Programme for 2023/2024
Series of stand-alone webinars developed and delivered by LILLY, with local involvement from NHS specialists will run from September 2023 through to July 2024.
These webinars are non-promotional and will cover a variety of topics. The intended audience is GPs, Practice Nurses and Practice based Pharmacists in Primary Care, however they are open to anyone caring for patients with diabetes.
Modular Rolling Programme
All sessions will be 12.30-1.30 and you may register for as many as you like.
Wednesday 27th September 2023
‘Overview of Type 2 Diabetes ‘
Thursday 9th November 2023
‘Identifying risk & clinical review of T2D: detection, diagnosis & standard care processes’
Tuesday 19th December 2023
‘Introducing CRM: the relationship between cardiovascular, renal and metabolic systems in type 2 diabetes’
Wednesday 31st January 2024
‘Oral therapies for patients with T2 diabetes’
Thursday 14th March 2024
‘Practical use of oral therapies in type 2 diabetes (case studies)’
Tuesday 23rd April 2024
‘Younger adults with T2 diabetes’
Wednesday 5th June 2024
‘Promoting Effective Change’
Thursday 18th July 2024
‘GLP-1 RA shortage: challenges & options in Type 2 Diabetes care’
To register contact diabetesmcneducation@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
Learning Outcomes
Wed 27th Sept 2023 ‘Overview of T2 diabetes’
- To review the pathophysiology of type 2 diabetes
- To understand the methods and criteria for diagnosing
type 2 diabetes - To explore the impact of clinical inertia on patient outcomes and the importance of early treatment optimisation
- To recognise the differences between compliance, adherence and concordance and to understand the features of concordant patient consultations
Thur 9th Nov 2023 ‘Identifying risk & clinical review of T2D: detection, diagnosis & standard care processes’
- To be confident in identifying those people who are at risk of
type 2 diabetes - To be confident in determining an accurate diagnosis of type 2 diabetes
- To be aware of the standards of care for type 2 diabetes
- To identify the various methods required for the monitoring of
type 2 diabetes
Tue 19th Dec 2023 ‘Introducing CRM: the relationship between cardiovascular, renal and metabolic systems in type 2 diabetes’
- Explore the interconnected relationship between conditions of the CRM system across type 2 diabetes
- Understand the wider impact and increased risks associated with having one or more conditions affecting the CRM system
- Consider the unmet clinical need related to CRM morbidity and mortality in patients with type 2 diabetes
- Understand how clinical guidance for type 2 diabetes has been updated to reflect the results of positive cardiovascular outcome trials
- Reflect on the overall goals of treatment and individualised care for patients with type 2 diabetes
Wed 31st Jan 2024 ‘Oral therapies for patients with T2 diabetes’
- Discuss the considerations when choosing a treatment to meet the needs and circumstances of individual adult patients with type 2 diabetes
- Review the standard oral therapies used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes: metformin, sulphonylureas, thiazolidinediones, DPP-4 inhibitors, SGLT2 inhibitors and oral GLP-1 RAs
- Understand the sites of action for the different oral drug classes and be aware of the prescribing considerations including renal function and hepatic disease
- Recognise the need to consider therapy specific factors and the individual patient’s circumstances when choosing between different oral therapies
Thur 14th March 2024 ‘Practical use of oral therapies in type 2 diabetes (case studies)’
- To recall the different considerations when choosing oral treatments for patients with type 2 diabetes
- To explore the need for individualised treatment targets and goals, and the impact that this has on choosing the right treatment, for the right patient, at the right time
- To use case studies to bring theory to life
Tue 23rd April 2024 ‘Younger adults with T2 diabetes’
- The Growing Problem of Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) in Younger Adults
- The Importance of Early Identification and Management
- Psychosocial Considerations in Younger Adults With T2D
- Holistic Approach to Care in Younger Adults with T2D
Wed 5th June 2024 ‘Promoting Effective Change’
- To understand how adopting a patient-centred approach can support people with effective change
- To explore potential conversational structure and tools that promote change
- To understand the Stages of Change model and the nature of ambivalence
- To practice structured conversational skills in a safe environment
Thur 18th July 2024 ‘GLP-1 RA shortage: challenges & options in Type 2 Diabetes care’
- To understand the impact of the current GLP-1 receptor agonist climate
- To review national guidance from PCDS & ABCD
- To explore potential alternatives to GLP-1 receptor agonists for the management of Type 2 Diabetes
- To discuss case studies to support learning
