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This is the third episode of a Rheumatology e-Learning Module inspired by the EULAR Campaign 'Don't Delay, Connect Today' and made possible by Association of Arthritis and Rheumatism – Malta (ARAM).
Learning Objectives
1. To improve ability to recognise and diagnose Raynaud's Phenomenon
2. To improve ability to differentiate between Primary and Secondary Raynaud's Phenomenon.
3. To improve ability to counsel and treat patients with Raynaud's Phenomenon.
4. To appreciate when it is appropriate to refer patients with Raynaud's Phenomenon to a Specialist Centre.
Learning Goal
- To raise awareness of the need for early diagnosis of Raynaud's phenomenon.
- To advise Healthcare Professionals how to counsel and treat patients with Raynaud's Phenomenon
- To become familiar with features that would help to differentiate between Primary and Secondary Raynaud's Phenomenon
- To guide Healthcare Professionals about when it is appropriate to refer patients with Raynaud's Phenomenon to a Specialist Centre
Partner Organisation
Rheumatology Unit, Mater Dei Hospital
| Accreditation Valid Until | 8th November 2019 | |
| Medical Association of Malta as representative of UEMO |  | 0.5 Credits |
| Malta College of Family Doctors | applied for |
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Release Date: November 2018
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This is the second episode of a Rheumatology e-Learning Module inspired by the EULAR Campaign 'Don't Delay, Connect Today' and made possible by Association of Arthritis and Rheumatism – Malta (ARAM)
In this eLearning video, Dr Cecilia Mercieca discusses Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). JIA is a rare but important condition affecting about 1 in 1000 children. It is an umbrella term for a number of different conditions.
Learning Objectives
• To explain differential diagnosis and improve recognition of distinctive clinical features of JIA
• To increase awareness on the different clinical patterns of the condition
• To emphasize the importance of performing appropriate investigations
• To increase familiarisation with management and with the special considerations which need to be considered when managing young people with JIA
| Partner Organisation | European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) and Association of Arthritis and Rheumatism – Malta |
Accreditation
| Medical Association of Malta as representative of UEMO
| 0.5 Credits |
Malta College of Family Doctors |
applied for | |
About the Video
In this video, Dr Mercieca explains the different clinical presentations as well as the differential diagnoses of JIA. Dr. Mercieca also discusses the importance of taking a full history, performing comprehensive examination and the role of both laboratory and radiological investigations. The various treatment and management options are explained followed by a discussion on management of the transition between adolescence and adulthood.
This video is aimed at the non-Rheumatologist and aims to show that early referral does make a difference in the quality of life of the patient and improves outcomes.
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Contributor
Dr Cecilia Mercieca
Consultant Rheumatologist
Mater Dei Hospital
Release Date: 1st November 2018
Accreditation Valid Until: 1st November 2019
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Learning Objectives
- To recognise and appreciate the burden of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases which are often underestimated
- To understand the importance of early referral and diagnosis of rheumatic conditions since early diagnosis equates to better quality of life and improved outcomes.
- To develop a structured approach to diagnosis and understand the importance of history and clinical examination.
- To understand the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to rheumatic conditions and the role of the family doctor as a key player in the team
| Partner Organisation | European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) and Association of Arthritis and Rheumatism – Malta |
| Accreditation valid until
| 17th September 2019 | |
| Medical Association of Malta as representative of UEMO
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 | Malta College of Family Doctors | Applied for |
About the Video
This video is aimed at the non-Rheumatologist and aims to make the point that early referral does make a difference in the quality of life and outcomes for the patient, that treatment is available and that we should aim at achieving remission. Dr Frendo discusses the prevalence of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal disease and emphasises the importance of the history and clinical examination in making a diagnosis as well as the use of appropriate investigations when necessary. She stresses that judicious use of investigations is paramount and that the result of any test should be interpreted in the right clinical context. The role of the family doctor as part of the multidisciplinary team is also emphasised during this video.
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Dr Michela Frendo MD MRCP(UK) - Physician and Rheumatologist
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 Dr Robert XuerebCardiologist |  Prof. Emanuel FarrugiaCardiologist |
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| Dr Robert XuerebCardiology |
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 | Dr Alice MooreCardiology |
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 | Dr Alexander BorgCardiologist |
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This is the first in a six-part series dealing with Heart Failure. The aim of this series is to improve the recognition, diagnosis and management of heart failure.
Log on to TheSynapse eLearning for a deeply insightful presentation on Chronic Venous Insufficiency - how it presents, how it affects the individual, the burden of disease, the role of the family doctor, common pitfalls in management as well as modern treatments available.
The Learning Objectives for this eLearning video are:
- To understand the basics of chronic venous insufficiency
- To recognise the common modes of presentation
- To learn about new treatment options for the condition
- To educate colleagues about a common condition and identify triggers for appropriate referral
After watching the video, we invite you to log on to www.thesynapse.net/cme and complete a set of short Multiple-Choice Questions and following this you may download your certificate of participation and earn your Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits.
It is important to note that the answers you enter for the MCQs are solely for your personal viewing and will NOT be shared with any other person or organisation.
After you do the MCQs you will be able to download a feedback and learning points regarding the questions.
The presentation is by Prof Kevin Cassar.
Kevin Cassar MD(Malta), FRCS (Ed), FRCS (Gen Surg), MMEd (Dundee), MD(Aberdeen), FFSTEd is Consultant vascular surgeon and clinical lead of the vascular unit at Mater Dei Hospital, Malta a post he has held since 2007. He is also Foundation School Director for Malta Foundation school since 2008. He is associate professor of surgery at the University of Malta. Prof Cassar completed his medical training at the University of Malta medical school in 1993 and subsequently proceeded to surgical training in the North and North East of Scotland. He was appointed Consultant Vascular Surgeon at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and Senior Lecturer with the University of Aberdeen after completing higher surgical training in vascular surgery. He was awarded an MD from the University of Aberdeen for his research into platelet function in peripheral arterial disease. He completed a Masters in Medical Education with the University of Dundee. He has published in various journals including the Journal of Vascular Surgery, the EJVES, the BMJ, the British Journal of Surgery and Medical Teacher. He authors the peripheral arterial disease section of the BMJ clinical evidence. He is a member of the Diabetic foot research group of the University of Malta. He is also an e-tutor with the University of Edinburgh and tutors on the Masters in Vascular Surgery offered by the same university. He has tutored several Masters and PhD students. He is the first Maltese to be awarded a Fellowship of the Faculty of Surgical Trainers of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. He has published in several high impact factor journals including the British Journal of Surgery, the Journal of Vasular Surgery, the European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, the British Medical Journal, Medical Teacher and others. His current research interests include the use of thermography in vascular disease particularly the diabetic foot.
https://www.thesynapse.net/cme/index.php/lms/ts-cme/course/chronic-venous-insufficiency
