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This course consists of six detailed units:

Unit 1: The GI Tract
This unit provides an overview of the gastrointestinal tract, including its anatomy, functions, and classification of GI disorders into structural and functional types. Participants will learn about common chronic GI diseases and the importance of monitoring and early detection.

Unit 2: Disorders and Symptoms
This unit covers several key GI disorders, including coeliac disease, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), diverticular disease, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD). Common symptoms such as diarrhoea, constipation, vomiting, bloating, and abdominal pain are explored, along with diagnostic approaches.

Unit 3: Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD)
Focusing on the diagnosis and management of GORD, this unit covers the risk factors, common symptoms, and treatment strategies such as lifestyle modifications and pharmacological therapies. Participants will also learn how to identify complications like Barrett's oesophagus and esophagitis.

Unit 4: Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
This unit delves into Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, their pathophysiology, symptoms, and complications. It covers diagnosis through blood tests, imaging, and colonoscopy, and the management of IBD through medications and lifestyle adjustments.

Unit 5: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
This unit explores IBS, a functional disorder, focusing on its diagnostic criteria and management. It emphasises the importance of ruling out other conditions and offers treatment approaches such as dietary modifications (e.g., low FODMAP), stress management, and medications​.

Unit 6: Diverticulitis
The final unit examines diverticulitis, discussing its causes, symptoms, and complications. Participants will learn about the management of uncomplicated and complicated diverticulitis through diet, antibiotics, and surgery when needed​.

This course provides essential tools for clinicians to effectively diagnose and manage gastrointestinal complaints in their patients.

Learning Outcomes

1. Determine the prevalence of common gastrointestinal complaints in the community and the impact these can have on those affected by them
2. Apply current evidence to the diagnosis and management of common gastrointestinal complaints, including monitoring for complications and assessing when it is necessary to refer patients.

Details

Cost: $195

Suitable for: All degree qualified medical practitioners.

Study mode: 100% online

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