Mohs Appropriate Use Criteria vs Woods Lamp Lite

There are many considerations when determining whether to use Mohs surgery for the treatment of skin cancer. The American Academy of Dermatology's new Mohs Surgery Appropriate Use Criteria app can easily and systematically assist you in determining when Mohs is most appropriate for your patients. Whether you are a Mohs surgeon, a general dermatologist, or other referring physician, this app can help you seamlessly implement the AUC in your practice. Highlights of this free app include: •Decision support on the appropriateness of Mohs for 270 unique scenarios •Guided navigation through tumor and patient characteristics •Color-coded body maps for high, medium and low-risk areas •Supplemental clinical algorithms •Quick reference that can be shared with referring physicians and patients

A Wood’s Lamp is an Ultra-Violet (UV) light used to detect fluorescence in the skin or hair . Studies (https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(19)30636-X/fulltext) have shown that a smartphone with a bright blue screen can be used as an alternative to the traditional Wood’s Lamp Device. Wood’s Lamp Lite allows you to instantly turn your phone into a bright blue screen. Simply hold your phone screen 6" above the area of skin of interest while in a dark room. With Wood’s Lamp Lite, you can also take photos and videos to record your findings. Disclaimer: Wood’s Lamp Lite is not designed for clinical use. The content provided by this app, including text, graphics, images, and other materials, is not intended to be a substitute for a traditional Wood’s Lamp, or as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.