Invasive Fungal Infection (IFI) for Clinical Officers
Independently sponsored by Pfizer CPD accredited course (12 CPD points) Get ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of fungal infections, with the Invasive Fungal Infection Educational Program offered by CRK-CRO and independently sponsored by Pfizer! As the leading provider of comprehensive educational resources for healthcare professionals in Kenya, CRK-CRO is proud to offer this in-depth program that explores everything from the epidemiology of invasive fungal infections to the latest breakthroughs in prevention and management. With the CRK-CRO Invasive Fungal Infection Educational Program, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need to become an expert in the field. We’ll start by defining invasive fungal infections, and explore the factors contributing to their spread. We’ll dive deep into the most common fungi that cause INVASIVE FUNGAL INFECTIONs, including Candida, Aspergillus, and Cryptococcus, and examine the different transmission pathways that lead to their spread. One of the most exciting aspects of this program is our focus on diagnostic techniques for INVASIVE FUNGAL INFECTIONs. We’ll explore a wide range of techniques, from culture-based methods and microscopy to cutting-edge DNA-based techniques like PCR assays. You’ll learn about the different biomarkers and antigens used to detect fungal infections, and how to accurately interpret these results to help diagnose and manage INVASIVE FUNGAL INFECTIONs.
What Will I Learn?
- Definition of Invasive Fungal Infections
- The burden of invasive fungal infections.
- Differentiate between invasive infections and colonization.
- The global and local epidemiology of invasive fungal infections in Kenya.
- Risk factors and high-risk population for invasive fungal infections.
- Diagnostic techniques for INVASIVE FUNGAL INFECTIONs
Course Content
Module 1: IFI Introduction/Overview
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Pre-test
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Introduction
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Introduction
02:57 -
Assessment test
Module 2: Medically Important Fungi Pathogenesis & Complications
Module 3: The Diagnostic Techniques for IFI
Module 4: Invasive Fungal Infections: Prevention and Management
Module 5: IFI Breakthroughs in Special Populations
Module 6: Invasive Candidiasis
About the instructors
John Heshmat is a pharmacist and public health professional with over a decade of diverse experience in clinical research, health education, and humanitarian service across Africa. He holds a Master’s in International Public Health from Liverpool John Moores University and a Bachelor of Pharmacy from October 6 University.
As the Clinical Operations Manager at CRK Clinical Research Key (CRO), John leads high-impact clinical research and capacity-building programs targeting underserved populations in Kenya. He also serves as the Country Coordinator for Mécénat Chirurgie Cardiaque, a global organization that sponsors life-saving heart surgeries for children with congenital heart defects.
At CRKCourses.com, John combines scientific rigor with practical field insight to deliver CME/CPD-accredited e-learning programs for healthcare professionals. His teaching emphasizes evidence-based practice, health equity, and the real-world application of research in resource-limited settings.
With a passion for public service and training the next generation of African health leaders, John is committed to improving patient outcomes through education, innovation, and collaborative learning.
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CRK is Kenyan’s largest and most comprehensive provider of post-graduate training courses in clinical research, public health, pharmaceutical sciences, and various other domains. At CRK-CRO, we believe a properly trained and competent health workforce is essential to any successful healthcare system.
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it is an exhaustive course covering every aspect of Fungal infection and treatment.
this will help me a lot in management of CCC clients
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