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:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the assessment tools used in measuring control of COPD
- Summarise the role of different classes of pharmacological therapies in the management of COPD
- 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