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Emergency health care is an essential element in a health system, in which quality and ongoing care for individuals must be guaranteed. Primary care is the gateway to the health system, often receiving patients with potentially serious conditions that require immediate and complex treatment, often accompanied by minimal resources. 

Taking into account the large number of hours a day that Primary Care (PC) doctors are available to attend to emergencies; the importance of these, the current demands of patients and of professionals themselves to perform higher quality work, more than justifies the fact that PC doctors today can and should intervene in all emergencies that may arise, regardless of the level of severity. For this reason, the role of the primary care emergency physician is key. 

This professional master’s degree includes the rules of action for the main urgent conditions that can be found in the treatment room on a regular basis and will be able to help doctors make swift and accurate decisions. 

In addition, the program features the participation of one of the most important international figures in the field of Primary Care Emergency Medicine. As International Guest Director, Dr. Jesse M. Pines will bring his extensive experience to the program through a series of exclusive Masterclasses  detailing the main innovations and developments in the field. 

All knowledge is presented through high-quality multimedia content, analysis of clinical cases prepared by experts, classes, and video techniques that allow the exchange of knowledge and experience, maintain and update the format level of its members, create protocols for action and disseminate the most important developments in emergencies in primary care. 

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to delve into the field of Emergencies in Primary Care with one of the most internationally recognized experts" 

This professional master’s degree in Emergencies in Primary Care contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in emergencies in primary care
• 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.
• The latest developments in Emergencies in Primary Care
• Practical exercises where the process of self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Emphasis on innovative methodologies in Emergencies in Primary Care
• 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

This professional master’s degree is the best investment you can make in the selection of a refresher program to update your knowledge in Emergencies in Primary Care"

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. 

We have the best teaching material, an innovative methodology and 100% online learning, which will facilitate your study"

If you are looking for success in your profession, we can help you achieve it. We offer you the most complete specialization in professional master’s degree"

The main objective of the program is the development of theoretical and practical learning, so that the physician can master in a practical and rigorous way in Emergencies in Primary Care.

This professional master’s degree will allow you to update your knowledge in Emergencies in Primary Care with the use of the latest educational technology, to contribute with quality and safety to decision making"

General objective 

• Get up to date in the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for the most frequent urgent and emergency situations that doctors usually deal with in Primary Care

Specific objectives

Module 1. Organizational Aspects of the Emergency Department  

• Define the structure and organization of emergency services in primary care 
• Understand the importance of medical records in the emergency department and understand the most relevant legal and ethical aspects of health care in emergencies in primary care 
• Understand the role of healthcare professionals in Emergencies in Primary Care  

Module 2. Cardiac Emergencies  

• Identify the symptoms of the different types of high-risk syncope 
• Define the different conditions that cause chest pain and apply the appropriate protocols in each case 
• Recognize the different signs and symptoms typical of ischemic heart disease
• Adequate use of the comprehensive action plan with regard to The Heart Attack Code 
• Apply the specific procedures in Acute Coronary Syndrome and assess the possibility of prehospital fibrinolysis 
• Identify the signs and symptoms of patients who come to the primary care center with pericarditis 
• Resolve a hypertensive emergency situation using the updated procedure of care   
• Recognize the different signs and symptoms typical of ischemic heart disease

Module 3. Advanced Cardiovascular Support and Invasive Techniques in the 

• Emergency Room  
• Interpret the main signs in order to properly analyze an electrocardiogram in urgent and emergency situations in Primary Care 
• Use general procedures and techniques applied to critical patients in emergency situations 
• Get up-to-date on the therapeutic model in atrial fibrillation according to the latest scientific evidence 
• Apply up-to-date basic and advanced CPR techniques for all ages
• Demonstrate the correct sequence of transcutaneous pacemaker application 
• Define proper use of pulse oximetry and capnography devices

Module 4. Respiratory Emergencies  

• Incorporate advances in the appropriate management of patients with Congestive Heart Failure and Acute Pulmonary Edema 
• Review the basic concepts of non-invasive mechanical ventilation management 
• Correct use of non-invasive mechanical ventilation through the Boussignac CPAP System 
• Identify the different vital rhythms to apply the appropriate algorithm for advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation, according to the latest scientific evidence on advanced cardiovascular support 
• Adequately define the different parameters involved in invasive mechanical ventilation 
• Get up-to-date on treatment to resolve an acute decompensation in a dyspneic patient 
• Recognize the differential diagnosis between the asthmatic patient, bronchospasm, and exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Review the pathophysiology involved in an asthmatic crisis
• Use pharmacological treatment measures in pneumonia
• Identify the signs and symptoms of massive pulmonary embolism
• Differentiate the different levels of health care in a patient with hemoptysis and assess the criteria for hospital referral
• Identify the signs and symptoms of massive pulmonary embolism 
• Differentiate the different levels of health care in a patient with hemoptysis and assess the criteria for hospital referral 

Module 5. Neurological Emergencies  

• Describe the initial management of the main neurological emergencies in out-of-hospital settings 
• Adequate use of the comprehensive action plan for the Code Stroke 
• Differentiate immediate and appropriate action in acute confusional syndrome, headache and seizures 
• Recognize and resolve a seizure situation 
• Describe the different types of headaches and the appropriate treatment in each case 
• Recognize a coma situation without any doubt 

Module 6. Digestive Emergencies  

• Identify the signs and symptoms of the main gastrointestinal tract conditions and their repercussions 
• Differentiate the main causes of acute abdomen and manage acute abdominal pain in Primary Care 
• Review the pathophysiology of an intestinal obstruction process 
• Express the different manifestations resulting from biliary diseases 
• Recognize the specific pathological picture of upper gastrointestinal bleeding 
• Use the different complementary tests to diagnose an ingested foreign body 

Module 7. Nephrological and Urologic Emergencies  

• Define the diagnostic criteria for acute renal failure 
• Use appropriate treatment for acute renal colic 
• Resolving an acute urinary retention situation in the Primary Health Care setting 
• Identify the signs and symptoms of a patient with rhabdomyolysis 
• Assess the criteria for referring a patient with a urinary tract infection 

Module 8. Pediatric Emergencies  

• Master the procedure of pediatric and neonatal cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the primary care setting 
• Identify the different urgencies and emergencies in pediatrics 
• Apply treatment for a child having a seizure 
• Resolve abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea in children 
• Distinguish between the different respiratory tract diseases in children 
• Apply the initial treatment measures for traumatized children 
• Interpret the possible severity of cranioencephalic trauma in a child 
• Identify the criteria for hospital referral in case of limping in children 
• Recognize the medical-legal documents and attitudes in situations of child abuse 

Module 9. Endocrine Emergencies

• Interpret the fundamental alterations of glycemic metabolism 
• Apply appropriate measures to reverse a diabetic ketoacidosis situation 
• Recognize the semiology of an Addisonian crisis 
• Distinguish between hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, and apply appropriate treatment 
• Delve into non-ketotic hyperosmolar comas 

Module 10. Ophthalmologic Emergencies 

• Explain the main acute ENT and ophthalmologic diseases 
• Indicate the appropriate treatment for pink eye 
• Use appropriate complementary tests to detect acute vision loss 
• Master treatment when an ocular aggression occurs 

Module 11. Otolaryngologic Emergencies  

• Compare the differences between anterior and posterior epistaxis 
• Analyze the different treatments for vertigo 
• Delve into sudden deafness and communication with patients 

Module 12. Trauma and Neurosurgical Emergencies  

• Analyze the different traumatological conditions in Emergencies in Primary Care 
• Recognize the general guidelines for action in case of upper and lower limb trauma 
• Adequate use of the integral plan of action in accordance with the Polytrauma Code 
• Differentiate the severity of different spinal injuries 

Module 13. Vascular Emergencies   

• Identify acute arterial limb ischemia 
• Apply treatment in case of deep vein thrombosis 
• Interpret the potential severity of venous insufficiency 
• Delve into aneurysmal disease and existing treatments 

Module 14. Gynecological Emergencies  

• Identify the most common gynecological-obstetric conditions in primary health care and state the precise guidelines in each case to correctly resolve them 
• Review the main aspects of childbirth care, previous care, basic techniques of assistance, types of presentations, and dilatation, expulsion and delivery times in the out-of-hospital setting of Primary Care 
• Understand the care protocol for rape victims 
• Identify the different drugs in pregnancy and lactation that do not put the patient's health at risk 

Module 15. Psychiatric Emergencies  

• Define the clinical symptomatology of psychopathologies 
• Identify the main signs and analyze the risk of a self-harm attempt 
• Adequately resolve a psychomotor agitation crisis 
• Indicate the appropriate treatment for alcohol withdrawal syndrome 
• Recognize the clinical symptomatology of an anxiety attack and differentiate it from other pathologies 
• Recognize the clinical symptomatology of an anxiety attack and differentiate it from other pathologies 

Module 16. Environmental Emergencies  

• Manage intoxicated patients and injuries caused by environmental agents 
• Discriminate between the different treatments to be applied in case of bites and stings 
• Correctly apply treatment in case of electrocution 
• Delve into heat stroke and how to act in case of emergency 

Module 17. Skin Emergencies  

• Differentiate between the different degrees of burns 
• Calculate the amount of fluids needed to infuse a burn victim according to the extent and depth of the burn 
• Distinguish between the various types of skin infections 

Module 18. Hematological Emergencies  

• Correctly apply hemotherapy in patients with hematological conditions 
• Distinguish between the different anticoagulant treatments 
• Delve into anemia and how to act in case of emergency 
• Identify hemostasis disorders 

Module 19. Oncologic Emergencies 

• Recognize the most common infectious, inflammatory, autoimmune, and tumor diseases in primary care 
• Use therapeutic measures for oncology patients with neutropenia 
• Identify the different acute complications in chemotherapy treatment 
• Master the types of pain and terminal sedation 

Module 20. Infectious Emergencies  

• Recognize the symptoms and signs of severity in case of acute febrile episode 
• Distinguish the differential diagnosis of abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea 
• Identify patients with fever due to HIV infection 
• Correctly diagnose urinary tract infections  

Module 21. Toxicology Emergencies  

• Identify the main immunological emergency pathologies and manage patients suffering from anaphylactic reactions 
• Effectively implement initial measures in different types of acute intoxication 
• Recognize the manifestations of intoxications by psychotropic drugs, NSAIDs, and digitalis 
• Discover the effects of intoxication from drugs and organophosphates 

Module 22. Geriatric Emergencies  

• Differentiate the pathophysiological characteristics of elderly patients 
• Identify the types of pathologies that can affect geriatric patients 
• Master the drugs to be administered to geriatric patients according to their needs  

Module 23. Pharmacology in Emergencies 

• Manage frequently used medication in emergency medicine and urgent care 
• Distinguish between the different types of fluid therapy 
• Point out the different drugs used for sedation, pain relief, and relaxation in emergency medicine  

Module 24. Evidence-Based Medicine  

• Master writing scientifically structured articles and publishing results in high impact journals 
• Delve into the retrieval of quality, specialized information in health sciences 

Module 25. Update on Coronavirus Infections   

• Know the microbiological characteristics of coronaviruses. 
• Know how to assess the morbidity and mortality of coronavirus infections. 
• Identify the main risk groups and mechanisms of coronaviruses. 
• Be able to perform the necessary tests for diagnosing Coronavirus 
• Know how to apply the necessary preventive measures, as well as the most accurate treatments according to the type of patient. 

Take the step to get up-to-date on the latest developments in Emergencies in Primary Care”