Fellowship in Emergency Medicine
A comprehensive educational program, coupled with hands-on experience, serves as a roadmap for individuals entering the field of emergency medicine. This program emphasizes fundamental principles and strategies aimed at minimizing the negative impact and mortality associated with urgent medical conditions. Additionally, it focuses on implementing preventive measures for secondary and tertiary diseases.
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Curriculum
Course Outcomes
Eligibility
Inclusion
Overview
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This Fellowship course in Emergency Medicine provides a foundational understanding of the principles, skills, and best practices essential for healthcare professionals working in emergency settings. Health professionals will gain the knowledge and practical skills necessary to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of medical emergencies efficiently and effectively.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
- “Fellowship In Emergency Medicine” Is an All-Encompassing Online E-Learning Program.
- Developed In Collaboration With E-Integrity, NHS (UK).
- Combines case based online lectures, case studies, and hands-on simulations to enhance participants’ critical thinking, decision-making, and practical skills in Emergency Medicine.
- It is designed for healthcare professionals seeking a comprehensive foundation in the field of Emergency Medicine.
- Upon completion, health professionals will be better equipped to respond confidently to diverse emergency scenarios and contribute effectively to multidisciplinary emergency healthcare teams.
CHALLENGES IN EMERGENCY MEDICINE:
- India Faces a Severe Shortage Of Emergency Medicine Specialists.
- Shortage Impacts Patient Care, Especially in Rural and Underserved Areas.
- Demand For Emergency Medicine Specialists In Metropolitan Cities Is Surging Due To Factors Like Obesity, Lifestyle Changes, And Pandemics Like COVID-19.
TARGET AUDIENCE:
- The Program Is Designed for General Physicians.
- Focus On Those from Diverse Rural to Urban Backgrounds.
- Aims To Empower Them with The Latest Knowledge, Clinical Expertise, And Practice Guidelines for Emergency Medicine.
STATISTICS:
- India’s Shortage of Emergency Medicine Doctors Is Estimated to Exceed 100,000 Specialists.
- Rural Areas Have Access to Only 13% Of The Total Emergency Medicine Specialist Availability, While Urban Centers Handle The Remaining 87%.
- The Demand for Emergency Medicine Specialists in Major Metropolitan Cities Has Increased By 70% In the Last 8 Years.
- The Burden of Critical Emergency Medicine Cases Has Escalated By 20% Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic’s Impact on Healthcare Resources.
Curriculum
Certificate in Emergency Medicine
Module 2: Critical Care and Emergency Medicine
- Overview of Critical Care Medicine
- Historical Perspective and Evolution
- Role of Intensivists and Emergency Medicine Physicians
- Ethical Considerations in Critical Care
Management of Organ Failure in Emergency Medicine
- Renal Failure and Renal Replacement Therapy
- Hepatic Failure and Supportive Care
- Neurologic Failure and Brain Protection
- Gastrointestinal Failure and Nutritional Support
Module 3: Monitoring Patients with Critical Condition
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Respiratory Monitoring
- Neurologic Monitoring
- Renal Monitoring
- Metabolic and Nutritional Monitoring
Module 4: Sepsis And Shock In Emergency Medicine
- Sepsis and Septic Shock
- Etiology & Pathophysiology
- Symptoms and Signs
- Diagnosis &Treatment
- Prognosis
- Bacterial Pneumonia & Bacterial Sepsis
- Community-Acquired Pneumonia Organism-Specific Therapy
- Neonatal Sepsis & Pediatric Sepsis
- Peritonitis & Abdominal Sepsis
- Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS)
- Treatment of Sepsis and Septic Shock in Children
- Hypovolemic Shock & Anaphylactic Shock
Module 5: Dermatological Emergencies
Dermatology
- Introduction
- Skin anatomy and physiology
- Dermatological immunology
- Pharmacology in dermatology
Dermatological Examination and Diagnostic Techniques:
- Skin examination techniques
- Deramatoscopy
- Skin biopsy and histopathology
Common Dermatological Conditions:
- Acne and Rosacea
- Eczema and Dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Infections (bacterial, viral, fungal)
- Urticaria and Angioedema
- Disorders of Pigmentation
- Hair and Nail Disorders
Dermatological Emergencies:
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Dermatologic manifestations of systemic diseases
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs):
- Dermatologic manifestations of STIs
- Diagnosis and management of STIs
Module 6: Palliative Care
- Introduction
- Definition and principles of palliative care
Communication Skills in Palliative Care:
- Breaking bad news
- Advanced communication techniques
- Cultural competency and sensitivity
Ethical and Legal Issues in Palliative Care:
- End-of-life decision-making
- Advance care planning and directives
- Ethical dilemmas in palliative care
Pain & Symptom Assessment and Management:
- Multidimensional pain assessment
- Pharmacological interventions
- Non-pharmacological approaches
- Management of common symptoms – nausea, dyspnea, fatigue
- Gastrointestinal symptom & Management
- Respiratory symptom & Management
Palliative Care Across the Lifespan:
- Pediatric palliative care
- Palliative care for young adults
- Geriatric palliative care
End-of-Life Care:
- Approaches to care in the final days and hours
- Recognizing imminent death
- Care after death
Advanced Certificate in Emergency Medicine
Module 2: Respiratory & Pulmonology Medicine
- Hemoptysis
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Exacerbation of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Pneumonia
- Pneumothorax
- Aspiration Pneumonitis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Acute Bronchial Asthma and Management
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Acute Inhalational Injury
- Fat Embolism
- Venous Thromboembolism
Module 03: Endocrine & Renal Disorders
- Hypoglycemia
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Adults
- Thyroid Emergencies
- Acute Adrenal Crisis
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Severe Hypoglycemia
- Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
- Management of Hyperglycemia
- Acid Base Balance
- Acidosis
- Alkalosis
- Gout
Module 04: Cardiology
- Acute Pain Management
- Chest Pain
- Palpitations
- Syncope
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Heart Failure
- Bradyarrhythmia
- Tachyarrhythmia
- Temporary Pacing
- Hypertensive Emergency
- Aortic Dissection
- Electrocardiogram Interpretation
Module 05: Hematology
- Introduction to Hematology:
- Overview of blood and its components
- Historical perspective of hematology
- Importance of hematology in healthcare
Hematopoiesis:
- Formation and development of blood cells
- Regulation of hematopoiesis
- Bone marrow anatomy and function
Red Blood Cells:
- Structure and function of red blood cells
- Hemoglobin and oxygen transport
- Red blood cell disorders (e.g., anemia)
White Blood Cells:
- Types of white blood cells (neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, basophils)
- Functions and roles in the immune system
- White blood cell disorders (e.g., leukemias)
Platelets and Hemostasis:
- Platelet structure and function
- Blood clotting mechanisms
- Disorders of hemostasis (e.g., thrombocytopenia, hemophilia)
Blood Typing and Transfusion Medicine:
- ABO and Rh blood typing
- Blood transfusion compatibility
- Blood transfusion reactions and complications
Hematologic Diseases:
- Benign and malignant disorders of the blood
- Diagnosis and management of hematologic diseases
- Hematologic malignancies (e.g., lymphomas, myelomas)
Hemostasis Disorders:
- Coagulation disorders
- Thrombosis and anticoagulant therapy
- Bleeding disorders
Laboratory Techniques in Hematology:
- Blood cell counting and morphology
- Hematologic testing (e.g., complete blood count, coagulation tests)
- Molecular and genetic testing in hematology
Clinical Cases and Problem-Solving:
- Application of knowledge to real-world cases
- Problem-solving exercises and case studies
Ethical and Social Issues in Hematology:
- Ethical considerations in blood-related treatments
- Social implications of blood disorders and treatment
Module 06: Gastrointestinal
- Gastrointestinal Bleed in Emergency
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Acute Appendicitis
- Perforation Peritonitis
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Electrolyte Imbalance
- Emergencies in Renal Failure and Dialysis Patients
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Hematuria
- Acute Urinary Retention
- Acute cholecystitis,
- Liver Cirrhosis
Module 07: Hepatology
- Introduction to Hepatology
- Overview of the liver’s structure and function
- Importance of the liver in metabolism and detoxification
- Introduction to common liver diseases
Liver Anatomy and Physiology:
- Detailed study of liver anatomy
- Hepatic blood supply and circulation
- Liver cell (hepatocyte) structure and function
Liver Function Tests:
- Understanding and interpreting liver function tests
- Assessment of liver enzymes, bilirubin, and other markers
- Diagnostic significance of liver function tests
Liver Imaging:
- Imaging techniques for assessing liver health (ultrasound, CT scan, MRI)
- Liver biopsy: indications, procedures, and interpretation
- Non-invasive methods for assessing liver fibrosis
Viral Hepatitis:
- Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E viruses
- Transmission, clinical manifestations, and prevention
- Diagnosis and management of viral hepatitis
Alcoholic Liver Disease:
- Effects of alcohol on the liver
- Alcoholic hepatitis and cirrhosis
- Treatment and management of alcoholic liver disease
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH):
- Risk factors and pathogenesis
- Diagnosis and staging of NAFLD/NASH
- Management and lifestyle interventions
Cirrhosis:
- Causes and progression of cirrhosis
- Complications of cirrhosis (e.g., portal hypertension, ascites, hepatic encephalopathy)
- Management and supportive care for cirrhotic patients
Liver Transplantation:
- Indications for liver transplantation
- Evaluation of transplant candidates and donors
- Post-transplant care and complications
Autoimmune Liver Diseases:
- Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)
- Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC)
- Autoimmune hepatitis
Pediatric Hepatology:
- Liver diseases in children
- Unique considerations in pediatric liver transplantation
Ethical and Social Issues in Hepatology:
- Ethical considerations in liver transplantation
- Social impact of chronic liver diseases
Module 08: Gynecology & Obstetric
Gynecology Disorders:
- Physiology of Menstruation
- Pubertal Changes
- Menstrual Problems in Young and Small Girls
- Intersex
- PCOS
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Gonorrhea
- Chlamydia
- Chancroid
- Bacterial Vaginosis
- Candidiasis
- Trichomoniasis
- HIV
- Syphilis
- Amenorrhea
- Embryology of Uterus
- Prolapse
- Post Menopausal Bleeding
Obstetric Disorders:
- Clinical Assessment of the Pregnant Patient
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Ectopic Pregnancy
- Female Reproductive Tract
- Endometriosis
- IUCD
- PCOD
- Preeclampsia
Module 09: Pediatric Emergencies
- Fever in Children
- Vomiting, Diarrhea and Dehydration in Children
- Febrile Seizure and Status Epilepticus in Children
- Central Nervous System Infections in Children
- Diabetes Management in Children
Module 10: Special Situations
- Disaster and Mass Casualty Management in Emergency
Module 11: Sepsis And Shock Emergencies
- Sepsis and Septic Shock
- Etiology
- Pathophysiology
- Symptoms and Signs
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Prognosis
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Bacterial Sepsis
- Neonatal Sepsis
- Pediatric Sepsis
- Peritonitis and Abdominal Sepsis
- Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS)
- Treatment of Sepsis and Septic Shock in Children
- Shock
Module 12: Toxicology
- Overview of Toxicology
- Approach to the Poisoned Patient
- Antidotes Commonly Used in Overdose
- Treatment of Hypotension Associated with Drug Poisoning
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
- Illicit Drugs and Controlled Substances of Abuse
- Alcohol Withdrawal
- Salicylate Overdose
- Tricyclic Antidepressant Overdose
- Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor Overdose
- Ethanol Poisoning
- Ethylene Glycol Poisoning
- Specific Toxicities: Acetaminophen, Alcohol, Amphetamine, Cocaine
- Withdrawal Syndromes
- Management of Poisoning and Overdose
Module 13: Environmental Emergencies
- Emergency Department – Anaphylaxis
- Emergency Department – Hymenoptera Bites & Stings
- Heat Stroke
- Cooling Techniques for Hyperthermia
- Hypothermia
Fellowship in Emergency Medicine
Module 2: Patient Assessment and Triage
- Essentials for Good Emergency Physician
- Emergency Design and Staffing
- Triaging
- Rapid Assessment and Treatment in Emergency
- Wound Assessment and Management
- Local and Regional Anesthesia
- Chronic Pain Management
- Point of Care Testing
- Essentials of Medicolegal Case Writing
- Medicolegal Issues in Emergency
- Patient Safety and Quality in Emergency Department
Module 3: Critical Care and Resuscitation
- Standards of Care during Air Transfer
- Standards of Care during Road Transfer
- Management of Cardiac Arrest in Adults
- Airway Management
- Management of Critically Ill Patient in Emergency
- Overview of Shock
- Sepsis and Septic Shock
- Noninvasive Ventilation
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Use of Blood and Blood Products in Emergency
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- Oxygen Therapy
- Laryngoscopy
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Bronchoscopy
- Chest Tube Insertion and Care
- Chest Tube Removal
Module 4: Respiratory & Pulmonology Emergencies
- Hemoptysis
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Exacerbation of Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Pneumonia
- Pneumothorax and Insertion of Chest Tube
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Aspiration Pneumonitis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Acute Bronchial Asthma and Management
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Acute Inhalational Injury
- Fat Embolism
- Venous Thromboembolism
- Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
- Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia (Nosocomial Pneumonia) and Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia
Module 5: Trauma
- Basics of Trauma System
- Code Trauma
- Trauma: Initial Assessment and Management
- Facial Trauma
- Head Trauma
- Spinal Trauma
- Thoracic Trauma
- Abdominal Trauma
- Extremity Trauma and Management of Fractures in Emergency
- Emergency Wound Management and Closure
- Basic Management of Orthopedic Emergencies
- Fractures
- Hand and Wrist Injuries
- Forearm, Elbow, Upper Arm and Shoulder Injuries
- Pelvis, Hip and Femur Injuries
- Lower Leg and Ankle Injuries
- Complications of Orthopedic Injuries
Module 6: Cardiovascular Emergencies
- Acute Pain Management in Emergency Department
- Chest Pain
- Palpitations
- Syncope
- Acute Coronary Syndrome: Risk Stratification
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Heart Failure
- Bradyarrhythmia
- Tachyarrhythmia
- Temporary Pacing
- Hypertensive Emergency
- Aortic Dissection
- Care of Patient on Anticoagulation
- Cardiac Biomarkers
- Electrocardiogram Interpretation in Emergency
- Role of Echocardiography in Emergency Room
- Coronary Computed Tomography in Emergency
- Precardiac Surgery Evaluation
- Postcardiac Surgical Emergencies
Module 7: Neurological Emergencies
- Vertigo
- Acute Headache
- Acute Confusional State
- Acute Stroke
- Status Epilepticus and Refractory Status Epilepticus
- Subdural Hematoma
- Agitation, Confusion, and Neuromuscular Blockade in Critically Ill Patients
- Vitamin B-12 Associated Neurological Diseases
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Status Epilepticus
Module 8: Gastrointestinal Emergencies
- Gastrointestinal Bleed in Emergency
- Hepatic Encephalopathy
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Acute Appendicitis
- Perforation Peritonitis
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Electrolyte Imbalance
- Acute Kidney Injury in Sepsis
- Emergencies in Renal Failure and Dialysis Patients
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Hematuria
- Acute Urinary Retention
- Acute cholecystitis,
- Acute cholangitis,
- Acute pancreatitis
- Amebic and pyogenic liver abscess
- Cholangitis
- Liver Cirrhosis
Module 9: Endocrine & Renal Emergencies
- Hypoglycemia
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Adults
- Thyroid Emergencies
- Acute Adrenal Crisis
- Hypothyroidism and Myxedema crisis
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Severe Hypoglycemia
- Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
- Management of Hyperglycemia
- Acid Base Balance
- Acidosis
- Alkalosis
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Electrolyte And Acid-Base Disturbances in Critical Illness
- Nutritional Support in The Intensive Care Unit
Module 10: Obstetric Emergencies
- Clinical Assessment of the Pregnant Patient
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Ectopic Pregnancy
- Emergency Delivery
- Female Reproductive Tract
- Endometriosis
- IUCD
- PCOD
- Preeclampsia
- The Physiology of Pregnancy
- Medical Disorders Complicating Pregnancy
- Prescribing Safely in Pregnancy
Module 11: Pediatric Emergencies
- Fever in Children
- Vomiting, Diarrhea and Dehydration in Children
- Febrile Seizure and Status Epilepticus in Children
- Central Nervous System Infections in Children
- Diabetes Management in Children
- Pediatric Cardiac Emergencies: Evaluation and Management
Module 12: Surgical & Other Medical Emergencies
- Surgical emergencies
- Abdominal trauma
- Acute appendicitis
- Acute cholecystitis
- Acute pancreatitis
- Anorectal disorders
- Dermatologic Emergencies
- Rheumatological Emergencies
- Evaluation and Management of Oncological Emergencies
- Care of Patients with Hematological Malignancies and Bone Marrow Transplantation
Module 13: Diagnostic Tools and Special Situations
- Radiology in Emergency and Trauma
- Disaster and Mass Casualty Management in Emergency
Module 14: Sepsis And Shock Emergencies
- Sepsis and Septic Shock
- Etiology
- Pathophysiology
- Symptoms and Signs
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Prognosis
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Bacterial Sepsis
- Community-Acquired Pneumonia Organism-Specific Therapy
- Neonatal Sepsis
- Pediatric Sepsis
- Peritonitis and Abdominal Sepsis
- Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS)
- Treatment of Sepsis and Septic Shock in Children
- Shock
Module 15: Toxicology
- Overview of Toxicology
- Approach to the Poisoned Patient
- Antidotes Commonly Used in Overdose
- Treatment of Hypotension Associated with Drug Poisoning
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
- Illicit Drugs and Controlled Substances of Abuse
- Alcohol Withdrawal
- Digitalis Toxicity
- Calcium Channel Blocker Toxicity
- Acetaminophen Hepatotoxicity
- Salicylate Overdose
- Tricyclic Antidepressant Overdose
- Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor Overdose
- Arsenic Poisoning
- Cyanide Poisoning
- Iron Poisoning
- Lithium Carbonate Overdose
- Serum Osmolality
- Ethanol Poisoning
- Corrosive Poisoning
- Ethylene Glycol Poisoning
- Organophosphate and Organocarbomate Poisoning – Management
- Specific Toxicities: Acetaminophen, Alcohol, Amphetamine, Arsenic, Benzodiazepine, Cocaine, Cyanide, etc.
- Withdrawal Syndromes
- Management of Poisoning and Overdose
Module 16: Environmental Emergencies
- Burns
- Dive Emergencies
- Emergency Department – Anaphylaxis
- Emergency Department – Hymenoptera Bites & Stings
- Heat Stroke
- Cooling Techniques for Hyperthermia
- Hypothermia
- Frostbite
- Drowning
- High-altitude Syndrome
- Snakebite
Course Outcomes
COURSE OUTCOME:
Receive Hands-On Training In Emergency Medicine by Working In Top Hospitals In India. Apply Theoretical Knowledge to Real-World Emergency Medicine Scenarios.
LEARN FROM EXPERTS:
Access Authoritative Sources and Learn from Renowned Experts in Emergency Medicine. Benefit From the Collaboration with The National Health Service (NHS) Through E-Integrity.
FLEXIBLE ONLINE LEARNING:
Study At Your Own Pace and Convenience Using the Accessible Online Platform. Engage With Multimedia Content, Including Videos, Interactive Quizzes, And Case Studies to Enhance Your Learning Experience.
RECOGNIZED FELLOWSHIP:
Obtain A Recognized Fellowship Upon Successful Course Completion. Showcase Your Expertise in Emergency Medicine with A Formal Certification.
Key Benefits:
- Specialized Expertise: Gain In-Depth Knowledge and Skills in the specific field
- Advancement: Increase Your Chances of Promotions and Higher-Level Positions
- Earning Potential: Qualify For Higher Salaries with Specialized Qualifications
- Opportunities: Open Doors to New Roles and Industries
- Recognition: Earn Respect and Recognition Among Peers and Employers
- Transition: Smoothly Transition into A New Career or Field
- Learning: Stay Up-To-Date with The Latest Industry Developments
- Satisfaction: Boost Confidence and Job Satisfaction
- Networking: Connect With Industry Experts and Peers
These advantages collectively make the course a valuable investment for healthcare professionals looking to enhance their Emergency Medicine skills and make a positive impact on patient care and healthcare systems in India.
Eligibility
- MBBS Graduates
- Practicing Doctors (MD/MS)
- MD And DNB Residents
- Undergraduate Medical Students in The Final Year
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Course Duration: 12 months (6 months online content + 6-months clinical training at partner hospitals)
Inclusion
- 6 Months of clinical posting with our esteemed partner hospitals
Next Batch Start Date
6th May 2024
₹ 1,49,000 + GST
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Debit Card / Credit Card / Netbanking / UPI / Loans
DR. Rahul Mehta
MBBS, MBA Hospital Management
