Certificate Course in Nephrology
7901- Gain the knowledge and skills to effectively slow down the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD)
- Incorporates the latest NKF KDOQI clinical practice guidelines
- Each module is peer-reviewed by a nephrologist, ensuring the accuracy and relevance of the content
Certificate Course in Nephrology
Key Features
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Gain the knowledge and skills to effectively slow down the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD)
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Incorporates the latest NKF KDOQI clinical practice guidelines
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Each module is peer-reviewed by a nephrologist, ensuring the accuracy and relevance of the content
- Course Duration 3 months
- Next Batch Date31st Jul 2024
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Course Description
Renal diseases pose a growing global burden, and the lack of comprehensive knowledge among primary care physicians in optimal kidney disease management hinders early diagnosis and timely treatment.
The Certificate Course in Nephrology is specifically designed for healthcare practitioners interested in specializing in nephrology. Kidney diseases are a growing global burden, and early diagnosis and timely treatment are crucial. Primary care physicians often serve as the first point of contact for patients, yet many lack comprehensive knowledge of optimal kidney disease management.
The Certificate Course in Nephrology begins by exploring the anatomy of the kidney, helping participants develop a clear understanding of its structure and organization. Furthermore, the course covers the embryology of the kidney, shedding light on its development during the early stages of life. Understanding renal physiology is crucial in diagnosing and managing renal diseases. Participants will learn about the normal physiological processes involved in maintaining kidney function and homeostasis. They will also gain insights into the assessment and management of renal diseases through history taking and clinical and physical examinations.
The course explores different aspects of renal disease while building on the fundamentals of renal physiology. Participants will develop a solid understanding of acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, and conservative management approaches for long-term care. They will also learn about common fluid and electrolyte disorders, such as hyponatremia and hyperkalemia, and their implications for renal health.
The Certificate in Nephrology course covers both basic and advanced investigations used in diagnosing renal diseases. Participants will become familiar with the essential diagnostic tests and learn how to interpret their results accurately. Furthermore, they will also explore advanced diagnostic aids, including renal biopsy, to facilitate a comprehensive evaluation of kidney function.
Renal replacement therapy is a vital aspect of managing end-stage renal disease. Participants will gain knowledge about the different modalities of renal replacement therapy, such as hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and renal transplantation. They will understand the principles and challenges associated with these treatment options. To enhance their understanding of renal diseases, participants will acquire a basic knowledge of immunology. This knowledge will aid in understanding the underlying mechanisms of autoimmune renal diseases and their management.
Healthcare professionals who successfully complete the Certificate Course in Nephrology will gain a solid understanding of renal anatomy, physiology, and the management of renal disease. This course provides them with the necessary tools to diagnose and effectively treat various renal conditions. By applying the knowledge acquired, these professionals can enhance patient outcomes and make a significant impact in the field of nephrology.
Key Competencies Covered:
- Gain a solid understanding of renal physiology and learn to manage electrolyte and acid-base imbalances
- Develop a strategic approach to managing patients with kidney disease, considering the diverse range of presentations
- Diagnosing, evaluating, and staging of kidney disease
- Understanding of underlying fluid and electrolyte disturbances
Course Validity: 4 months. There will be an extra charge for the extension of the course validity.
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Course Outline
Anatomy and Embryology of the kidney
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- Anatomy of kidney
- Embryology of kidney
Physiology of the Kidney
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- Normal physiology
Approach to renal diseases
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- History taking
- Clinical and physical examination
Basic knowledge of renal disease
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- Acute kidney injury
- Chronic kidney disease
- Conservative management of chronic kidney disease
Fluid and electrolyte disorders
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- Electrolyte Disorders
- Sodium: Hyponatremia; Hypernatremia
- Potassium: Hypokalemia, Hyperkalemia
Basic and Advanced investigations in renal diseases
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- Basic Investigations in Renal Disease
- Advanced Diagnostic Aids in Renal Disease
- Renal Biopsy
Basics of Renal Replacement therapy
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- Hemo Dialysis
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Renal Transplantation
Basic knowledge of Immunology
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- Immunology
- Auto-Immune Renal diseases
Course Outline
- Anatomy of kidney
- Embryology of kidney
- Normal physiology
- History taking
- Clinical and physical examination
- Acute kidney injury
- Chronic kidney disease
- Conservative management of chronic kidney disease
- Electrolyte Disorders
- Sodium: Hyponatremia; Hypernatremia
- Potassium: Hypokalemia, Hyperkalemia
- Basic Investigations in Renal Disease
- Advanced Diagnostic Aids in Renal Disease
- Renal Biopsy
- Hemo Dialysis
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Renal Transplantation
- Immunology
- Auto-Immune Renal diseases
Accreditation Partner(s)
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British Accreditation Council
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Accredited CPD Activity
Continuing professional development (CPD) is the intentional maintenance and development of the knowledge and skills needed to perform in a professional context. This could mean honing current skills, it could mean developing them to a new level, or it could mean learning new ones that will allow an employee’s job role to expand or prepare them for potential promotion.
CPD obligations are present in most professions. Most companies and organizations now prioritize them because they ensure a constantly developing workforce.
This means there are millions of professionals across the UK who are required to undertake CPD training every year.
Structured CPD gives employees a clear path to success within their current role and progression to future ones. Employees in regulated industries (e.g. healthcare, accountancy, legal work) can lose their license to operate if they don’t maintain their CPD.
CPD activities can range from formal educational activities such as instructor-led training courses, workshops or seminars, to more informal approaches such as work-based learning or mentoring. CPD can also include self-directed studies such as e-learning courses and structured reading.
CPD can be provided by specialist companies (e.g. commercial training providers, independent coaches), or provided internally, in particular by larger organizations.
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Apollo Hospitals Education and Research Foundation
Apollo Hospitals Educational and Research Foundation (AHERF), an autonomous organization that has been recognized by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) as a “Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO)”, to facilitate the healthcare sector through research, training, and educational initiatives. The organization has emerged much larger with greater visions and has become a forefront for research and innovations for Apollo Hospitals.
AHERF is well-known for carrying out various educational programs such as Master’s, Fellowships, Diplomas, and Certificate courses in the Medicine and healthcare sector. In addition to their in-house courses, AHERF continues to partner with nationally and internationally renowned universities, organizations, and hospitals to develop collaborative educational and research programs.
FAQs
- Is this course recognized by MCI?
- Medical Council of India does not recognize courses that are offered through online or blended learning platform. In collaboration with leading industry experts, we provide you with the best state-of-the art learning content with an endeavor to train you to become well-equipped and proficient in-patient care through this course.
Physicians (MBBS, AYUSH), Final year medical graduates, and interns (MBBS and AYUSH).
- Hands-on training means training in an environment that permits each student to have experience performing tasks, making decisions, or using equipment appropriate to the job assignment for which the training is being conducted. The student assigned for these programs will be observing all procedures performed by the consultant and depending on the student’s abilities and skill set displayed at the hospital, he/she will get to assist the consultant.
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- When will I get my certificate?
- We have now gone online, once you successfully pass your final exam and below conditions are met:
- Contact program Completed (if Applicable).
- Viva to be cleared (if Applicable).
- Logbook / Project Submission (if applicable).
- Course duration to be complete.
- Necessary documents should be submitted in full.
- If the above credentials are fulfilled, your E-Certificate will be mailed to your registered E-Mail ID.
- We have now gone online, once you successfully pass your final exam and below conditions are met:
- Will I get the certificate before the course duration?
- Even in case, you complete all the online modules and exams much before your course end date, the certificate can be made available only after the course duration is complete. In other words, invariable of how early you complete the course, the certificate shall be made available only when the course duration is over.
- Do you provide any placement assistance?
- We do not provide any placement guarantee as an outcome of the course. On a case-to-case basis we will introduce your profile to specific recruiting partners, but no job guarantee is provided.
- What if I have any concerns regarding the program delivery or what if I have any suggestions to improve the quality of the course?
- For any feedback regarding the course, please write to us at [email protected]
Faculty
Dr. Shyam Sunder Rao C
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Nephrol)
Consultant Nephrologist
Heading the Department of Nephrology at KIMS Hospital, Kondapur, Hyderabad. He completed MBBS from Sri Siddhartha Medical College in 2005, MD – General Medicine from Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad, and DM – Nephrology from Nizam Institute of Medical Sciences Hyderabad in 2013.
Next Batch Start Date 31st Jul 2024
Learning Path
- Course 1 Certificate Course in Nephrology
- COURSE 2 Advanced Certificate in Nephrology
Course Duration
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Faculty
Dr. Shyam Sunder Rao C
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Nephrol)
Consultant Nephrologist
Heading the Department of Nephrology at KIMS Hospital, Kondapur, Hyderabad. He completed MBBS from Sri Siddhartha Medical College in 2005, MD – General Medicine from Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad, and DM – Nephrology from Nizam Institute of Medical Sciences Hyderabad in 2013.
Accreditation Partner(s)
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British Accreditation Council
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Accredited CPD Activity
Continuing professional development (CPD) is the intentional maintenance and development of the knowledge and skills needed to perform in a professional context. This could mean honing current skills, it could mean developing them to a new level, or it could mean learning new ones that will allow an employee’s job role to expand or prepare them for potential promotion.
CPD obligations are present in most professions. Most companies and organizations now prioritize them because they ensure a constantly developing workforce.
This means there are millions of professionals across the UK who are required to undertake CPD training every year.
Structured CPD gives employees a clear path to success within their current role and progression to future ones. Employees in regulated industries (e.g. healthcare, accountancy, legal work) can lose their license to operate if they don’t maintain their CPD.
CPD activities can range from formal educational activities such as instructor-led training courses, workshops or seminars, to more informal approaches such as work-based learning or mentoring. CPD can also include self-directed studies such as e-learning courses and structured reading.
CPD can be provided by specialist companies (e.g. commercial training providers, independent coaches), or provided internally, in particular by larger organizations.
-
Apollo Hospitals Education and Research Foundation
Apollo Hospitals Educational and Research Foundation (AHERF), an autonomous organization that has been recognized by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) as a “Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO)”, to facilitate the healthcare sector through research, training, and educational initiatives. The organization has emerged much larger with greater visions and has become a forefront for research and innovations for Apollo Hospitals.
AHERF is well-known for carrying out various educational programs such as Master’s, Fellowships, Diplomas, and Certificate courses in the Medicine and healthcare sector. In addition to their in-house courses, AHERF continues to partner with nationally and internationally renowned universities, organizations, and hospitals to develop collaborative educational and research programs.
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Reviews
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Dr Brunda, BHMS
Nephrology course was insightful! Enhanced my renal physiology understanding.
Valuable knowledge for managing kidney diseases.
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Dr Pasam Gopal Naidu, BUMS
Excellent course on nephrology, Covered acute kidney injury, electrolyte disorders.
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