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Parkinsons Disease

Parkinsons Disease

Explore Parkinson's Disease in depth with this comprehensive course designed for medical professionals and caregivers. Covering the pathogenesis, diagnosis, non-motor symptoms, disease progression, and management strategies, this evidence-based program enhances understanding of one of the most common neurodegenerative disorders. With case discussions, interactive assessments, and expert guidance, participants will learn to apply a systematic and multidisciplinary approach to care, improving outcomes for patients at every stage of the disease.

time-icon 4.5 hrs EA | 6.0 hrs RP | 0.0 hrs OM
$195.00
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  • FLEXIBLE TIMING

  • 100% ONLINE

  • accredited Course

  • Expert instructor

This course provides a structured, detailed exploration of Parkinson's Disease, divided into five engaging units:

Unit 1: Introduction, Aetiology, and Pathogenesis
Learn the history, definitions, and underlying mechanisms of Parkinson's Disease, including its genetic and environmental risk factors. Gain insights into the role of dopamine deficiency and alpha-synuclein misfolding in disease progression.

Unit 2: Assessment and Diagnosis
Master the clinical approach to diagnosing Parkinson's. This unit covers the prodromal and cardinal motor symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and the critical importance of history-taking and physical examination.

Unit 3: Non-Motor Symptoms
Delve into the wide-ranging non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s, from mood and cognitive disorders to gastrointestinal and sleep disturbances. Understand the interplay between motor treatments and non-motor symptom management.

Unit 4: Disease Progression and Prognosis
Explore the stages of Parkinson's progression, variability in symptom development, and the impact of treatment-related complications. Learn to provide patients with realistic prognostic expectations while empowering them to plan for their future.

Unit 5: Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Management
Study the comprehensive management of Parkinson's Disease. Topics include pharmacological treatments like levodopa and dopamine agonists, advanced therapies like deep brain stimulation, and the critical role of exercise and physiotherapy as disease-modifying strategies.

Each unit is supported by interactive case discussions, open-access readings, and assessments to solidify understanding. With no prerequisites required, this course equips participants with the tools to deliver informed, empathetic, and effective care to Parkinson’s patients.

  1. Apply a systematic approach to recognise and assess motor and non-motor symptoms in a patient with Parkinson’s disease.
  2. Utilise an evidence-based and multi-disciplinary approach to manage the symptoms of a patient with Parkinson’s disease. 

All degree qualified medical practitioners.

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CPD Hours:

  • Education hours:  4.5
  • Reviewing performance hours: 6.0
  • Measuring outcome hours:  0.0
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Accreditations:

Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) #942851

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) #34186

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Study Mode:

100% online

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Study duration:

10.5 hrs self-paced

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ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Dr Valia Francis

This course is presented by Dr Valia Francis.

Dr Francis enjoys all aspects of general practice and is especially interested in skin medicine, women's health and medicine of the elderly. Originally from Greece, Dr Francis is involved in teaching medical students as a Conjoint Lecturer in the Rural Medical School of Port Macquarie as well as teaching registrars. Dr Francis is a FRACGP, has a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor in Sciences (First class Honours in Neuroscience), Diploma in Child Health, Diploma of the Royal College Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Diploma of Family Planning & Sexual Health.