EBDVD study plan

Build a morphological decision framework that separates the major papulosquamous plaques (psoriasis, lichen planus, pityriasis rosea, pityriasis rubra pilaris) by scale, colour, distribution and nail/oral findings

Differentiate the eczematous family (atopic, seborrhoeic, discoid, stasis, dyshidrotic) and justify the single most likely diagnosis from a written vignette

Construct a stepwise severity-based treatment ladder for atopic dermatitis from emollients and topical corticosteroids through phototherapy to systemic immunosuppression

List the monitoring parameters and contraindications for systemic agents used in severe psoriasis and severe eczema

Explain the clinical and histological overlap between psoriasis and eczema well enough to choose the next diagnostic step

Re-test and close the three weakest concepts identified in the week 1 error log

Classify cutaneous bacterial infections (impetigo, ecthyma, erysipelas, cellulitis, folliculitis, erythrasma) by causative organism, depth and first-line therapy

Distinguish herpes simplex, varicella-zoster, molluscum and the common viral exanthems by lesion morphology, distribution and infectivity advice

Select the correct diagnostic test and first-line regimen for syphilis, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, trichomoniasis and pelvic inflammatory disease, including partner notification

Recognise cutaneous signs of HIV infection and name the dermatoses that should trigger HIV testing

Stage syphilis and interpret non-treponemal versus treponemal serology, including the prozone phenomenon and serological follow-up

Apply ABCDE and the 7-point dermoscopic checklist to decide which pigmented lesions require biopsy

Compare basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma on morphology, growth pattern and metastatic risk

Map Breslow thickness and other staging variables to the appropriate surgical margin, sentinel node discussion and follow-up interval

Justify when to biopsy, when to refer urgently and when to reassure in a written skin-lesion vignette

Interpret dermoscopic patterns that separate melanocytic naevi, melanoma, seborrhoeic keratosis, haemangioma and pigmented basal cell carcinoma

Identify the histopathological features and reporting elements required for melanoma, basal cell carcinoma and lichenoid/psoriasiform dermatoses

Explain the indication, technique, vehicle selection and reading schedule (48 h and 96 h) of epicutaneous patch testing

Describe practical microscopy for scabies, dermatophytes and Candida, including sampling technique and potassium hydroxide preparation

Match each diagnostic technique (dermoscopy, biopsy, patch test, microscopy, direct immunofluorescence) to the clinical question it answers best

Plan an elliptical excision for a given lesion including margin, orientation along relaxed skin tension lines, and closure choice

Calculate maximum safe doses of common local anaesthetics and state the management of local anaesthetic toxicity

Describe the technique, indications and complications of cryotherapy, curettage, shave excision and simple flap or graft repair

Outline laser physics basics, tissue interactions, and the safety and consent requirements for laser and energy devices

Apply infection control, sharps safety and surgical-site checklist principles to a procedural scenario

Recognise the cardinal cutaneous and systemic signs of neurofibromatosis type 1, tuberous sclerosis complex, the ichthyoses and epidermolysis bullosa

Distinguish infantile haemangioma, vascular malformations and port-wine stains, and state when and how to treat

Manage common paediatric dermatoses (napkin dermatitis, infantile eczema, molluscum, tinea capitis) with age-appropriate therapy

Identify cutaneous markers of connective tissue disease (lupus, dermatomyositis, systemic sclerosis, Sjögren) and the antibodies to test

Link paraneoplastic and internal-disease skin signs (acanthosis nigricans, pyoderma gangrenosum, erythema nodosum, vasculitis) to the underlying workup

Separate allergic from irritant contact dermatitis using history, distribution and timing, and select the appropriate patch test series

Apply the occupational skin disease framework: recognition, reporting obligations, workplace exposure assessment and fitness-for-work advice

Classify photodermatoses and explain photoprotection, phototherapy indications and the principles of skin-ageing assessment

Counsel a patient on the evidence and the risks behind common cosmetic and laser interventions, including pigmentary complications in darker skin

Recognise when a cosmetic request signals an underlying dermatological or psychological issue requiring clinical assessment

Apply consent, capacity, confidentiality and conflict-of-interest principles to written professional-practice scenarios

Demonstrate structured risk communication and shared decision-making in a difficult conversation vignette

Use guideline-based thresholds to decide referral, escalation and safety-netting for the highest-weight domains

Synthesise the whole curriculum in one timed mock examination and triage every error by domain weight and recurrence

Produce a prioritised final-revision list for the last 72 hours before the examination