Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Update: Short Courses

COPD is the 5th most common cause of death. It is thought to be under diagnosed by as much as 25%. One of the more alarming statistics is that there are estimated to be as many as 2.5 million people who have this chronic disease and don't know it. A fundamental aim of the new NICE COPD Guidelines (published 25 February 2004 ), is to achieve consistency of care and so it is appropriate that better diagnosis is paramount right from the outset.

This interactive one day short course focuses on the key issues which underpin the guidelines and is firmly placed to facilitate their widespread uptake. It is intended for and aimed at those healthcare professionals who are already actively involved in the care and management of COPD patients and will facilitate discussion in order to share good practice which is based on the most up to date evidence available.

Aim of short course

To help health professionals understand the major implications of the new NICE COPD guideline and how these can be translated into practice to improve patient care.

Short course objectives

What is new in COPD?
7 key priorities of NICE guideline
Diagnosis of COPD
Advances in drug therapy
Multidisciplinary approaches to care
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Management of exacerbations

Duration and format

One training day with informal lectures and interactive practical sessions.

Cost

£99

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Short Course Contact Details

For further details and/or to book this short course:
Email Booking - Individual
Tel: +44 (0)1926 493313

Locally Delivered Courses
To commission this short course in your local area for 12 or more people:
Email Booking - Locally Delivered
Tel: +44 (0)1926 836836