METABOLIC DISORDERS & THE AGEING PROCESS | Module 3 ACAAM | 14-15 OCTOBER 2016 | SYDNEY, Australia

2-day face-to-face training module and examines the four major metabolic disorders contributing to the acceleration of the ageing process.
Module 3 of the AustralAsian Certification in Anti-Ageing Medicine (ACAAM) program for Doctors new to the Area of Integrative Medicine and Allied Health Professionals.

MODULE 3 – LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Discuss and understand processes of insulin resistance and define specific treatment protocols
• Understand pathways leading to obesity and discuss the latest weight loss treatment protocols
• Review risk factors for heart disease, and how common cardiovascular disorders accelerate the ageing process
• Learn how diabetes affects individuals and discuss management and treatment protocols
• Review laboratory tests to evaluate insulin resistance, diabetes, and risk factors for heart disease

MODULE 3 – LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Students will demonstrate an in-depth understanding and knowledge of insulin resistance and its treatment protocols
• At the end of this module, students will be able to identify the pathways leading to obesity and review weight loss treatment protocols
• Students will have a clear understanding of risk factors for heart disease and the common cardiovascular disorders that accelerate the ageing process
• Students will understand how diabetes affect individuals and how to overcome this with management and treatment protocols
• Clearly outline and review laboratory tests to evaluate insulin resistance, diabetes, and risk factors for heart disease