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Medication Management, Women's Health
New Choices in Oral Contraception – Dispelling Old Myths – QI&CPD – Category 2
Extended-cycle regimen OCPs are unique in offering fewer or no withdrawal bleeds over the course of one year. They may be of particular benefit, for women with medical co-morbidities who would benefit from fewer withdrawal bleeds, those desiring to avoid monthly menses due to increased hormonal withdrawal symptoms or women who simply don’t want a […]
DURATION
1.5 hrs
PROFESSION
Physician
# OF CREDITS
3
ACCREDITATION
QI & CPD - Category 2
EXPIRY DATE
2021-07-10
Extended-cycle regimen OCPs are unique in offering fewer or no withdrawal bleeds over the course of one year. They may be of particular benefit, for women with medical co-morbidities who would benefit from fewer withdrawal bleeds, those desiring to avoid monthly menses due to increased hormonal withdrawal symptoms or women who simply don’t want a monthly period.
Communicating about contraceptive effectiveness in a way that is informative and meaningful for patients is also critical. GPs are well placed to advise patients about potential risks and benefits associated with the extended-cycle regimen OCPs.
Faculty
A/Prof Gino Pecoraro
MBBS, FRANZCOG, FAMA
Adjunct Associate Professor
University of Queensland,
Wesley Hospital, Brisbane, QLD
Ginni Mansberg
B.MED
General Practitioner, Sans Souci, NSW
Accreditation
This activity has been approved by The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners QI&CPD Program. Total Points: 3 Point(s) (Category 2) # of credits: 3
Duration: 1.5 hrs
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