Pass the PSA (4) - Calculation & Data Interpretation

Name: Pass the PSA (4) - Calculation & Data Interpretation
Start: 2025-01-25T19:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-01-25T20:00:00+00:00

25th Jan 2025

7:00 - 8:00pm (GMT)

Medical Education

Urology

25th Jan 2025

7:00 - 8:00pm (GMT)

Event will start in 1 month

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Attendance certificate available

Free

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Description

The Pass the PSA course by MedTic Teaching will be led by FY1 doctors who recently sat the exam, with key tips and tricks to help you prepare efficiently. Each session will run from 7pm to 8pm and cover the following:

9th Jan: Prescribing & Drug monitoring - These sections score you the most points so you need to know how to ace these well. We will go over how to use the BNF, inside tips for maximising efficiency, and common questions.
16th Jan: Planning management & Communication information - Learn how to use the BNF to help inform your management plans, the most common answers the PSA is looking for, and what to think about when applying clinical judgement.
23rd Jan: Prescription review & Adverse drug reactions - Being able to quickly identify the most likely offenders in a prescription review takes time and practice. We are here to distill our knowledge and experience into a quick and easy memory guide to help you become a pro at medicines and their ADRs.
25th Jan: Calculation skills & Data interpretation - Tricky for some, but easy once you know. We will go over basic and complex calculations step by step and teach you what medical school doesn't when it comes to interpreting data and adjusting medications.

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Summary

In the educational session "Pass the PSA (4) - Calculation & Data Interpretation," medical professionals will enhance their proficiency in deriving and understanding Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) data. This workshop offers hands-on practice with PSA calculations and educates attendees about potential pitfalls in data interpretation, facilitating more accurate diagnosis and treatment plans. This session is crucial for practitioners dealing with prostate conditions, as it will elevate their skills and patient outcomes. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and learn from domain experts.

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Learning objectives

The learner will be able to accurately calculate PSA levels using the provided formulas and methodologies and comprehend the significance of the results in the medical context.
By the end of the session, the learner will be capable of interpreting lab results involving PSA levels, including understanding the normal range, elevated levels, and their implications.
The participant will be able to distinguish between false-positive and false-negative PSA test results, understanding the potential causes and impacts of each on patient diagnosis and treatment plans.
The learner will develop an ability to utilize PSA data to assess the risk of prostate cancer in the patient, considering other factors such as age, family history, and race.
Upon completion of the session, the learner will be able to explain the benefits and limitations of PSA testing to patients, laying the groundwork for informed decision-making in regards to diagnosis and treatment options.

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