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1Summary
Join our teaching session on Perioperative Medicine, an essential field that optimizes the care of surgical patients. This event is an excellent opportunity for medical professionals to deepen their knowledge on the comprehensive, multidisciplinary care approach before, during, and after surgery. Engage in detailed discussions on topics such as surgical risk assessment, pre and post-operative management, and anesthesia considerations. This session will provide practical insights and skills that can significantly improve patient outcomes in the surgical setting.
Learning objectives
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Understand the basic concepts and principles of perioperative medicine, including the roles and responsibilities of different medical professionals in a perioperative care team.
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Discuss the common complications of surgery and the factors that can increase or decrease the risk of these complications.
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Identify appropriate preoperative assessment methodologies, explaining their importance and their potential impact on the surgical outcome.
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Analyze the roles of anesthetic and other medications in the perioperative period, and assess their benefit-risk balance in different types of patients.
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Develop an understanding of post-operative care including pain control, nutrition, mobility enhancement strategies and recovery pathways. Respond to common post-operative complications, understanding their management and prevention strategies.