Through this 100% online Postgraduate diploma, you will develop holistic treatment plans that will improve the quality of life of your end-stage patients”

Technology has completely transformed medical practice in recent decades. In the field of Palliative Care, these technological advances play an increasingly important role in controlling symptoms and relieving patients' suffering. For example, radiation therapy targeted to specific areas of pain helps to reduce inflammation and nerve compression, resulting in improved quality of life for individuals.  However, to enjoy the benefits of these tools, physicians must regularly update their skills to manage them properly and thus optimize people's well-being.

In this context, TECH launches a revolutionary program in Symptom Management in Palliative Care. Designed by references in this field, the academic itinerary will analyze the scientific basis of pain experienced by terminally ill patients, addressing aspects such as epidemiology, anatomy or topographic atlas.

Likewise, the syllabus will delve into the most effective non-pharmacological treatments (such as Physical Therapies or Rehabilitation) and the most appropriate drugs in frequent comorbidities (among which Liver Failure stands out). 
In line with this, the program will provide graduates with the keys to act in the emergencies related to conditions ranging from Febrile Neutropenia or Tumor Lysis Syndrome to Digestive Hemorrhages. In this way, specialists will apply the most appropriate therapies to control the discomfort of individuals  and improve their clinical condition.

In addition to the rigorous academic material of this Postgraduate diploma, the program is taught in a 100% online methodology. This will allow specialists to update their knowledge from the comfort of their home, without the need to travel to academic centers. In addition, the disruptive Relearning method, of which TECH is a pioneer, allows the consolidation of complex concepts in a progressive and natural way. In addition, they will have a comprehensive Masterclasses taught by a true scientific-research reference in the field of Palliative Care.  

TECH's International Guest Director is a true eminence in the Medical Sciences and will offer you exclusive Masterclasses that bring together the most cutting-edge innovations in Palliative Care”

This Postgraduate diploma in Symptom Management in Palliative 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 Palliative Care
• The graphic, schematic and practical contents with which it is conceived gather scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out 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

You will deepen in the most sophisticated techniques to identify the cause of pain in patients with advanced pathologies”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this specializing 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 course. For this purpose, students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

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You will have access to a learning system based on repetition, with natural and progressive teaching throughout the entire syllabus"

Through this university program, physicians will have a solid understanding of the fundamentals that govern palliative care. The syllabus will analyze the most frequent types of pain in these patients, providing different classifications according to aspects such as duration, origin or pathophysiology. Also, the syllabus will delve into the most effective pharmacological treatments so that graduates can contribute to reducing the symptoms of individuals. The didactic materials will focus on the approach to various diseases such as Dysphagia, Delirium or Pruritus. Therefore, specialists will acquire competencies to develop effective treatment plans and symptomatology management.

You will provide effective tools to help both your patients and their families manage the emotional aspects of terminal illness”

Module 1. Pain Management

1.1. Pain in Palliative Care

1.1.1. Approach to Pain in Palliative Care
1.1.2. Epidemiology
1.1.3. Most Common Types of Pain in Palliative Care Patients

1.2. Anatomy of Pain

1.2.1. Topographic Atlas
1.2.2. Pain Pathways

1.3. Classification

1.3.1. According to Duration
1.3.2. According to Origin
1.3.3. According to Severity
1.3.4. According to Pathophysiology

1.4. Pain Assessment and Diagnosis

1.4.1. Anamnesis and Examination
1.4.2. Scales and Algorithms
1.4.3. Imaging Techniques

1.5. Pharmacological Treatment of Pain in the Palliative Patient

1.5.1. Usual Pharmacological Treatment
1.5.2. Pharmacological Treatment of the Most Frequent Comorbidities: IR, CHF, Hepatic Insufficiency, Cognitive Impairment
1.5.3. Opioid Rotation

1.6. Non-Pharmacological Treatment

1.6.1. Physical Therapy
1.6.2. Radiotherapy
1.6.3. Rehabilitation

1.7. Pain in the Palliative Oncology Patient

1.7.1. Consultation Approach
1.7.2. Most Frequent Types of Pain
1.7.3. Treatment and Follow-up Guidelines

1.8. Intervention Techniques

1.8.1. Ganglion Ablation
1.8.2. Infiltrations
1.8.3. Plexus
1.8.4. Drug Infusion Pumps
1.8.5. Neuro-Modulators

1.9. Pain Associated with Antineoplastic Treatment

1.9.1. Hypercalcemia
1.9.2. Tumor lysis
1.9.3. Related to Radiotherapy

1.10. Repercussions of Pain

1.10.1. On the Quality of Life
1.10.2. On the Emotional Sphere
1.10.3. Economic Repercussions

Module 2. Symptom Management

2.1. Symptom Management

2.1.1. Consultation Approach
2.1.2. How to Reflect the Severity of Symptoms
2.1.3. Scales

2.2. Anorexia-Cachexia

2.2.1. Approach
2.2.2. Monitoring
2.2.3. Treatment

2.3. Anxiety- Depression

2.3.1. Approach
2.3.2. Monitoring
2.3.3. Treatment

2.4. Digestive Symptoms

2.4.1. Nausea
2.4.2. Constipation
2.4.3. Dysphagia

2.5. Respiratory Symptoms

2.5.1. Cough
2.5.2. Hemoptysis
2.5.3. Stators

2.6. Hiccup

2.6.1. Approach
2.6.2. Monitoring
2.6.3. Treatment

2.7. Delirium

2.7.1. Approach
2.7.2. Monitoring
2.7.3. Treatment

2.8. Asthenia

2.8.1. Approach
2.8.2. Monitoring
2.8.3. Treatment

2.9. Pruritus

2.9.1. Approach
2.9.2. Monitoring
2.9.3. Treatment

2.10. Seizures

2.10.1. Approach
2.10.2. Monitoring
2.10.3. Treatment

Module 3. Emergencies in Palliative Care

3.1. Febrile Neutropenia

3.1.1. Infections in Palliative Medicine
3.1.2. Approach and Diagnosis
3.1.3. Treatment

3.2. Tumor Lysis Syndrome

3.2.1. Approach
3.2.2. Diagnosis
3.2.3. Treatment

3.3. Spinal Cord Compression

3.3.1. Approach
3.3.2. Diagnosis
3.3.3. Treatment

3.4. Hypercalcemia

3.4.1. Approach
3.4.2. Diagnosis
3.4.3. Treatment

3.5. DVT- PTE

3.5.1. Approach
3.5.2. Diagnosis
3.5.3. Treatment

3.6. Anxiety Attack

3.6.1. Approach
3.6.2. Diagnosis
3.6.3. Treatment

3.7. Intestinal Occlusion

3.7.1. Approach
3.7.2. Diagnosis
3.7.3. Treatment

3.8. Massive Hemorrhage

3.8.1. Approach
3.8.2. Diagnosis
3.8.3. Treatment

3.9. Oncologic Breakthrough Pain

3.9.1. Approach
3.9.2. Diagnosis
3.9.3. Treatment

3.10. Others in Emergency Situations

3.10.1. Hemoptysis
3.10.2. Gastrointestinal Bleeding
3.10.3. Dyspnea

A complete syllabus designed by professionals with extensive experience in Palliative Care, which will allow you to make a quality leap in your career as a professional. Enroll now!”