Investigation and Management of Pleural Effusions in Adults
Andrew Hardy
This session provides an overview of the initial investigation and management of pleural effusions in adults.
Severity Assessment of Pneumonia Using the CURB-65 Criteria
Sudipto Ghosh
This session covers the severity assessment of patients with community-acquired pneumonia, including the CURB-65 score and its use in formulating an initial management plan.
The Symptoms and Signs of Sarcoidosis
Kirsten Archer
This session provides an overview of the symptoms experienced by patients with sarcoidosis and of signs found on examination.
Taking an Occupational History
Veronica White
This session focuses on how to take an occupational history, with particular reference to respiratory diseases such as asbestosis and occupational asthma.
Investigation and Management of Hoarseness and Stridor
Salman Haider
This session describes hoarseness and stridor and explains the investigation and management of these conditions.
Chronic Kidney Disease Management in PHC
Dr Dineshree Mandry
An overview of management of early CKD in PHC, and a framework for assessments, referrals, treatment and action plans.
Care of the Older Persons; Evidence-Based Practices
Mrs Olayinka Aremu
Join us for an enlightening webinar focused on the care of older persons through evidence-based practices. As the global population ages, it is crucial to understand the unique needs and challenges faced by older adults. This webinar will delve into the latest research and practical strategies for providing high-quality care tha....
The Buck Stops Here: We’re All Responsible for Lp(a)
Cindy Lamendola
0.25 Hours
Cindy Lamendola, MSN, NP, FAHA, FPCNA, describes the impacts of elevated Lp(a) on the body. Current clinical trials, and the necessity of including diverse participants are described, as well as the importance of keeping Lp(a) front of mind no matter our r ole as healthcare professionals.
The Silent Sense: Expert Strategies for Recognizing and Diagnosing Neurotrophic Keratitis
Marjan Farid, Francis S Mah, Bruce I Gaynes, Kristi Kay Orbaugh, Brad Boyette
0.50 Hours
Neurotrophic keratitis (NK) is a rare, degenerative corneal disease characterized by reduced or absent corneal sensation. Its rarity, potential asymptomatic progression, and nonspecific presentation often cause diagnostic delays. Prompt, appropriate treatment is crucial to prevent irreversible corneal damage. In this first vi....
Navigating the Complexities of PH-ILD Diagnosis and Treatment: Implications for Managed Care Professionals
Steven D. Nathan, Michael R Stinchon, Abimbola Farinde, Kristi Kay Orbaugh, Mark A Rubin
0.50 Hours
Pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) is a complex condition due to the overlap of two distinct, often progressive, disease courses. The development of PH in ILD impacts symptoms, functional status, economic burden, and mortality rates to a greater degree than ILD alone. Tune in to this mul....
Tailoring Multiple Sclerosis Treatments Based on Clinical and Patient-Specific Factors
Joseph R Berger, Aaron E Miller, Ricardo Correa, Michele B Kaufman, Kristi Kay Orbaugh
0.50 Hours
Navigating treatment options for multiple sclerosis (MS) is a challenging task that is further compounded by individualizing treatment based on the latest clinical evidence as well as patient specific factors. In this 30-minute video, an MS expert will review patient-centered strategies in treatment decision-making and their....
The Evolving Treatment Landscape for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: New Targeted, Immuno-Oncology, and Emerging Combination Approaches
Aditya Bardia, Sara A Hurvitz, Douglas S Burgoyne, Kelly Valla, Mark A Rubin, Annette Sophin, Joyce M Knestrick
1.25 Hours
With the advent of immunotherapy, antibody-drug conjugates, and other targeted therapies, impressive strides have been made to improve historically dismal outcomes among patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). With additional promising therapeutic strategies on the horizon, it is important to remain up to date with e....
Assessing the Articulatory System
Stephen Davies and Ziad Al-Ani
This session describes the need for a systematic examination of the articulatory system and how to perform this examination. It also discusses how to decide on an appropriate method that will allow the results to be recorded in the clinical records.
Intravenous Cannulation
Kathy Wilson
This session will describe the principles of intravenous cannulation for conscious sedation in dentistry, including the equipment required, the cannulation technique and complications which may arise.
Successful Radiographic Techniques
Fiona Carmichael
Effective dental radiography assists the dentist in effective patient case management. The dentist should be aware of the techniques that produce consistently good results and be able to identify when that top standard is not reached.
The Limitations of Dental Health Education
Blánaid Daly
This session discusses dental health education, and focuses on the role of the dentist in practice. It explores the relationship between health education and health promotion in outlining the key dental health messages for individuals.
Decontamination
Chris Dickinson
This session will provide an overview of disinfection, sterilisation and decontamination relevant to dental instruments and equipment. It will discuss the methods used to reprocess instruments and equipment used in clinical dental treatment.
Time Management
Mike Busby
This session looks at the importance of time management skills and how these can help improve decision-making and the health of both you and your patients.
The development of the normal occlusion: primary, mixed and permanent
Helen Rodd
This session describes the normal chronology and sequence of tooth eruption, exfoliation of the primary teeth and characteristic occlusal features of the primary, mixed and permanent dentitions.
Orthodontics and the periodontally involved dentition including drifting
Paul R. Sharma, and Lakshmi Rasaratnam
This session discusses the interrelationship between orthodontics and periododontology.
Indications and contraindications for space maintenance
Halla Zaitoun, and Fiona Dyer
This session introduces the concept of space maintenance in the developing dentition and describes the indications and contraindications for space maintenance, illustrated with clinical cases.
Fixed orthodontic appliances
Maryam Izadi
Fixed appliances are permanently attached to the teeth and allow tooth movements in all planes of space. This session describes when and when not to use these appliances and explains the various main types of its components in use. There are several stages to fixed appliance treatment and these are also explained.
Multidisciplinary Management of Adolescent Obesity
Paul Chadwick
This session focuses on management of obesity at an individual level. It will describe the multi-disciplinary treatment of obesity in adolescents. Current guidelines for best practice in this area will be outlined and relevant public policy documents highlighted. Some important management strategies will be described and outcome....
Delivering Psychological Therapy in the Perinatal Period
Dr Fatima Abu Amna, Dr Jenny Atkinson, Laura Brodetsky, Dr Ruth Butterworth, Dr Sarita Dewan, Dr Phillipa Gardner,Dr Lisa Marsland-Hall, Dr Aaron McMeekin, Dr Ipsy Mukherjee, Katie Reid, Dr Kirsty Pratt, Dr Helen Stevens, Dr Catherine Tighe, Dr Lisa Wardl
This session will explore ways to hold the perinatal and infant frame of mind whilst delivering psychological therapy with parents.