Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

presents

Foundations in HIV Medicine

DESCRIPTION

Infectious diseases kill more people worldwide than any other single cause and are among the most common reasons for hospitalization. Infectious diseases is a dynamic field, and new challenges have emerged facing primary care practitioners in the outpatient setting and hospitalists in the inpatient venue. Most infections are cared for, and most antibiotic prescriptions are written, by PCPs and hospitalists—not infectious diseases specialists.

This online course is a comprehensive eight-module online activity covering key aspects of HIV care, including epidemiology, immunology, antiretroviral therapy, and primary care considerations. It explores comorbidities, opportunistic infections, PrEP guidelines, and co-infections such as hepatitis and tuberculosis. Designed for healthcare providers, this course offers an in-depth understanding of HIV management, prevention strategies, and the latest advancements in treatment.

WHO SHOULD ENROLL

This activity is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals in the fields of emergency medicine, family practice, infectious diseases, internal medicine, and public health.

OBJECTIVES

After completing this activity, the learner will demonstrate the ability to:

• Describe the immunopathogenesis, epidemiology, diagnosis, and prevention of HIV.
• Name the agents recommended for inclusion in first-line anti-retroviral therapy (ART) to facilitate selection of initial treatment regiments for newly diagnosed patients, and to acquire a strategy for managing ART resistance and treatment failure.
• Recognize common comorbidities and complications of HIV, including opportunistic infections, and to understand their management.
• Identify primary care considerations for care of people living with HIV, including vaccinations, substance use disorders, STI prevention and cancer screenings.
• Diagnose and treat co-occurring chronic infections (Hepatitis C and B, and latent tuberculosis) in people living with HIV.

COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

All rights reserved - The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. No part of this program may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission except in the case of brief quotations embodied in articles or reviews.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

The opinions and recommendations expressed by faculty and other experts whose input is included in this activity are their own. This enduring material is produced for educational purposes only. Use of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine name implies review of educational format design and approach. Please review the complete prescribing information and safety profile of specific drugs or combination of drugs, including indications, contraindications, warnings, and adverse effects before administering pharmacologic therapy to patients.

LIST OF TALKS

• Intro to HIV
• HIV Immunology and Pathogenesis
• ART Core Concepts
• Comorbidities and Complications of HIV
• Common Opportunistic Infections
• Primary Care Considerations
• PrEP
• Co-infections

Method of Payment: Learners must register and submit full payment prior to the start of the activity. The registration fee includes access to the online content and downloadable instructional materials.

You will receive a confirmation by email from Instructure. If you have not received it within 24 hours of registering, email the Office of Online Education to confirm that you are registered.

The Johns Hopkins University reserves the right to cancel or postpone any activity due to unforeseen circumstances. In this event, the University will refund the registration fee. Under such circumstances registrants will be notified as soon as possible.

REFUND POLICY

Refunds will only be issued for learners who have not accessed the course. 

SYLLABUS/INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

All online content will be accessible via canvas.jhu.edu once you have registered.

PREREQUISITES FOR PARTICIPANTS

There are no prerequisites to participate in this activity. 

TECHNICAL PREREQUISITES

The course will take place on the Canvas LMS (Canvas.jhu.edu). You will need the ability to log on to the platform, preferably using Google Chrome, to complete the content, which will include videos, readings, and assignments. You may also need to take part in other activities on Canvas.jhu.edu.

• Hardware requirements: computer; webcam; microphone and speakers or headset.
• Software requirements: Google Chrome web browser; access to Canvas.jhu.edu; Zoom web conferencing; Microsoft Office or similar; email

EVALUATION AND OUTCOMES SURVEY

Post activity, an online evaluation form will be available to attendees to evaluate the activity and identify future educational needs. A certificate of attendance will be available immediately for download or print. 

POST-TEST

A post-test will be conducted at the conclusion of the activity. A grade of at least 70% within three attempts is needed.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine fully complies with the legal requirements of the ADA and the rules and regulations thereof.  Please notify us if you have any special needs.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Johns Hopkins Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases: https://hopkinsinfectiousdiseases.jhmi.edu/

For technical assistant with the course, Canvas.jhu.edu, or learnmore.jhu.edu, please email the Office of Online Education.