Cardiovascular Assessment and Management in type 2 diabetes
Developed in partnership between the Alfred Care Group, Bayside Health, and the South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (SEMPHN), and supported by the National Association of Diabetes Centres(NADC), the series provides practical, case-based education aligned with Australian guidelines and the realities of general practice.
Originally developed for the SEMPHN region, the series is now open to health professionals across Victoria.
Across the10-part series, experienced endocrinologists and multidisciplinary experts will cover the full spectrum of type 2 diabetes management—from early detection and lifestyle intervention to complex pharmacotherapy, technology, and prevention and management of complications including cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, foot disease, frailty and atypical diabetes.
This session will focus on:
- How to assess CV risk in type 2 diabetes
- When and how to screen for CVD in type 2 diabetes
- Management of CV risk factors and targets (lipids and BP) in diabetes
- Management of HF in diabetes
Presenter:
A/Prof James Shaw–Cardiologist, Alfred Care Group, Bayside Health
Multidisciplinary Panel:
Vincent Ng–Pharmacist, Alfred Care Group –Bayside Health
Dr Adam Braithwaite–General Practitioner, Diabetes Connecting Care Clinic, AlfredCare Group -Bayside Health
Chair:
Professor Anthony Russell–Director,Endocrinology and Diabetes,Alfred Care Group
Who should attend:
General Practitioners and members of the general practice team involved in diabetes care.
This program supports the development of best-practice diabetes care while enabling participants to earn RACGP CPD points.
All sessions will be recorded. If you are unable to attend or would like to access the replay, please ensure you are registered for the series to receive the session recordings.
