks to GP Dr Amanda Sabel about blending holistic women’s health with modern aesthetic medicine.

In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts podcast, A/Prof Tony Dicker takes a closer look at a new study comparing wound closures using glue versus sutures on the trunk and limbs. The research, published in Dermatologic Surgery, followed patients for 12 months to see which method produced the better scar. The findings might surprise you, and could change how you think about surface closures in your own practice. A/Prof Dicker unpacks the study design, discusses what the results really mean for doctors treating skin cancers, and reflects on how factors like tissue reactivity, closure technique, and anatomical site can all influence cosmetic outcomes. Tune in to hear his take on when glue might have an edge, what to watch for in your own closures, and why even small technique choices can make a difference over time. Watch this episode here. Life by a Thousand Cuts  This podcast series is designed to help you enhance your clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and confidence in skin cancer management. Focus on real-world cases, surgical techniques and tips, journal article reviews, diagnostic and management insights, and guest interviews with GPs and specialists. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin CancerExplore our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.➡️ Explore full program

In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts podcast, A/Prof Tony Dicker sits down with Dr Ian Katz, a dual-trained pathologist and founder of several skin cancer clinics, to explore one of the most debated topics in skin cancer management: margins. Dr Katz shares his unique perspective as both a pathologist and a clinician, reflecting on why confusion around margins persists, and how GPs can better interpret pathology reports in practice. They discuss: Clinical vs histological margins: Guidelines are based on clinical margins, not what’s measured under the microscope. A “1.5mm histological clearance” isn’t the same thing as a “5mm clinical margin.” Measurement variability: Pathology reports aren’t exact science. A “2mm margin” often means “2mm ± 1–2mm.” Numbers give guidance, but they’re not absolute. What really matters: In many cases, being histologically one cell clear is enough. The reason we aim wider is due to uncertainty, because we only ever see a small fraction of the specimen under the microscope. Managing uncertainty: Skin cancer surgery comes with ambiguity. If you are someone who struggles to sleep without a precise answer, skin cancer work can feel uncomfortable. Understanding the limits of pathology helps. Communication counts: Clear request forms (with the prior diagnosis, margin status, and level of clinical suspicion) make it easier for pathologists to provide meaningful reports. This discussion is about bridging the gap between the clinical and pathology worlds, and recognising that margins are less about chasing numbers, and more about good clinical judgement, clear reporting, and thoughtful follow-up. Watch this episode here. Life by a Thousand Cuts  This podcast series is designed to help you enhance your clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and confidence in skin cancer management. Focus on real-world cases, surgical techniques and tips, journal article reviews, diagnostic and management insights, and guest interviews with GPs and specialists. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin CancerExplore our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.➡️ Explore full program  

Gestational diabetes is one of the most common and challenging complications seen in pregnancy, and new guidelines are changing how GPs should approach its screening and management.In this HealthCert GP Update, Dr Simone Gonzo unpacks the Australasian Diabetes in Pregnancy Society (ADIPS) 2025 Consensus Recommendations, providing a clear, practical overview tailored for busy GPs. What you will learn How to distinguish overt diabetes from GDM. When and how to apply early screening protocols for high-risk patients. Updated diagnostic thresholds and what they mean in day-to-day practice. How these changes may influence your management decisions and patient outcomes. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓  NEW!  Foundation Certificate of Pregnancy: Managing ComplicationsLearn how to deliver safe, evidence-based care throughout pregnancy and manage complications such as gestational diabetes, infertility, miscarriage, and more. 4-module short course | Online | Accredited 40 CPD hours.➡️ Explore short course > 🎓 Women's Health Certificate CoursesPrefer an in-depth program? Explore our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in Women's Health.➡️ Explore full program > 🎓 HealthCert 365 subscriptionPrefer flexible learning across many topics? Access 4,000+ CPD hours on-demand with HealthCert 365 — anytime, anywhere, one flat annual fee.➡️  Discover HealthCert 365 >

Kelly Beasy speaks to Kelly McCord about the lessons she learned in building a sustainable aesthetics business.

Real-world tips to avoid nerve injury in skin cancer surgery, covering high-risk anatomy, with A/Prof Tony Dicker.

Hear how Dr Raj Selvarajan built his career in vasectomy and why this under-utilised procedure presents a valuable opportunity for GPs.

Learn which surgical marking pens hold up best for precision, safety, and patient outcomes, with A/Prof Tony Dicker.

In this episode of Life by A Thousand Cuts, A/Prof Tony Dicker takes a closer look at rhomboid closures: a practical flap technique for your surgical toolkit. While most skin cancers don’t present neatly in a diamond shape, traditional rhomboid flaps are based on excising a diamond-shaped defect, which can sometimes remove more tissue than necessary. In this week's episode, A/Prof Dicker explores both the classic rhomboid flap and the modified rhomboid approach, which allows for effective closure of more natural, circular tumour excisions. He explores the geometry behind traditional rhomboid flaps (including 120- and 60-degree angles), why the modified rhomboid is often better suited for circular defects, how to design and execute a flap that aligns with natural skin tension lines (thus improving both functional and cosmetic outcomes), and a step-by-step walkthrough of a rhomboid flap on the cheek, demonstrating how tissue is rotated into place for optimal closure. This episode is highly visual, with step-by-step guidance through the design and movement of tissue flaps to close surgical defects while respecting relaxed skin tension lines. You can watch the video here. Life by a Thousand Cuts  This podcast series is designed to help you enhance your clinical decision-making, procedural skills, and confidence in skin cancer management. Focus on real-world cases, surgical techniques and tips, journal article reviews, diagnostic and management insights, and guest interviews with GPs and specialists. Next steps in your learning journey 🎓 Certificate Courses in Skin CancerExplore our university-assured, structured pathway to elevate your knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.➡️ Explore full program

Dr Raj Selvarajan walks through what GPs can expect when managing a patient undergoing vasectomy, from initial consult to procedure workflow and beyond.

In this week’s new episode of Life by a Thousand Cuts, A/Prof Tony Dicker explores the practical considerations of using deep dissolving sutures when closing a wound in skin cancer surgery.