The Certificate Course In Evidence Based
Diabetes Management
Previously thought of as a disease of the developed world, diabetes mellitus is now a global epidemic, with two-thirds of those who have it living in poor nations. With a population of 22 million, Sri Lanka is currently a low-income nation in Asia. Over the past several decades, the country has experienced rapid and unplanned urbanization, with an estimated 30% of the population now residing in urban and suburban regions. Studies conducted locally indicate a considerable rise in the prevalence of diabetes mellitus. Over the past three decades, there has been an exponential increase in the prevalence of diabetes and prediabetes in urban areas. In a recent study conducted in 2019 with participants over 20 years old, Somasundaram and colleagues found that dysglycemia (classified as T2DM, IGT,
A major policy and health planning problem is the pool of diabetic patients who are now being treated and who are susceptible to the emergence of severe morbidity over time. Numerous people who have prediabetes and are at risk of developing diabetes should trigger urgent national initiatives as well as tailored interventions like nutrition and exercise counseling. We have previously discussed potential public health measures that may be taken in South Asia to reduce non-communicable diseases like diabetes. The aforesaid high risk groups in the urban population may require more attention from these interventions in light of the current findings.
The majority of diabetes patients in Sri Lanka are managed by primary care doctors, thus they must be driven, interested in, and knowledgeable about this metabolic condition. The Primary Care Diabetic Group Sri Lanka (PCDG), which is made up of senior primary care doctors with a shared interest in Diabetes Mellitus, has enrolled in a certificate program in diabetes management as a result. With the most recent updates pertinent to primary care practitioners who are at the forefront of managing diabetes patients, PHFI in India (www.phfi.org) has created this powerful academic program called Certificate Course in Evidence-Based Diabetes Management (CCEBDM).
Full-TimeDuration
12 Months
Course Highlights
Evidence-based updated curriculum.
- 12 modular courses.
- Case studies and interactive videos.
- Once a month weekend interactive lectures.
- Monitoring and evaluation program.
- Certificate certified by PHFI, DMDEA, and PCDGSL.
- Educational website.
PHFI – Public Health Foundation of India
DMDEA – Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Education Academy, Chennai
PCDGSL – Primary Care Diabetes Group Sri Lanka
Course Modules
1. Introduction to Diabetes.
2. Evaluation of the Person with Diabetes
3. Lifestyle Management in Diabetes
4. Drug Therapy for Diabetes- Part 1
5. Drug Therapy for Diabetes- Part 2
6. Metabolic Complications of Diabetes
7. Microvascular Disease in Diabetes
8Macrovascular Disease in Diabetes
09. Other Complications of Diabetes.
10. Diabetes Care in Special Situations
11. Diabetes in Pregnancy and Youth
12. Conclusions and Take-Home Messages
Eligibility Criteria
All doctors with SLMC Registration
Last date of enrolment To be notified. Contact Ms Champa 077-1674913
Duration
Participant evaluation will be through a continuous internal evaluation, course work and performance in the written examination. The criteria for successful completion of the program shall be as follows:
Participants need to attend 10 out of 12 Modules (including the pre-test and post-test of each module)
Completion of assigned course work (Three interim assignments based on completed modules given at the end of 4th, 7th, and 10th Modules)
Appearance and clearance of final written examination in the form of MCQs in an hour, along with module 12 (Min. 50% score required to clear the examination).
Evaluation and Certification Criteria
The candidate completing the certificate course successfully shall be awarded the certificate, to be jointly issued by PHFI, DMDEA and respective Regional Faculty (PCDGSL)
Course Fee
Total Rs. 40,000.00
(Rs 20,000.00 should be paid at the beginning and the balance can be paid within 02 months).
Course fee Payable Account Number – 101000031209
NDB Bank by cheque or by a bank draft in favor of – “ Primary Care Diabetic Group ”.
For cash deposit to the account please send the deposit slip with the application.
Venue –
SLDA Auditorium OPA building
Commencement Dates –
August / September 2023
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The Certificate Course In Evidence-Based Diabetes Management (CCEBDM)
