Course Overview:
This in-depth course, “Endocrinology: Comprehensive Disorders and Therapies,” is tailored for healthcare professionals eager to deepen their expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disorders. Led by Dr. Muhammad Ali, a highly esteemed endocrinologist with extensive experience in clinical and research endocrinology, the course offers a thorough exploration of both common and complex endocrine conditions. Topics will cover diabetes management, thyroid diseases, adrenal disorders, pituitary dysfunction, and rare endocrine syndromes. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based practices, advanced therapeutic strategies, and the latest research developments in the field of endocrinology.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this comprehensive course, participants will be able to:
- Diagnose and manage diabetes mellitus: Develop a strong understanding of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, including diagnostic criteria, insulin therapy, oral hypoglycemics, and emerging treatments.
- Interpret and treat thyroid disorders: Gain expertise in the management of hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, goiter, and thyroid nodules, along with insight into recent advancements in radioactive iodine therapy and thyroidectomy.
- Address adrenal and pituitary disorders: Diagnose and treat adrenal insufficiency, Cushing’s syndrome, and pituitary disorders, with a focus on hormonal replacement and surgical interventions.
- Understand metabolic syndrome and obesity: Explore the pathophysiology of metabolic syndrome and obesity, and learn how to implement multifaceted treatment plans incorporating lifestyle changes, medications, and bariatric surgery when necessary.
- Utilize cutting-edge therapies: Evaluate the role of GLP-1 receptor agonists, SGLT2 inhibitors, and other emerging pharmacologic treatments in managing endocrine and metabolic disorders.
- Manage endocrine emergencies: Recognize and respond to critical endocrine emergencies such as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), thyroid storm, and adrenal crisis, using a protocol-driven approach for optimal outcomes.
- Personalize patient-centered care: Incorporate patient education, shared decision-making, and individualized lifestyle modifications into therapeutic plans to enhance treatment adherence and outcomes.
- Explore advancements in endocrinology research: Stay current on novel developments in endocrine therapies, genomics, and personalized medicine, equipping participants with the tools to apply cutting-edge knowledge in clinical practice.
Target Audience:
This course is ideal for:
- Endocrinologists seeking advanced insights into complex cases and emerging therapies
- Primary care physicians who manage patients with common endocrine disorders such as diabetes and thyroid disease
- Internists interested in developing a deeper understanding of metabolic and endocrine health
- Nurse practitioners and physician assistants specializing in endocrine or internal medicine care
- Healthcare professionals working in diabetes management, metabolic health, or those treating patients with chronic endocrine diseases
Prerequisites:
Participants should have a foundational knowledge of internal medicine and basic endocrine physiology. This course builds upon intermediate understanding and is aimed at those looking to enhance their clinical practice or specialize in endocrinology.
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 8 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Endocrinology9
- 1.0||ENDOCRINOLOGY (LECTURE # 1)|| 1. Endocrine Embryology (Thyroid Development) 2. Endocrine Anatomy (Pituitary Gland, Adrenal Cortex and Adrenal Medulla, Endocrine Pancreas cell Types) 3. Endocrine Physiology (Cortisol, Adrenal Steroids and Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia)76 Minutes
- 1.1||ENDOCRINOLOGY (LECTURE # 2)|| ||PHYSIOLOGY OF ENDOCRINE SYSTEM|| 1. Appetite Regulation 2. Thyroid Hormones 3. Parathyroid Hormones 4. Calcium Homeostasis 5. Calcitonin 6. Insulin 7. Signaling Pathways of Endocrine Hormones 8. Signaling Pathways of Steroid Hormones81 Minutes
- 1.2||ENDOCRINOLOGY (LECTURE # 3)|| ||ENDOCRINE PATHOLOGY|| 1. Difference between Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism 2. Hypothyroidism related Diseases (Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Subacute Granulomatous Thyroiditis, Riedel Thyroiditis, Congenital Hypothyroidism, Other causes of Hypothyroidism)54 Minutes
- 1.3||ENDOCRINOLOGY (LECTURE # 4)|| ||ENDOCRINE PATHOLOGY|| 1. Hyperthyroidism (Graves Disease, Toxic Multinodular Goiter, Thyroid Storm, Other causes of Hyperthyroidism) 2. Causes of Goiter 3. Thyroid Adenoma 4. Thyroid Cancer (Papillary Carcinoma, Follicular Carcinoma, Medullary Carcinoma, Undifferentiated/Anaplastic Carcinoma) 5. Hyperparathyroidism (Primary Hyperparathyroidism, Secondary Hyperparathyroidism, Tertiary Hyperparathyroidism, Familial Hypocalciuric hypercalcemia)52 Minutes
- 1.4||ENDOCRINOLOGY (LECTURE # 5)|| ||ENDOCRINE PATHOLOGY|| 1. Hypoparathyroidism and its types (Pseudohypoparathyroidism type 1A, Pseudohypoparathyroidism) 2. Lab values in Hypocalcemic Disorders 3. Diabetes Mellitus (Acute Manifestations, Chronic Complications, Diagnosis) 4. Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus 5. Hyperglycemic emergencies (Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic state 6. Hypoglycemia in Diabetes Mellitus74 Minutes
- 1.5||ENDOCRINOLOGY (LECTURE # 6)|| ||ENDOCRINE PATHOLOGY|| 1. HPA Index 2. Cushing Syndrome 3. Adrenal Insufficiency (Primary Adrenal Insufficiency, Secondary and Tertiary Adrenal Insufficiency, Acute Adrenal Insufficiency) 4. Hyperaldosteronism (Primary Hyperaldosteronism, Secondary Hyperaldosteronism) 5. Neuroendocrine Tumors 6. Neuroblastoma 7. Pheochromocytoma (Etiology, Symptoms, Findings and Treatment) 8. Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN1, MEN2A, MEN2B 9. Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumors (Insulinoma, Glucagonoma, Somatostatinoma) 10. Carcinoid Tumors 11. Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome84 Minutes
- 1.6||ENDOCRINOLOGY (LECTURE # 7)|| ||ENDOCRINE PHYSIOLOGY|| 1. Hypothalamic-Pituitary Hormones (ADH, CRH, Dopamine, GHRH, GnRH, MSH, Oxytocin, Prolactin, Somatostatin, TRH) 2. Growth Hormone 3. Antidiuretic Hormone 4. Prolactin ||ENDOCRINE PATHOLOGY|| 1. Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion 2. Primary Polydipsia and Diabetes Insipidus (Primary Polydipsia, Central DI, Nephrogenic DI) 3. Hypopituitarism (Sheehan Syndrome, Pituitary Apoplexy) 4. Acromegaly44 Minutes
- 1.7||ENDOCRINOLOGY (LECTURE # 8)|| ||ENDOCRINE PHARMACOLOGY|| 1. Diabetes Mellitus Therapy (Insulin Preparations, Increase Insulin Sensitivity, Increase Insulin Secretion, Increase glucose-induced insulin secretion, Decrease sodium absorption, Other Drugs Therapy) 2. Thionamides 3. Levothyroxine, Liothyronine 4. Hypothalamic/Pituitary Drugs 5. Fludrocortisone 6. Cinacalcet 7. Sevelamer 8. Cation Exchange Resins57 Minutes
- 1.8ENDOCRINOLOGY MOCK EXAM58 Questions
