• Who is this course for?

    Specialists, Family Physicians, Nurses, Respiratory therapists.

  • Benefits

    This course aims to improve education in Chronic Cough at the primary, secondary and tertiary care levels, informing participants about the proper management of chronic cough

  • Course Highlights

    This course contains 2 modules covering topics such as epidemiology, pathophysiology, care models, advanced management options and more.

  • Continuing Education

    Receive an attestation for 2 hours of self-learning.

Learn online with industry experts

  • Learn alongside real healthcare industry experts and gain invaluable knowledge regarding chronic cough, backed up by our panel of experts in Chronic Cough.

  • Stay ahead of the curve with updated content and the latest knowledge. Also, get access to lifelong content updates.

  • Access our online platform and watch the course as many times as you want! The course won’t expire.

  • 100% practical approach to learning through engaging case studies. Dive into real-life scenarios and learn to apply your knowledge.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing both sessions, participants will be able to:

  • Define chronic cough

  • Identify common causes, epidemiology and pathophysiology of chronic cough

  • Develop an approach to the undifferentiated patient with chronic cough

  • Use care models, advanced treatment options, appropriately use pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments, coordinate care, and gain access to additional resources for chronic cough

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This program is co-developed by the Family Physician Airways Group of Canada and RESPIPLUS™ and is planned to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity and balance.

Made possible by a sponsorship from Merck Canada Inc.

Enroll for free

Course Description

The Chronic Cough Patient Training includes the following:

  • Module 1 - An Approach to the Undifferentiated Adult Patient with Chronic Cough

  • Module 2 - Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Advanced Management Options

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Course Instructors

MD, CCFP(EM), FCFP.

Dr. Alan Kaplan

Alan Kaplan is a Family Physician working in York Region, Ontario, Canada and the Chairperson of the Family Physician Airways Group of Canada (www.fpagc.com), the Past-Chairperson of the Respiratory Section of the College of Family Physicians of Canada, and Senate member of the International Primary Care Respiratory Group. He co-chaired the Community Standards of COPD program for Health Quality Ontario. In addition, Dr. Kaplan provides his expertise to a number of medical journals across the world.

M.A MB BChir (cantab) MRCP PhD

Dr. Imran Satia

Dr. Imran Satia is an international renowned expert in the field of Chronic Cough. He is currently an Assistant Professor at McMaster University for the Department of Medicine, Division of Respirology. He completed his medical degree at the University of Cambridge, UK and also completed a PhD at the University of Manchester. He was a co-author on the most recent ERS Chronic Cough guidelines and is a scientific advisor for pharmaceutical companies developing new cough therapies. He has been an invited speaker and national and international medical conferences and has authored numerous publications on the mechanisms and treatment of cough.

Partners & Collaborators


Sponsors

This free course was made possible thanks to sponsorship from Merck Canada Inc.

Testimonials

Here is what our students have to say

Exceeded my expectations

James C.

As a family physician, I found the modules comprehensive and practical, providing valuable insights into the diagnosis and treatment of chronic cough. The case study allowed me to apply the knowledge in real-world scenarios. I highly recommend it to healthcare professionals looking to enhance their understanding and better support patients with chronic cough.

Very entertaining to watch

Emma W.

The course has really useful for me as a respiratory therapist. The modules have greatly improved my ability to diagnose and manage chronic cough in my patients. Dr. Kaplan's expertise and the online platform's flexibility made the learning experience very entertaining.

Useful to stay updated on chronic cough

Alexander G.

As an internal medicine specialist, staying updated on complex conditions is crucial for me. The Chronic Cough course provided me with the knowledge and resources needed to effectively diagnose and treat chronic cough. Advanced management options were particularly valuable.

FAQ

All you need to know about Chronic Cough Patient Journey:

  • Who is this course for?

    It has been designed for Specialists, Family Physicians and many other healthcare professionals. You will gain access to the latest information regarding chronic cough and practical tips that can help you support your patients in their diagnosis and treatment journey.

  • What will I achieve with this course?

    You will gain knowledge about the proper management (pharmacological and non-pharmacological) of chronic cough, including differential diagnosis and proper patient work up/evaluation.

  • Who are the course instructors?

    The course instructors are Dr. Alan Kaplan, MD, CCFP(EM), FCFP, CPC(HC) and Dr. Imran Satia, M.A, MB, BChir (cantab), MRCP, PhD. They are both distinguished professionals with +20 years of experience in lung health.

  • How many modules are included?

    This course contains 2 modules covering topics such as epidemiology, pathophysiology, care models, advanced management options and more. You will also have access to real life case studies and practical tips to learn how to apply your learnings into the real world.

  • How much time it takes to complete the course?

    The course is designed to be completed in two hours. But you can take as much time as you need and rewatch the lessons as many times as needed.

  • How long will I have access to the course content?

    Your access does not expire. Also, by being part of the eXpand community you will receive benefits for other courses, be the first one to hear new updates and have access to one of the largest healthcare communities in Canada with over 15,000 members.

  • Do I get a certificate after completing the course?

    You will receive an attestation for 2 hours of self-learning.

Have questions?

Not sure if this course is right for you? We'll be happy to answer any questions you may have.