Vascular Disease in Primary Care

To enhance GPs' knowledge and confidence in recognising, assessing and managing common vascular conditions.

Proudly hosted by Prince of Wales Private Hospital

The aim of this educational activity is to enhance GPs' knowledge and confidence in recognising, assessing, and managing common vascular conditions; to improve patient outcomes and referral pathways.

Specialist Presenters

• Prof Ramon Varcoe - Vascular Surgeon
• Dr Shannon Thomas - Vascular Surgeon
• Dr Nedal Katib - Vascular Surgeon
• Dr Andrew Lennox - Vascular Surgeon

Guest Presenters

• Nathan Campbell - Vascular Synographer

Learning Outcomes

1.Identify key signs and symptoms of common vascular diseases encourtered in primary care settings

2.Recognise red flag features that require urgent referral to specialist care

4.Assess patients with suspected DVT using clinical risk tools

5.Identify risk factors and clinical features associated with carotid artery disease