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

Authors

• Kathryn Stevens NP, MaineHealthFollow
• Madeline Prentiss BA, MaineHealth
• Madison Fairfield BA, MaineHealth
• Elizabeth Seiverling MD
• Emogene Miller, MaineHealthFollow
• Leopold Laufer MD, MaineHealthFollow
• Peggy Cyr MD, MaineHealthFollow

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

4-30-2026

Institution/Department

Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat 2026; Family Medicine; Center for Interdisciplinary Population & Health Research

Abstract

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.

Comments

Presented at the 2026 Costas T. Lambrew Research Retreat

Recommended Citation

Stevens, Kathryn NP; Prentiss, Madeline BA; Fairfield, Madison BA; Seiverling, Elizabeth MD; Miller, Emogene; Laufer, Leopold MD; and Cyr, Peggy MD, "Improving Melanoma Detection Through Dermoscopy and Skin Biopsy Training for Primary Care Practitioners in Maine" (2026). MaineHealth Maine Medical Center. 4487.
https://knowledgeconnection.mainehealth.org/mmc/4487