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Main Programme
Main Programme
Saturday 11th June 2011
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Dr Peter Chapman-Smith
Surgitron Skin Removals - Concurrent Workshop
Saturday, 11 June 2011 Start 4:30pm Duration: 60mins Monet
The Ellmann “Surgitron” machine will be demonstrated as a unique versatile method for haemostasis,
and removal of benign skin lesions such as tags, moles, and seborrheic keratoses. Red veins and hairs can
also be treated, as well as skin incision and skin tightening applications. The 4 megaHz radiofrequency
unit is distinctly different from hyfrecators, not commonly understood. This has clinical relevance in that
tissue is not charred, and can be shaved off under local anaesthesia. An excellent cosmetic result is usual
with very rare hypopigmentation or scarring evident. A wide range of electrodes are available. Industry
enquiries: Medtel is the NZ agent for Ellmann technology.
Dr Peter Chapman-Smith has regularly used this technology for 20 years, and would strongly recommend
this unique radiofrequency device over hyfrecators, which cannot achieve the same efficacy. As director
of the Skin and Vein Clinic and a Fellow of the NZ College of Appearance Medicine, he has taught this
technology to many colleagues over the years including trainees of NZCAM. This is a device that any
GP with a steady hand would find very useful in practice daily – for skin surgery or cosmetic removal of
unwanted lumps and bumps.
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Dr Chris Ellis
Interpreting ECGs - Concurrent Workshop
Saturday, 11 June 2011 Start 4:30pm Duration: 60mins Van Gogh
The ECG is the most basic of cardiology tests and still the most important. The methods used to read
an ECG will be shown, with a variety of ECGs and clinical cases discussed to emphasise points made.
The workshop aims to teach, refresh and leave attendees with confidence to develop their own ECG
service.
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09-12 June 2011 | Energy Events Centre | Rotorua