Dear AADA Members,
RSVP now for our next dinner meeting on the topic of "A step-wise approach in the management of COPD " by Co Luu B. Pharm, Grad. Dip. Hosp Pharm. Respiratory Medical Lead, GSK

Date: Tuesday 14/03/2017
Time: 6pm
Venue: Gambaro Hotel
33 Caxton St, Petrie Terrace QLD 4000
Sponsor: GSK Australia

Schedule:

6:00pm – Members arrive from this time

7:00pm – Entree is served

7:30pm – Entree is cleared, dinner is served

7:45pm – Presentation

8:30pm – Question & Answers. (Dessert is served)

9:00pm – Meeting is concluded

Abstract:

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) represents a major concern for our healthcare systems, being ranked as the fifth leading cause of death in Australia and significantly affecting the quality of life of patient(1). Both non-pharmacological approaches and pharmacological therapies are important in the management of management of COPD(2). With the recent introduction of additional pharmacotherapies, there is now a wider choice for healthcare professionals to consider, which has its advantages and disadvantages. A greater selection to choose from enables healthcare professionals to select the best possible therapeutic option for individual patients.

References:

1. http://www.aihw.gov.au/copd

2. COPD-X Concise Guidelines

Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the assessment tools used in measuring control of COPD
2. Summarise the role of different classes of pharmacological therapies in the management of COPD
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the assessment tools used in measuring control of COPD

RSVP by: 6th March 2017 via the link sent to your inbox.

Kind regards
AADA Committee