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Gout

Plan the diagnosis and management of gout.

CPD 10.5 hours accredited learning

Learning format Self-paced online, start anytime

Recognition Digital badge upon completion

Overview

The "Gout" course offers comprehensive training for healthcare professionals in diagnosing and managing gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by urate crystal deposition in joints. The course covers the identification of inflammatory monoarthritis, pseudogout, and gout, with a focus on the different stages and treatment strategies. Participants will gain practical knowledge on patient management, including preventive measures, medication options, and patient education to prevent complications.

Meet your presenter

Dr Alice Lam

MBChB FRACGP

General practitioner

Dr Alice Lam is a general practitioner passionate about evidence-based medicine and education for medical professionals and their patients. She has over 23 years of medical experience in Australia and overseas. Dr Lam graduated from the University of Manchester, UK and practised both as a locum and partner. Since 2008, she has worked as a GP in Melbourne, Australia. Her other interests include digital health, health writing and education for health professionals and patients.

CPD hours

Education hours4.5

Reviewing performance hours6.0

Total CPD hours10.5

Accreditations

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Accreditation number: 450710

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Accreditation number: 38560

Short course fee

$295

Course includes:

Focused learning on a specific clinical topic
Practical knowledge for everyday practice
Led by experienced clinicians
Lifetime access to course materials

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10.5 CPD Hours
10.5 PDP Hours

Counts towards

Advanced Certificate of Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine
Foundation Certificate of Arthritis: Types and Treatments
Professional Diploma of Men's Health

Continue your learning

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