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In this special guest episode, Dr. Dustin Portela sits down with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michael Christopher to discuss one of dermatology's most powerful diagnostic tools: dermoscopy. Often called "the stethoscope of dermatology," the dermatoscope allows doctors to detect skin cancer earlier and more accurately than ever before.
Dr. Christopher explains how dermoscopy works, why it's not yet standard in every clinic, and what patients should expect during a thorough skin exam. The two also dive into the broader conversation about proactive healthcare—covering topics like optimal screening vs. standard guidelines, full-body imaging, AI-assisted diagnostics, and the changing landscape of melanoma detection.
Whether you're a dermatologist, a medical student, or someone who wants to take your skin health seriously, this episode will leave you seeing skin checks—and your annual exam—in a whole new light.
Follow Us: Dr. Portela TikTok: @drdustinportela Instagram: @drdustinportelaYouTube (Reactions): @208SkinDocYouTube (Educational): @drdustinportelaPinterest: @DrDustinPortela
Austin Lee TikTok: @austinleepac Instagram: @austinleepac
Guest: Dr. Michael ChristopherInstagram: @michael.christopher.md Dr. Christopher is a board-certified dermatologist based in Tucson, Arizona, and a leading educator in dermoscopy and skin cancer detection. He serves on the Arizona Melanoma Task Force and is dedicated to advancing early cancer detection through education and technology.
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In this special guest episode, Dr. Dustin Portela sits down with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Michael Christopher to discuss one of dermatology's most powerful diagnostic tools: dermoscopy. Often called "the stethoscope of dermatology," the dermatoscope allows doctors to detect skin cancer earlier and more accurately than ever before.
Dr. Christopher explains how dermoscopy works, why it's not yet standard in every clinic, and what patients should expect during a thorough skin exam. The two also dive into the broader conversation about proactive healthcare—covering topics like optimal screening vs. standard guidelines, full-body imaging, AI-assisted diagnostics, and the changing landscape of melanoma detection.
Whether you're a dermatologist, a medical student, or someone who wants to take your skin health seriously, this episode will leave you seeing skin checks—and your annual exam—in a whole new light.
Follow Us: Dr. Portela TikTok: @drdustinportela Instagram: @drdustinportelaYouTube (Reactions): @208SkinDocYouTube (Educational): @drdustinportelaPinterest: @DrDustinPortela
Austin Lee TikTok: @austinleepac Instagram: @austinleepac
Guest: Dr. Michael ChristopherInstagram: @michael.christopher.md Dr. Christopher is a board-certified dermatologist based in Tucson, Arizona, and a leading educator in dermoscopy and skin cancer detection. He serves on the Arizona Melanoma Task Force and is dedicated to advancing early cancer detection through education and technology.

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