Chronic kidney disease management in general practice
This education discusses the detection of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in general practice. Staging of CKD is discussed and action plans for each stage are outlined.
Education
Gain a succinct overview of specific topics relating to every day practice with our wide range of education modules and advanced courses; quick and easy to complete anytime, anywhere. You will receive a certificate for completing any of these education activities. CPD points are also available. Our 40-point sessions provide the opportunity to develop indepth knowledge, skills, behaviour and attitudes in a range of therapeutic areas.
Chronic kidney disease: Issues for general practitioners
This module uses several case studies as a platform to discuss topics such as identifying patients at risk of CKD, diabetic kidney disease and heavy proteinuria.
Management of early schizophrenia in general practice and the role of dopamine partial agonists
This module aims to improve GP confidence in managing early schizophrenia, including identifying and managing negative symptoms to reduce disability for their patients.
Referrals to Familial Cancer Centres for BRCA1 and BRCA2 testing
Hereditary mutations of the tumour suppressor genes BRCA1 and BRCA2 can lead to an elevated risk of breast cancer. This education explores how to identify affected patients with a family history of cancer, and provides an overview of how Familial Cancer Centres can assist these patients through genetic testing and risk management.
Referrals to Familial Cancer Centres for Lynch syndrome risk assessment
Lynch syndrome is an inherited genetic mutation that increases an individual's risk of various cancers. This education explores how to identify affected patients with a family history of cancer, and provides an overview of how Familial Cancer Centres can assist these patients through genetic testing and risk management.
Asthma in Australia: 1. Asthma basics
This module provides an overview of the current prevalence and impact of asthma in Australia, and will help you identify common challenges to providing optimal asthma care in primary practice. Participants will gain an understanding of the heterogeneity of asthma and the importance of tailoring treatment to the individual patient.
Asthma in Australia: 2. Partnering with your patients
This module looks at the impact of asthma for patients with mild-to-moderate and severe disease, and helps you give your patients the tools to self-manage their condition. The module also explores the psychosocial factors that can increase the impact of asthma, and provides practical tips and resources for mitigating these.
Asthma in Australia: 3. Adjusting treatment and encouraging adherence
This module explores the key barriers to adherence for your asthma patients, and presents strategies to manage these challenges based on current Australian guidelines. Participants will be able to access practical resources designed to help create a written asthma action plan for your patients, as well as tips on how to make the most of your consultation time with a patient.
