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VAMED in-class training courses can cover any area.

The training can be offered in English, French, Portuguese or Russian.

Program Description

VAMED’s in-class training courses aim to strengthen the know-how of healthcare professionals at all levels, from basic to management, and for all professional groups: doctors, nurses, and physiotherapists, as well as managers, technicians, and other non-clinical staff. Courses are taught by VAMED experts or by experts from its international partner network. Training courses can be provided in all areas of healthcare and can have e-Learning (online) components that complement face-to-face training. More information on the training courses VAMED Education and Training offers can be found in our Training Catalogue in English, French, Portuguese or Russian.

The following courses are examples of training courses often requested by clients

The topics listed for each course aim to provide an overall picture of what can be taught; however, the exact topics, as well as the duration of the course, will be determined during an on-the-ground assessment that takes place before the training project starts.

ADULT ONCOLOGY

Under the guidance of an experienced oncologist from one of VAMED’s partner hospitals, doctors will gain an understanding of the molecular basis of cancer and how this affects a patient’s treatment and prognosis. They will also learn about various forms of tumors, how they grow and how they interact with the body.

  • Molecular Basis of Cancer

  • Tumors

  • Overview of Radiotherapy and Other Cancer Treatments

  • Clinical Pharmacology and Systemic Treatments

  • Treatment of Breast, Lung, Intestinal and Prostate Cancer

  •  Case Studies

ANASTHESIA

Doctors will gain a comprehensive overview of the principles, procedures and techniques for anesthesia.

  • Pharmacology of Drugs Used

  • Techniques of General and Regional Anesthesia

  • Complications of Anesthesia

  • Obstetric Anesthesia and Analgesia; Special Requirements of Anesthesia for Other Surgical Groups, e.g. Pediatrics

  • Postoperative Care of the Patient

COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

Many countries are dealing with the emergence of relatively new communicable diseases, such as Zika, as well as the continued prevalence of “old” diseases, such as tuberculosis. This course is ideal for doctors or nurses in these countries who would like to learn more about these diseases and how to treat them.

  • HIV/AIDS
  • Malaria
  • Tuberculosis
  • Dengue Fever
  • Respiratory Diseases
  • Influenza
  • Diarrheal Diseases
  • Zika

EMERGENCY CARE

Being able to assess and manage a medical emergency is crucial to providing patients the initial care they need. This course will give doctors and nurses this know-how, as well as the knowledge and skills needed for resuscitation, diagnosing and treating common emergency injuries and dealing with patients in shock.

  • Triage, Baseline Data Gathering and Assessment

  • Fluid Resuscitation

  • Stabilization of Respiratory, Neurologic, Thoracic and Abdominal Injuries

  • Management of Shock

  • Common Medical Emergencies

  • Minor Injuries

  • Working in Multidisciplinary Teams

GYNECOLOGY/OBSTETRICS

This course provides doctors with a basic understanding of gynecological and obstetric topics, including how to perform and interpret ultrasounds in this area and what preoperative and postoperative care in this area entails. After this course, they will be able to treat minor obstetric or gynecological issues and recognize severe cases for referral to specialists in obstetrics and gynecology.

  • Ultrasound Diagnostics

  • Symptoms and Pathophysiological Basis of Obstetric/Gynecological Problems and Sexually Transmitted Infections

  • Preoperative and Postoperative Care

  • Antenatal Care and Pregnancy Complications; Management of Labor/Delivery

  • Benign Gynecological Conditions, e.g. Endocrine Problems, Pelvic Pain and Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding

HEALTH PROMOTION
AND DISEASE PREVENTION

Through this course, nurses and community health workers will learn how to plan and implement health prevention and promotion programs, especially at the community level. Such programs are effective tools for bringing health awareness to communities, especially those in rural areas.

  • Nutrition; Tobacco and Alcohol Addiction

  • Physical Activity

  • Hygiene

  • Reproductive Health and Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

  • Mental Health Basics

  • Program Planning

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