Certificate in Essentials of Cardiology

Key Features
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The interactive case-based approach provides students with active learning opportunities
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Simulation modules on ECG and ECHO
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Learn the principles and application of major cardiology investigations
- Course Duration 3 Months
- Next Batch Date5th Jun 2023
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Course Description
This introductory course has been designed by leading cardiologists to cover clinical approaches to common cardiology complaints along with invasive and noninvasive cardiac imaging.
This course contains simulation modules on ECG and ECHO, where the students can experience procedures with a web-based simulation environment.
This self-paced course allows you to upskill yourself while managing your clinical responsibilities. This course is an essential first step for achieving your Fellowship in Clinical Cardiology.
Learning complex medical concepts in the traditional didactic textbook and lecture format can be alienating for students. It prevents the opportunity to apply this knowledge clinically.
Certificate in Essentials of Cardiology incorporates a Case-Based Learning Approach within the Medvarsity Learning Framework to address this gap in medical education. With this unique methodology, students consume relevant medical content while learning concepts through interactive case studies spread throughout the course. Thus, students are provided with relevant specialty-specific cases and a clear structure for precise diagnosis and customized treatment plans on a case-to-case basis.
This Essentials of Cardiology course is Accredited by the Indian Association of Clinical Cardiologists (IACC) and AHERF, and our current alumni work at hospitals like Apollo, Medanta, Billroth Hospitals, and Columbia Asia Hospitals.
We at Medvarsity strive to equip every physician with the ability to fast-track their career and enable them to better serve the communities in which they practice. Join us, and let us impact healthcare through education.
Eligibility
- Physicians (MBBS, AYUSH), Final year medical graduates and interns (MBBS and AYUSH)
Course validity: 4 months. There will be an extra charge for the extension of the course validity.
*Statutory taxes and levies not included. Taxes will be applied on checkout. Rates may vary based on management discretion.
Course Outline
1. Basic biology of CVS
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- Development of the Heart: Embryology
- Anatomy of the Heart
- Blood vessels of heart & Circulation
- Physiology of the Heart
2. History and PE of CVS
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- Physical examination in CVS
- Cardiac Symptoms and Physical Signs
- Approach to Presenting Complaints
- Examination Techniques
3. Diagnostic Tests in Cardiology
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- Imaging Techniques Used in Cardiology – Part 1: Chest x ray, Fluoroscopy
- Diagnostic Tests in Cardiology- Introduction
- Serum Analysis
- The Electrocardiogram
- Imaging Techniques Used in Cardiology – Part 2 CT
- Imaging Techniques Used in Cardiology – Part 3 MRI
- Echocardiography
- Transesophageal echocardiography
- Nuclear Perfusion Scan (Myocardial Scintigraphy)
- Myocardial Biopsy
4. Pharmacology
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- Anti-Arrhythmic Agents
- Beta-Blockers
- Calcium-Channel Blockers
- Potassium channel openers
- Nitrates
- Ivabradine, Ranzaline
- Drugs Targeting the Angiotensin Axis
- Diuretics (Aldosterone antagonists)
- Anticoagulants
- Antiplatelet agents
- Statins Lipid Lowering agents
Course Outline
- Development of the Heart: Embryology
- Anatomy of the Heart
- Blood vessels of heart & Circulation
- Physiology of the Heart
- Physical examination in CVS
- Cardiac Symptoms and Physical Signs
- Approach to Presenting Complaints
- Examination Techniques
- Imaging Techniques Used in Cardiology – Part 1: Chest x ray, Fluoroscopy
- Diagnostic Tests in Cardiology- Introduction
- Serum Analysis
- The Electrocardiogram
- Imaging Techniques Used in Cardiology – Part 2 CT
- Imaging Techniques Used in Cardiology – Part 3 MRI
- Echocardiography
- Transesophageal echocardiography
- Nuclear Perfusion Scan (Myocardial Scintigraphy)
- Myocardial Biopsy
- Anti-Arrhythmic Agents
- Beta-Blockers
- Calcium-Channel Blockers
- Potassium channel openers
- Nitrates
- Ivabradine, Ranzaline
- Drugs Targeting the Angiotensin Axis
- Diuretics (Aldosterone antagonists)
- Anticoagulants
- Antiplatelet agents
- Statins Lipid Lowering agents
Patron

Padma Shri Prof. C. VENKATA S. RAM
Director, World Hypertension League,
Professor of Clinical Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center,
Director, Texas Blood Pressure Institute, Dallas, Texas, USA
Dean, Macquarie University, Medical School, Sydney, Australia
Directors

Dr. A. Sreenivas Kumar
Senior Interventional Cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Dr. Ripen Gupta
Director & Unit Head, Cardiac Sciences, Cardiology, Max Healthcare, Delhi
FAQs
- I am an MBBS/BAMS/BUMS/BHMS student. Will this course benefit me?
- You will definitely benefit from this course. While doing your medical course, you will learn about ECG in physiology and under many internal medicine topics in your third and final year. ECG as a structured and detailed course is usually not covered in the medical curriculum at undergraduate level. However, it is an essential skill required when you begin practice. This course is a structured and detailed course on ECG interpretation that will make you knowledgeable and skilled in ECG analysis, which will greatly benefit when you start your internship/clinical practice.
- What is the total duration of the course?
- You are given 3 months duration to complete it. However, if you spend enough time on the learning materials and clear the assessments, you can finish the course at a faster rate and get the certification.
- Physicians (MBBS, AYUSH), Final year medical graduates and interns (MBBS and AYUSH)
- Hands-on training means training in an environment that permits each student to have experience performing tasks, making decisions, or using equipment appropriate to the job assignment for which the training is being conducted. The student assigned for these programs will be observing all procedures performed by the consultant and depending on the student’s abilities and skill set displayed at the hospital, he/she will get to assist the consultant.
- How to access the course material online?
- To access the course, click on kite.medvarsity using the login ID and password provided to you or click on “LOG IN USING YOUR ACCOUNT ON Google” and enter your Email ID: Gmail ID (Only if Gmail ID mentioned in the Application) & Password. In case you don’t have access to login ID and password, write to us at [email protected] & quote your registered email ID.
- What If I am unable to open/access the course?
- In the first instance, you should contact our student support teams to make a complaint using one of these methods, during operating hours.
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- How will the assessments be for course?
- All assessments will be based on online tests.
- What if I am not able to clear the final test in each level in the first attempt?
- You will be given three attempts to clear the tests. If you are not able to clear the final test for the Level in three attempts, you will have to pay re-activation fees. Contact Toll free (1800-103-6006) or write to us at [email protected].
- What if I feel that a question is wrongly framed or an answer is wrongly marked in the online exams?
- If you feel that something is wrongly mentioned, you can write at [email protected], directing it to the academics team.
- What certification will I get at the end of the course?
- Certificate in Essentials of Cardiology.
- When will I get my certificate?
- Once you successfully pass each Level, your E-Certificate will be generated in the Learning management system.
- What if I have any concerns regarding the program delivery or what if I have any suggestions to improve the quality of the course?
- For any feedback regarding the course, please write to us at [email protected]
Faculty
Next Batch Start Date 5th Jun 2023
Learning Path
- Course 1 Certificate in Essentials of Cardiology
- Course 2 Advanced Certificate in Clinical Cardiology
- Course 3 Fellowship in Clinical Cardiology – Level I
- COURSE 4 Fellowship in Clinical Cardiology – Level II
Course Duration
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Patron

Padma Shri Prof. C. VENKATA S. RAM
Director, World Hypertension League,
Professor of Clinical Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center,
Director, Texas Blood Pressure Institute, Dallas, Texas, USA
Dean, Macquarie University, Medical School, Sydney, Australia
Directors

Dr. A. Sreenivas Kumar
Senior Interventional Cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad

Dr. Ripen Gupta
Director & Unit Head, Cardiac Sciences, Cardiology, Max Healthcare, Delhi