WOMEN’s HEALTH - MENOPAUSE & HRT - trial
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module information
This module takes healthcare professionals on an integrated journey following a patient with perimenopausal symptoms, from initial presentation to diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. Participants will explore how to assess symptoms effectively, develop tailored treatment plans that balance pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches, and emphasises the importance of shared decision-making. Stop & Think moments throughout the module challenge learners to reflect on key learning points, such as the benefits and risks of HRT. Embedded video content from leading menopause specialists provides expert commentary on understanding HRT.
Learning outcomes
To recognise the common signs and symptoms of perimenopause.
To understand that symptoms of the perimenopause may coexist with, and mimic other conditions. Be able to outline what examination or investigations might be appropriate
To utilise communication skills considerately and compassionately to support patients in the process of shared decision making regarding their management options
To explore management strategies, including lifestyle modifications, hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and psychological support. and be able to signpost to resources or organisations that may be helpful
To understand the impact of menopause on a patient’s personal and professional life. Specifically, impact on work productivity, negative impact on relationship with family members particularly and the pressure of maintaining professional integrity whilst managing symptoms in a male-dominated work environment.
supporting resources
acknowledgements
This module was commissioned by Primary Care Workforce Academy (PCWA).
The script was written and reviewed by Dr Juliet Grenham, Dr Natasha Hoare, Dr Jordan Tsigarides, and Peter Hicks.
Expert input was provided by Dr Madeleine Lammeris and Dr Susanna Unsworth.