Lithium: Evidence Assessment and Practice Welcome to our exclusive on-demand professional development course tailored for healthcare professionals aiming to enhance their skills in managing mood disorders. Throughout this course, you'll delve into the fundamentals, explore evidence-based practices, and refine your clinical approach to prescribing lithium. Developed by a distinguished panel of psychiatrists and scholars from Queen’s University Health Sciences and Kingston Health Sciences Centre, this course offers unparalleled insights into prescribing lithium for mood disorders. Through a comprehensive curriculum spanning two modules, led by renowned content experts, Dr. Fabiano A. Gomes and Dr. Elisa Brietzke, you will delve into the mechanisms of lithium action, evaluate evidence-based practices, and master the art of patient-centered care. Supported by industry experts Natalie Palma and Dr. Amanda Pecly, this course equips you with the skills to identify ideal candidates, optimize prescription strategies, and monitor treatment effectively. Whether you're a Royal College Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Pharmacist, or Physician Assistant, this course is tailored to enrich your practice and elevate patient care. Register Now Fee: $125 CAD per learner for 1 year access. Register now to unlock a world of knowledge and transform your approach to mood disorder management. This on-demand professional development course explores the evidence for prescribing lithium for mood disorders, giving detailed training in providing high-quality patient care and symptom management across the lifespan. Course Details Content Experts Content Experts: Dr. Fabiano A. Gomes, MD, MSc, PhD Dr. Elisa Brietzke, MD, PhD Supported by: Natlie Palma, BComm Dr. Amanda Pecly, MD Reviewed by: Dr. Roumen Milev, MD, PhD, FRCPC, DFCPA, DFAPA Learning Outcomes Module 1: Lithium: The Basics Identify mood disorders and their common treatment options. Discuss the mechanisms of action for lithium in treating mood disorders. Evaluate evidence and practice guidelines for paths to improving clinical practice Module 2: Prescribing and Monitoring Treatment with Lithium Identify good candidates for lithium use. Prescribe lithium optimally to improve clinical outcomes and quality of life. Effectively monitor lithium treatment. Assess contraindications and side effects for effective management. Intended Audience This program is best targeted for Royal College Specialists, Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Physician Assistants. Accreditation Details This online program is accredited by Queen’s University for 2.5 Self-Assessment learning hours for the Royal College and provides a certificate for 2.5 hours of professional development for all health professions. Register Now Welcome to your next step in continuing professional development! View all our CPD programs on the "Get Your CPD" webpage. You might also be interested in these complimentary courses: Aplastic Anemia: Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis, and Management Multiple Myeloma: Primary Care Management and Referral Course