Course Overview
(Certificate Course of 3 Credits for 45 Hours)
Sir Vithaldas Thackersey College of Home Science (Empowered Autonomous Status),SNDTWU, Mumbai and The PCOS Society of India have jointly developed a Certificate course in Interdisciplinary Management of PCOS – Advanced Certification and Training (IMPACT) and the technical collaborators being Docmode.
The Certificate course in Interdisciplinary Management of PCOS – Advanced Certification and Training (IMPACT) is a self- paced, asynchronous online course aimed to enable the learners apply scientific information and develop competencies in the management of PCOS by creating interface between medical and nutrition experts through case study-based discussions.
This twelve weeks online certificate course provides an intensive, self-paced, advanced learning . It is designed by academicians, specialised nutritionists and medical professionals from across the country. This course uses innovative methodologies which is the right blend of scientific information, research based recommendations and practical training through virtual case study discussions and webinars.
Course USP:
- Online Certificate Course jointly created by Sir Vithaldas Thackersey College of Home Science (Empowered Autonomous Status),SNDTWU, Mumbai and The PCOS Society of India.
- Collaboration with nutritionists specializing in management of PCOS and eminent Gynaecologists, Dermatologists and other medical professionals as expert faculty.
- Virtual Learning with online assessment, case study discussions, webinars on recent updates as part of the course work
- Emphasis on total patient management with team approach of exercise, fitness and psychosocial experts.
- Twelve week comprehensive modular course with a validity of 6 months
Learning Outcomes of the Course:
- Apply scientific information and develop competencies in the management of PCOS by creating interface between medical and nutrition experts through case study based discussions.
- Develop proficiency related to generic and case specific nutritional requirements in PCOS.
- Understand the integration of multidisciplinary team approach in the management of PCOS
Eligibility criteria:
- Medical Practitioners * (Gynaecologists, Endocrinologists, Diabetologists, Dermatologists, Physicians, Family Physicians, Ayurvedic and Homeopathic Practitioners) and Nutritionists**
* Medical degree from a recognized university
*Graduation & Post graduation in Nutrition & Dietetics from a recognized university
Course Duration: 12 weeks self-paced course. Learners will be allowed 6 months to complete the course from the date of joining the course.
Course Fees: INR 10000 (all inclusive of taxes)
Total Modules:
Module 1 : Learnings from Medical Experts – 15 hours
- Overview of PCOS
- Criteria for diagnosing PCOS
- Evaluation of PCOS
- Medical Management of PCOS
• Gynecological concerns
• Menstrual Dysfunction
• Fertility
• Contraception
• Pregnancy issues
• Cancer - Dermatological manifestations
• Acne
• Hirsutism
• Acanthosis Nigricans and Sink Tags
• Alopecia - Endocrine Disorders
• Metabolic Syndrome
• Obesity
• Insulin Resistance
• Hyperandrogenism - Surgical Management of PCOS
• Bariatric Surgery
• Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling - Co- morbidities associated with PCOS
• Sleep Apnea
• Anxiety and Stress
• Eating Disorders
Module 2 : Learnings from Nutrition Experts – 15 hours
- Overview of MNT in PCOS
- Nutritional Management
• Macronutrients
• Micronutrients
• Functional foods in PCOS
• Anti-inflammatory nutrients
• AGE in foods
• Endocrine Disruptors
• Nutrition Supplements in PCOS - Nutritional management of special cases
• Obese & Lean PCOS, Hypothyroidism, Diabetes & Pre- diabetes
• Fertility, pregnancy & skin issues
• Role of exercise in PCOS
• Role of Psychological counselling and behavior modification in PCOS
Module 3 : Interface between Medical and Nutrition Experts through Case based discussion – 15 hours
Process To Register
- Register for the online course. Upload relevant information and documents
- Online course team will review the application form along with documents for verification of eligibility.
- Eligible applicants will receive an online payment link to enrol for the course.
- Applicants who have made successful payment will receive login credentials and link to the learning Portal.
Certification
The Certificate will be issued to the learner at the end of the course. Learner has to achieve
100 % marks in each lecture before proceeding to the next module.
COURSE STARTS ON 21st June 2024
For any queries, email us on courseimpact2024@gmail.com
Faculty
COURSE DIRECTORS
COURSE CO-ORDINATORS
Teaching Faculty- Medical Experts:
Dr. Madhuri Patil
Dr. Padma Rekha Jirge
Dr. Pratap Kumar
Dr. Uttara Chari
Dr. Madhuri Patil
Dr. Shobhana Patted
Dr. Ramen Goel
Dr. Shashank Joshi
Dr. Gulrez Tyebkhan
Dr. Rasya Dixit
Dr. Uday Thanawala
Dr. Mirdubhashini Govindrajan
Dr. Urmila Nischal
Dr. Sujata Kar
Dr. Nalini Mahajan
Dr. Suma Kumar
Dr. Piya Ballani
Dr. Ganapathi Bantwal
Dr. Sapna Bangar
Teaching Faculty- Nutrition Experts:
Dr. Jagmeet Madan
Dr. Nisha Bellare
Ms. Niti Desai
Ms. Sheryl Salis
Ms. Vidyulatha Ashok
Dr. Ranjini Mohan