PG Diploma in Endocrinology

Course Prerequisite(s)

Please note that this course has the following prerequisites which must be completed before it can be accessed
Fellowship in Endocrinology

About Course

PG Diploma in Endocrinology :- This curriculum is designed to provide a thorough and well-rounded education in endocrinology, combining theoretical foundations with practical skills through interactive and innovative online learning methods.

Course Description : The PG Diploma in Endocrinology is an extensive online program designed for healthcare
professionals seeking to specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of endocrine disorders. This curriculum covers a broad range of topics including diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal diseases, metabolic bone diseases, and reproductive endocrinology. The course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to provide comprehensive care to patients with endocrine disorders.

Duration of the Course : One Year

Course Structure : The course is divided into 12 modules over 52 weeks, covering essential topics in
endocrinology.

Certification : Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a PG Diploma Certificate in
Endocrinology, demonstrating their expertise and commitment to advancing their knowledge
and skills in the field of endocrinology.

To understand the physiology and pathophysiology of the endocrine system.
To gain knowledge of the diagnosis and management of common and complex
endocrine disorders.
To develop skills in the use of diagnostic tools and techniques specific to endocrinology.
To manage acute and chronic endocrine emergencies.
To promote evidence-based practice and research in endocrinology.
To foster communication skills and ethical practice in endocrinology care.

Course Content

Module 1: Fundamentals of Endocrinology (Weeks 1-4)

Week 1: Introduction to Endocrinology

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Week 2: Anatomy and Physiology of the Endocrine System

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Week 3: Hormone Synthesis, Secretion, and Action

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Week 4: Regulation of Endocrine Function

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Module 2: Diabetes Mellitus (Weeks 5-10)

Module 3: Thyroid Disorders (Weeks 11-16)

Module 4: Adrenal Disorders (Weeks 17-20)

Module 5: Pituitary Disorders (Weeks 21-24)

Module 6: Metabolic Bone Diseases (Weeks 25-28)

Module 7: Reproductive Endocrinology (Weeks 29-32)

Module 8: Pediatric Endocrinology (Weeks 33-36)

Module 9: Endocrine Hypertension (Weeks 37-40)

Module 10: Endocrine Tumors (Weeks 41-44)

Module 11: Endocrine Emergencies (Weeks 45-48)

Module 12: Research and Evidence-Based Practice (Weeks 49-52)

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Course Content

Module 1: Fundamentals of Endocrinology (Weeks 1-4)

Week 1: Introduction to Endocrinology

Week 2: Anatomy and Physiology of the Endocrine System

Week 3: Hormone Synthesis, Secretion, and Action

Week 4: Regulation of Endocrine Function

Module 2: Diabetes Mellitus (Weeks 5-10)

Week 5: Pathophysiology of Diabetes Mellitus

Week 6: Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetes

Week 7: Management of Type 1 Diabetes

Week 8: Management of Type 2 Diabetes

Week 9: Complications of Diabetes

Week 10: Recent Advances in Diabetes Management

Module 3: Thyroid Disorders (Weeks 11-16)

Week 11: Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Thyroid Gland

Week 12: Hyperthyroidism: Diagnosis and Management

Week 13: Hypothyroidism: Diagnosis and Management

Week 14: Thyroid Nodules and Cancer

Week 15: Thyroid Function in Pregnancy

Week 16: Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases

Module 4: Adrenal Disorders (Weeks 17-20)

Week 17: Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Adrenal Glands

Week 18: Adrenal Insufficiency: Diagnosis and Management

Week 19: Cushing’s Syndrome

Week 20: Adrenal Incidentalomas

Module 5: Pituitary Disorders (Weeks 21-24)

Week 21: Anatomy and Physiology of the Pituitary Gland

Week 22: Pituitary Adenomas

Week 23: Hypopituitarism

Week 24: Diabetes Insipidus and SIADH

Module 6: Metabolic Bone Diseases (Weeks 25-28)

Week 25: Physiology of Bone Metabolism

Week 26: Osteoporosis: Diagnosis and Management

Week 27: Paget’s Disease of Bone

Week 28: Osteomalacia and Rickets

Module 7: Reproductive Endocrinology (Weeks 29-32)

Week 29: Physiology of Reproductive Endocrinology

Week 30: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Week 31: Male Hypogonadism

Week 32: Menstrual Disorders

Module 8: Pediatric Endocrinology (Weeks 33-36)

Week 33: Growth Disorders

Week 34: Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

Week 35: Pediatric Thyroid Disorders

Week 36: Type 1 Diabetes in Children

Module 9: Endocrine Hypertension (Weeks 37-40)

Week 37: Pathophysiology of Endocrine Hypertension

Week 38: Primary Aldosteronism

Week 39: Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma

Week 40: Hypertension in Cushing’s Syndrome and Acromegaly

Module 10: Endocrine Tumors (Weeks 41-44)

Week 41: Neuroendocrine Tumors

Week 42: Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) Syndromes

Week 43: Parathyroid Tumors

Week 44: Management of Endocrine Malignancies

Module 11: Endocrine Emergencies (Weeks 45-48)

Week 45: Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State

Week 46: Thyroid Storm and Myxedema Coma

Week 47: Adrenal Crisis

Week 48: Management of Acute Endocrine Disorders

Module 12: Research and Evidence-Based Practice (Weeks 49-52)

Week 49: Research Methodology in Endocrinology

Week 50: Critical Appraisal of Endocrine Literature

Week 51: Designing and Conducting Clinical Research

Week 52: Case Studies and Evidence-Based Practice

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