Diabetes Care | Care of People with Metabolic Problems: Endocrine and Metabolic Module

Written by Leading Clinical Experts
Under the Diabetes Care Program, this module is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to manage a range of endocrine and metabolic conditions in primary care settings. Developed by experienced clinical specialists, the content is aligned with the highest standards of care and provides a comprehensive understanding of both common and complex endocrine issues.
 

Made to Fit Your Busy Life
Delivered entirely online, this module offers engaging, interactive courses that can be completed at your own pace. Whether you’re at work, at home, or on the go, the bite-sized courses are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule.
Track your progress, revisit sessions, and complete them in any order, making this module an ideal learning resource for healthcare professionals balancing their demanding careers and continued education.
 

Course Content
The Diabetes Care | Care of People with Metabolic Problems: Endocrine and Metabolic module provides an in-depth exploration of endocrine and metabolic disorders commonly encountered in primary care. Each course is enriched with practical applications, case studies, and knowledge assessments to enhance learning outcomes.
 

Courses include:

• Endocrine Problems in Primary Care – An Overview: Gain a foundational understanding of common endocrine conditions encountered in general practice.
• Subclinical Hypothyroidism – Diagnosis and Management: Learn to identify and manage subclinical hypothyroidism effectively.
• Prescribing Thyroxine in Primary Care: Explore best practices for initiating and monitoring thyroxine therapy.
• Managing a Patient with Hyperthyroidism in Primary Care: Understand the complexities of diagnosing and treating hyperthyroidism.
• Assessing a Patient with an Electrolyte Imbalance: Master the evaluation and management of electrolyte imbalances in primary care.
• Calcium and Bone Metabolism Disorders in Primary Care: Address conditions such as osteoporosis and hypercalcemia with evidence-based approaches.
• Prescribing Long-Term Steroids: Understand the indications, risks, and monitoring requirements for long-term steroid therapy.
• Secondary Endocrine Causes of Hypertension: Learn to identify and manage endocrine-related hypertension effectively.
• Pituitary Problems in Primary Care (including Hyperprolactinaemia): Explore the evaluation and management of common pituitary disorders.
• Diagnosis and Management of Gout: Equip yourself with strategies to diagnose and manage gout in patients with metabolic conditions.
• Testosterone Deficiency and Male Hypogonadism: Understand the implications of testosterone deficiency and manage male hypogonadism in primary care.