UCSF Primary Care Medicine: Update 2023 (Videos)

Course Unveils Groundbreaking Advances and Controversies in Primary Care

Introduction

This comprehensive course delves into the latest breakthroughs and ongoing debates shaping outpatient medicine and primary care practice. It offers a unique opportunity to delve into contemporary challenges and gain practical strategies to enhance patient care.

Course Objectives:

• Enhance competence in primary care management and ambulatory practices.
• Master new guidelines and strategies for preventive medicine, including cancer prevention and screening.
• Acquire proficiency in managing common and complex office problems such as hypertension, asthma, and diabetes.
• Understand the impact of COVID-19 on primary care and implement evidence-based treatment approaches.
• Develop expertise in managing dermatological disorders, from skin cancer to eczema.
• Diagnose and treat common and uncommon respiratory conditions.
• Address common neurological concerns, including headaches and strokes.
• Treat patients with mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety.
• Detect and manage oncological emergencies.
• Optimize obesity management and utilize novel medications.
• Enhance diagnostic accuracy and medical practice efficiency.
• Foster effective patient communication and shared-decision making.
• Cultivate a deeper understanding of health disparities and promote equitable patient-centered care.

Course Outline

COVID-19: Current Understanding and Management Strategies

• Explore the latest developments in COVID-19 diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
• Discuss best practices for addressing long-COVID and associated patient concerns.

Cancer Screening and Management

• Review updated cancer screening guidelines and discuss current controversies in cancer prevention.
• Understand the management of common cancers, including breast, colon, and prostate cancer.

Chronic Disease Management

• Master evidence-based strategies for managing hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and stroke.
• Delve into advances in asthma and COPD treatment, including new medications and inhaler devices.
• Enhance your understanding of type 2 diabetes management, focusing on novel medications and patient-centric approaches.

Dermatology for Primary Care

• Gain expertise in diagnosing and treating common skin conditions, such as skin cancer, eczema, and acne.
• Learn the management of drug eruptions and disorders associated with aging skin.

Neurology

• Develop proficiency in performing a thorough neurological examination.
• Understand the diagnosis and treatment of headaches, back pain, and stroke.
• Identify and manage common neurological disorders, including dementia and delirium.

Mental Health Disorders

• Acquire skills in managing depression, suicidality, and somatoform disorders in primary care settings.
• Discuss best practices for addressing medication adherence and reducing stigma associated with mental health conditions.

Obesity Management

• Develop a comprehensive approach to obesity management, including dietary interventions, medications, and surgical options.
• Understand the physiological mechanisms and psychological factors underlying obesity.

Communicating with Patients

• Enhance patient communication skills to foster trust and shared decision-making.
• Utilize evidence-based strategies to improve medication adherence and lifestyle modifications.
• Promote health literacy and empower patients in their own healthcare journey.

Equity in Primary Care

• Explore the impact of health disparities on patient outcomes and access to care.
• Discuss the role of primary care clinicians in promoting equitable and culturally sensitive healthcare.
• Identify strategies for addressing social determinants of health and reducing health disparities.

This course is designed for practicing internists, family practitioners, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals seeking to provide high-quality primary care. Through interactive discussions and evidence-based presentations, it empowers clinicians to stay abreast of current best practices and enhance their patient care strategies.