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Depression in Men

Apply techniques to open discussion about sensitive topics, such as feelings, emotions and depression with male patients.

Depression in Men
CPD 9.5 hours accredited learning
Learning format Self-paced online, start anytime
Recognition Digital badge upon completion

Overview

"Depression in Men" is a comprehensive course designed for healthcare professionals to effectively address the unique challenges of identifying, diagnosing, and treating depression in men. Through evidence-based approaches, this course delves into emotional expression, mental health stigma, and practical strategies for engaging male patients. Covering assessment tools, treatment options, and guidelines for patient compliance, it equips practitioners with the skills needed to improve outcomes. Explore the connection between mental health and physical conditions, and gain insights into best practices for holistic care and referral pathways.

What you will learn

  • Recognise key clinical features and subtypes
  • Develop practical treatment plans using topical, systemic and procedural options
  • Identify triggers, patient factors and long-term management strategies
  • Apply evidence-based approaches in everyday clinical practice

Course contents

Meet your presenter

Dr Brad Lipson

Dr Brad Lipson

D.O. FASPC AQH DABOM

Family & Bariatric Physician - Board Certified
AOBFP & ABOM

Dr Brad Lipson is a family medicine expert in Boca Raton, Florida.

Dr Lipson is an alumnus of Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a doctorate in osteopathic medicine (D.O.) after graduating from the University of Miami with a B.S. in psychobiology and minor in business administration. He completed training as chief resident at the family practice residency program at Wellington Regional Medical Center in Wellington, Florida. He received his family practice board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He is affiliated with the American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Family Practitioners, and the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association.

Dr Lipson was born and raised in South Florida; he is married with two children, speaks Spanish, and enjoys Asian culture, geography, and computer technology. His interests include heart attack and stroke prevention, diabetes (diabetology), cholesterol (lipidology), obesity / metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure, men's health, and sleep disorders. He is a board certified family physician. Fellow of the American Society for Preventative Cardiology.

CPD hours

Education hours3.5
Reviewing performance hours6.0
Total CPD hours9.5

Accreditations

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Accreditation number: 477136

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Accreditation number: 38449

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Our short courses provide focused, standalone learning. If you wish to deepen your expertise, you can stack them towards a broader certificate pathway.

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