STI Testing
Dr Theresa Laverty
This session will cover testing for common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs). It will explore current testing options for these in the community and home testing and when to refer to specialist services. This session looks at the diagnostic methods used for vaginal discharge. It describes asym....
Choosing Contraceptive Methods
Dr Vinod Kumar
This session will discuss the principles, practical application and various ways of exploring an individual’s preference when wanting to start or change their method of contraception.
Contraceptive Needs of Women with a Raised BMI
Laura Patterson
This session considers the safety and effectiveness of contraception in individuals with a raised BMI. It also includes some practical considerations.
Verbal De-escalation Techniques
Oluwatoni Idowu and David Keen
This session introduces verbal de-escalation techniques and outlines how to integrate areas included in a safety plan in your current care plans.
Managing Side-effects and Complications of IUD and IUS
Anita Maini
This session outlines the side-effects and complications of intrauterine device (IUD) and intrauterine system (IUS) use. It discusses both immediate side-effects on insertion and problems that arise with long-term use. It also outlines the management plan when a complication arises.
Online CPD with the WCEA platform
Samantha Chapman
This webinar is to demonstrate to learners how register and gain access to the platform where they have access to courses for continuing professional development.
Orthopaedic Upper Limb Fractures and Emergencies
Dr.Firas Arnaout, Dr. Nicola Evans, Dr. Nicola Evans, Khaled Elawady, and David Hughes
3.5 Hours
This course provides a comprehensive overview of upper limb fractures and emergencies in orthopaedic practice. Participants will gain a deep understanding of upper limb anatomy, assessment, diagnosis, and management strategies for a variety of fractures and traumatic injuries. Practical skills in fracture reduction techniques, e....
Orthopaedic Upper Limb Conditions
Kashif Memon
1.25 Hours
Deep dive into upper limb disorders. Master diagnosis, treatment options, and best practices for optimal patient care.
Module 3: Management of Cardiovascular Diseases, Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) & Chronic Kidney Disease
Dr. Tatizo Karolo Waane, Dr. Samwel Jacob Rweyemamu, Dr. Reuben Mutaganywa, Dr. Deogratius Soka, Dr. Christina Aloyce Kindole, Dr Paschal Ruggajo and Dr Onesmo Kisanga
Cardiovascular diseases, sickle cell disease, and chronic kidney disease present unique challenges in NCD management. Module 3 delves into the epidemiology, risk factors, clinical presentation, and complications associated with these conditions. Participants are trained to diagnose and manage patients with hypertension, stroke,....
Module 2: Prevention and Rehabilitation of NCDs
Lutgard Kokulinda Kagaruki, Prof. Theonest Mutabingwa, Adeline Munuo, Mussa Kelvin Nsanya, Mary Kibona, Hilda Missano, Waziri Ndonde and Dr. Fredrick Mashili
Addressing NCDs goes beyond curative approaches; prevention through lifestyle modifications is fundamental. This module is designed to provide participants with insights into promoting healthy lifestyles as key preventive measures. Session 2.1 focuses on healthy living through nutrition and diet, while Session 2.2 highlights the....
Module 13: Quality Assurance Monitoring and Evaluation
Ms. Stella Mpanda, Dr. Stella Challe, and Ms. Neema Gabriel
Module 13 focuses on quality improvement, patient monitoring systems, supportive supervision and mentoring, and continuous quality improvement for NCD services. Participants understand the dimensions and principles of Quality improvement, utilize patient monitoring tools, learn about supervision and mentoring roles, and grasp co....
Post-operative Complications in General
Ridzuan Farouk
This session identifies factors which increase the risk of post-operative complications and outlines a multidisciplinary approach on how to minimise these risks peri-operatively.
Pharmacokinetics
Patrick Hopton
This session contains a series of short revision tutorials and multiple choice questions to help who are candidates preparing for the Primary FRCA Examination.
Drug Metabolism and Excretion
Matt Baynham
This session describes the processes of metabolism (biotransformation) of drugs within the human body, where these processes occur, and factors that influence them. The session also gives clinical examples of these processes that are relevant to the anaesthetist.
Classifications for Antiarrhythmic Drugs
Kirstin Wilkinson and Richard Cope
This session reviews the physiology of the cardiac action potential and describes the methods of arrhythmia generation. It also defines the classification methods available for arrhythmias along with the positive and negative attributes of each.
Drugs and the Sympathetic Nervous System
Rowan Hardy
This session discusses the mode and duration of action, metabolism, side-effects and the use in theatre of drugs that stimulate adrenergic receptors, including direct- and indirect-acting sympathomimetics.
The Autonomic Nervous System
Manpreet Singh and Jeffrey Handel
This session outlines the anatomical and physiological arrangements of the autonomic nervous system including receptors and transmitters involved with relevance to pharmacological agents.
Module 1: Disaster Management Cycle: Pediatric Considerations
Debra Weiner, and Dr. Amos Solomon
This module provides an overview of disasters and the disaster management cycle and the specific requirements for pediatric populations, equipping healthcare professionals, emergency responders, and policymakers with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect and support children during disasters.
Benzylisoquinolinium Muscle Relaxants
Charlene Grassman and Chris Parker
This session describes the benzylisoquinolinium neuromuscular blocking agents, including their pharmacological properties and cardiovascular side-effects.
Endogenous Catecholamines
Rowan Hardy
This session discusses the endogenous catecholamines: hormones and neurotransmitters, secreted by both the adrenal gland and sympathetic neurons.
Succinylcholine
Sue Hill
This session describes the properties of succinylcholine, the only depolarising muscle relaxant in clinical use in the UK.
Hypertension in detail
Prof. John Lubega
Clinicians will understand more about pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of Hypertension
Geospatial Analysis for Lab Efficiency & Network Optimization
Ms. Juhi Gautam and M. Thomas Crompton
On 25 July 2024, ASLM convened a LabCoP DNO SubCoP ECHO session to provide an introduction and overview of geospatial analyses for diagnostic systems strengthening. Geospatial analyses are increasingly being leveraged by countries to identify gaps and opportunities in expanding disease testing, promoting equitable access to test....
The Rise of Resistance: How Bacteria Outsmart Antibiotics
Dr. Caroline Maluleka
In this Antimicrobial (AMR) Community of Practice (CoP) webinar, we discuss the sophisticated and crafty methods bacteria use to resist antibiotics. The session presentation is delivered by Dr. Caroline Maluleka, Acting Head of the Centre for Heathcare-Associated Infections, Antimicrobial Resistance and Mycoses (CHARM), National....
Communication for Improved Outcomes
Elizabeth Alvarez, DNP, RN
Effective communication between both the providers of care and the patient assists in both nurse satisfaction and patient outcomes.