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Join us for an intensive two-day virtual training event designed exclusively for General Practitioners. The GP Masterclass is a premier opportunity for continuing medical education, featuring cutting-edge updates and comprehensive discussions led by highly qualified and vastly experienced resource persons. This program targets key areas in cardiology, endocrinology, neuroscience, and ophthalmology.
DAY ONE: Focus on Hypertension and Dyslipidemia Management
i. Delve into the increasing prevalence of hypertension and its impact on cardiovascular health.
ii. Address Dyslipidemia management and the importance of risk stratification.
DAY TWO: Focus on Sickle Cell Disease(SCD) and Diabetes Mellitus (DM) with Ocular Complications
i. Gain insights into the diagnosis and management of sickle cell disease in primary care.
ii. Explore the complexities of diabetes management, with a special focus on ocular complications and screening protocols.
Interactive Q&A Sessions
Each day's training concludes with a highly interactive Q&A session, allowing you to engage directly with the experts, discuss real-world cases, and clarify your doubts.
Why Participate?
This masterclass is a unique opportunity to enhance your clinical skills and stay abreast of the latest developments in managing prevalent conditions. With a focus on practical, evidence-based strategies and the opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field, this training is not to be missed. Register now to secure your spot in this transformative learning experience and join a network of forward-thinking General Practitioners committed to excellence in patient care.
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This will be a virtual event. It will be streamed LIVE on this page.
Date: Wed the 25th and Thur the 26th of June 2025
Time: 16:00 - 1800 GMT (4:00-6:00 pm Local Time)
Target Audience: General Practitioners (GPs)
The agenda is available to download in the downloads section.
Overview
Course Description
This GP Masterclass is a two-day virtual training program designed to equip General Practitioners with up-to-date clinical knowledge and practical insights into managing common yet critical conditions in primary care. This masterclass brings together leading experts to address emerging trends in hypertension and dyslipidemia management, as well as highlight important intersections between chronic diseases and complications, such as diabetes-related eye disorders.
A key feature of the masterclass is the focused session on Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)—a high-burden condition in our region. Delivered by a seasoned expert, this session will provide GPs with essential knowledge on recognizing, diagnosing, and managing SCD in primary care, emphasizing the role of early intervention and patient education. Through interactive presentations and Q&A discussions, participants will gain practical tools to enhance patient outcomes and strengthen their role in the continuum of care.
What you will learn
By the end of this CPD training, participants should be able to:
1. Gain up-to-date knowledge on the latest guidelines and treatment strategies for managing hypertension and dyslipidemia, with emphasis on risk stratification and personalized care.
2. Understand the primary care physician’s role in the early identification and comprehensive management of Sickle Cell Disease, including the prevention of common complications and effective patient counseling
3. Learn to recognize and manage ocular complications of diabetes mellitus, improving their ability to detect vision-threatening conditions early and refer appropriately.
4. Enhance their ability to deliver holistic, patient-centered care by integrating evidence-based practices into routine consultations
Course Content
Lecture Sessions
- LIVE EVENT: DAY ONE - Wed 25th June 2025 @ 1600 GMT (4:00 pm) 2 hours
- LIVE EVENT: DAY TWO - Thu 26th June 2025 @ 1600 GMT (4:00 pm) 2 hours
Downloadables
No downloadable content added to this course yet.
About Facilitators
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Dr Francis Agyekum
MBChB, MWACP, FGCP, FWACP (Int. Med – Cardiol), Cert (Interv. Cardiol), PGDip-PCM, MSc.
Interventional Cardiologist and Lecturer | Part-Time Lecturer
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, and the School Of Medicine & Dentistry, College Of Health Sciences, University Of Ghana, Legon | Accra College of Medicine, Accra
Dr. Francis Agyekum is a lecturer with the University of Ghana Medical School, College of Health Sciences, Legon. He is also a Consultant Cardiologist at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. Dr.
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Dr. William Kwesi Ghunney
FGCP, MBChB, and BSc (Med. Sci.)
Senior Specialist Haematologist
Institute of Clinical Genetics, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Institute of Clinical Genetics, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Dr. William Kwesi Ghunney is a Senior Specialist Haematologist at the Ghana Institute of Clinical Genetics, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. He has extensive clinical experience in managing haematological conditions, particularly sickle cell disease, and has steadily progressed through various medical and specialist roles within the same institution.
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