APPNA Academy

Course Description:

We aim to enlighten physicians with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate infectious diseases confidently. This concise Infectious Disease course is tailored for general medical practitioners in Pakistan, addressing the critical need for improved antibiotic prescription practices.

Target Audience: 

General practitioners, family physicians, and healthcare professionals committed to enhancing their infectious disease management skills.

Objectives:

At the end of the course, the participants would be able to :

1. Learn evidence-based practices to optimize antibiotic use and combat resistance.
2. Master diagnostic techniques for accurate and timely identification of pathogens.
3. Gain insights into current international and regional guidelines for infectious disease management.
4. Enhance ability to make informed decisions in the prescription of antibiotics.

Mode of Delivery: 

Three hours of contact sessions through Zoom once or twice a month with the ability to view the content later online for self-paced learning.

Course Duration: 4 Months. 

Time: Saturdays, 6: 00 PM  – 9:00 PM Pakistan time

(8:00 AM - 11:00 AM US Eastern time)

Assessment Method:

Participants will undergo periodic knowledge quizzes during the lectures, testing their grasp of course concepts. There will be group discussions at the conclusion of each session to encourage collaborative learning and communication skills. The course concludes with a comprehensive post-test covering all aspects. Additionally, course instructors will prompt participants to introspect on personal experiences and insights gained throughout the course. This balanced assessment method ensures a thorough evaluation of theoretical understanding, equipping practitioners to enhance their infectious disease management skills effectively.

Course Faculty:

Dr. Tazeen Fatima
Dr. Mumtaz Ali Khan 
Dr. Faisal Sultan
Dr. Shoba Laxmi
Dr. Humaira Shafi 
Dr. Furqana Akhtar
Dr. Farheen Ali
Dr. Asma Nasim 
Dr. Ayesha Iftikhar
Dr. Syed Faisal Mehmood
Dr. Mukhtar 
Dr. Tahreem Ansari
Dr. M. Faheem Afzal
Dr. Hina Jawaid 

Course Outline:

Session 1 - March 9th, 2024

Microbiology for General Practitioners
Emerging Anti-microbial resistance & appropriate antibiotics selection
Infection Prevention Practices for GP, and Outbreak Management.
Q & A 

Session 2 - April 20th, 2024

Infections involving the CNS including Rabies.
Infections involving the Cardiovascular System ( Bloodstream infections & endocarditis )
Q & A 

Session 3  - May 11th, 2024

Upper and lower Respiratory tract Infections
Pulmonary & Extrapulmonary TB
Q & A 

Session 4 - May 25th, 2024

Infections involving the Gastrointestinal System including Hepatitis & diarrheal illnesses
Everything about Typhoid
Q & A 

Session 5 - June 8th, 2024

Infections of Uro-Genital & STI
Infections of the Musculoskeletal System including Diabetic foot infection
Skin/Soft tissue infections
Q & A 

Session 6 - June 22nd, 2024

HIV Management for General Practitioners
Zoonosis
Q & A 

Session 7  - July 13th, 2024

Approach to Malaria for General Practitioners
Dengue Fever.
Q & A 

Session 8  - July 27th, 2024

Community acquired Pediatric infectious diseases for the understanding of GP
Immunization Update for General Practitioners in Pakistan.
Ethical Considerations in Antimicrobial Prescription Practices in Pakistan
Q & A