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Fellowship in Palliative Medicine

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Fellowship in Palliative Medicine

Course Description : The Fellowship in Palliative Medicine is designed to provide healthcare professionals with comprehensive training in the principles and practices of palliative care. This program emphasizes holistic patient care, focusing on alleviating suffering and improving the quality of life for patients with serious, life-limiting illnesses. The curriculum covers pain management, symptom control, communication skills, and ethical considerations, preparing fellows to provide compassionate care to patients and support to their families.

Course Structure: The course is divided into 8 modules, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application.

Duration of the Course : One Year

What Will You Learn?

  • To understand the fundamental principles of palliative care.
  • To develop skills in pain and symptom management.
  • To enhance communication skills for discussing end-of-life issues with patients and
  • families.
  • To understand the ethical and legal aspects of palliative care.
  • To learn the interdisciplinary approach to palliative care, including psychosocial,
  • spiritual, and cultural dimensions.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Palliative Care (Weeks 1-6)

  • 00:00
  • Week 2: Principles and Philosophy of Palliative Care
    00:00
  • Week 3: Understanding the Palliative Care Team
    00:00
  • Week 4: Quality of Life in Palliative Care
    00:00
  • Week 5: Communication in Palliative Care
    00:00
  • Week 6: Ethical and Legal Issues in Palliative Care
    00:00

Module 2: Pain Management (Weeks 7-12)

Module 3: Symptom Management (Weeks 13-18)

Module 4: Psychosocial and Spiritual Care (Weeks 19-24)

Module 5: Palliative Care in Specific Populations (Weeks 25-30)

Module 6: End-of-Life Care (Weeks 31-36)

Module 7: Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Palliative Care (Weeks 37-42)

Module 8: Hands-on Training and Final Assessment (Weeks 43-52)

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