With TECH, you will learn about the state-of-the-art ultrasound techniques that contribute to the detection of various types of renal pathologies”

The development of interventional techniques used in nephrology has had a significant impact on the surgical approach to renal diseases. In this regard, the adoption of minimally invasive methods has made it possible to reduce the risks of operations, reduce hospitalization times and improve patient recovery. Therefore, identifying and incorporating these advances in daily practice is crucial for any specialist who wishes to avoid being left behind with respect to the evolution of their sector.

For this reason, TECH has focused on developing this postgraduate diploma, through which the student will delve into the up to date diagnostic methods and surgical strategies used in Nephrology. Throughout this educational experience, students will learn about the use of the most modern ultrasound devices or the recent relative and absolute contraindications of Percutaneous Renal Biopsy in different clinical contexts. Likewise, you will delve into the sophisticated techniques of temporary catheter placement for hemodialysis.

This program is offered in a 100% online format, which allows specialists to adapt their learning to their daily schedules and responsibilities without time restrictions. In addition, the program's approach includes the implementation of Relearning learning methodology, which provides physicians with a solid and lasting understanding of key concepts. Through this technique, a continuous updating process is promoted that consolidates knowledge and improves clinical practice in the long term.

Explore the resistance indexes and their usefulness in the diagnosis of renal alterations by means of Doppler ultrasound"

This postgraduate diploma in Update on Diagnostic and Interventional Nephrology contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by specialists in Nephrology and Internal medicine
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

The online modality presented by this postgraduate diploma will allow you to optimize your learning from the place and at the time you wish”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

TECH offers you the best didactic tools to provide you with an enjoyable and effective professional updating experience"

Thanks to this program, you will learn the latest techniques in temporary catheter placement for hemodialysis"

The objective of this program is to provide the physician with the most up-to-date knowledge regarding the precise and efficient diagnosis of renal disorders, as well as their surgical treatment. In this way, the physician will be positioned as an advanced specialist in Nephrology, benefiting from an innovative educational methodology of excellent educational quality.

Identify, throughout this program, the revolutionary techniques used to treat simple renal cysts, Polycystic Kidney Disease and Angiomyolipomas”

General Objectives

• Care for patients with chronic kidney disease and its most frequent complications
• Care for patients with acute renal failure and its complications, as well as to understand the objective of initiating renal replacement therapy, its indications and management
• Have an overview of Nephrology as a specialty with its different branches of knowledge and a global approach to the patient
• Understand and learn the branches that are emerging within the specialty such as diagnostic and interventional nephrology, onconephrology, or cardionephrology

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Chronic Kidney Disease(CKD)

• Understand and know CKD as a systemic disease, as well as its particularities
• Understand the most common complications in patients with CKD
• Know the particularities of patients with CKD in different special clinical situations (indication of anticoagulation, dyslipidemia, cardiovascular risk)

Module 2. Diagnostic and Interventional Nephrology

• Know in depth the growing applications of Diagnostic and Interventional Nephrology
• Learn in depth the indications and contraindications of renal biopsy
• Know in depth the indications and contraindications of temporary and/or tunneled catheter placement for hemodialysis
• Know in depth the application of structural ultrasound and renal Doppler

Module 3. Renal Replacement Therapy

• Know the best renal replacement technique for each patient, as well as the choice of the best vascular access in each case
• Know in depth the indications to start a hemodialysis program
• Understand the indications for initiating a home dialysis program in the form of home hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
• Understand that there are contraindications to continue a hemodialysis program and understand the need for collaboration with a palliative program to respond to patients who withdraw from a dialysis program

Incorporate the latest advances in Diagnostic and Interventional Nephrology to your daily practice in only 6 months”