Improving Melanoma Detection Through Dermoscopy and Skin Biopsy Training for Primary Care Practitioners in Maine

Authors

• Kathryn Stevens, MaineHealthFollow
• Madeleine Puissant, Department of Emergency Medicine Maine Medical Center Portland Maine USA.Follow
• Madison Fairfield, MaineHealth
• Elizabeth Seiverling
• Emogene Miller, MaineHealthFollow
• Leopold Laufer MD, MaineHealthFollow
• Peggy CyrFollow

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Description

Background: Maine has a rising incidence of melanoma with 746 cases reported in 2013, 984 cases in 2018, and 1130 cases in 2022. At the same time, Maine faces a shortage of dermatology providers, limiting access to timely care. Early detection and prompt treatment are critical, as they are strongly associated with improved melanoma survival rates. Partnerships between dermatology and primary care are important to bridging this gap.

Publication Date

4-30-2026

Comments

Presented at the 2026 Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat

Recommended Citation

Stevens, Kathryn; Puissant, Madeleine; Fairfield, Madison; Seiverling, Elizabeth; Miller, Emogene; Laufer, Leopold MD; and Cyr, Peggy, "Improving Melanoma Detection Through Dermoscopy and Skin Biopsy Training for Primary Care Practitioners in Maine" (2026). Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat 2026. 20.
https://knowledgeconnection.mainehealth.org/lambrew-retreat-2026/20