Menopause Update

Course Focus:

This specialised training day is meticulously designed for healthcare professionals, including nurses, allied healthcare practitioners (AHPs), and general practitioners (GPs), who are already practicing in the field of menopause care. With established NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) Guidance, practitioners can gain heightened confidence in effectively managing women experiencing menopause-related issues.

Meet the Expert:

Dr. Katie Barber, a seasoned GP with 15 years of experience in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, leads this comprehensive update. Dr. Barber's journey into Women's Health began during her GP training when she earned diplomas from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare. Her work at the John Radcliffe Hospital's Gynaecology department, where she held a special interest in Gynaecology, sparked her enthusiasm for assisting women in navigating the various facets of menopause. Dr. Barber's expertise is further underlined by her Advanced Certificate of Menopause Care from the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare and her accreditation as a British Menopause Society specialist and Menopause trainer in Oxfordshire. She served as the Clinical Lead for the NHS Menopause service at the John Radcliffe in Oxfordshire until March 2021 and currently holds the role of Clinical Lead for the NHS Community Gynaecology Service in Oxfordshire. In 2020, she launched her private service, Oxford Menopause.

Course Agenda:

09.15 - Coffee and Registration

09.30 - Introduction and Course Objectives

09.40 - Physiology, Diagnosis, and Principles of Treatment

10.45 - Coffee

11.00 - Risks, Benefits, and Special Considerations (e.g., Premature Ovarian Insufficiency)

13.00 - Lunch

14.00 - Practical Prescribing and Common Pitfalls

14.30 - Vulvo-Vaginal Symptoms and Testosterone

14.30 - Case Studies and Q&A

15.30 - Discussion and Sharing Good Practice - Close

Learning Outcomes:

1. Stay Current with Menopausal Evidence: Develop an up-to-date awareness of the latest evidence and clinical guidance concerning menopausal issues and treatment options.

2. Foster Critical Patient Discussions: Demonstrate a critical understanding of key discussion points with patients, enabling more informed and productive consultations.

3. Problem-Solving Skills: Engage in discussions about relevant practice problems and collaboratively explore solutions within the context of menopause care.

4. Values and Attitudes: Develop an awareness of how personal attitudes and values may influence practice in menopause care, fostering a more patient-centric approach.

5. Professional Accountability: Understand the ongoing development of practice in the field of menopause care and embrace professional accountability as an integral aspect of providing high-quality care.

6. Navigating NICE Guidance: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the NICE Guidance, empowering practitioners to align their practice with established best practices.

Please note: Course content may be subject to minor updates and adjustments.