Posted By Dr Steve Davies ~ 15th May 2012
Vitamin D deficiency is emerging as a growing problem with studies suggesting that up to 30% of the general population has vitamin D deficiency with others revealing that it is an even bigger problem in certain ethnic groups as well as the elderly. Clinical problems associated with vitamin D deficiency depend on duration and severity but include muscle weakness, fatigue, cramps and falls together with bone demineralisation and fracture. Read Full Post »
Posted By Dr Steve Davies ~ 8th May 2012
Dr Steve Davies, Consultant Endocrinologist, UHW, Cardiff
Cushing’s syndrome is an endocrine rarity with an incidence of 1-2 per million of the population. Accurately diagnosing the condition can be very rewarding and clinically it is important so as to avoid the high morbidity and mortality. Yet, the features of Cushing’s are often multisystem and non-specific being difficult to distinguish from pseudo-Cushing’s syndrome due to obesity, alcohol excess and depression. Clinical features that help to distinguish include thin skin, ease of bruising and proximal myopathy and clinical suspicion require biochemical confirmation through appropriate screening tests. Read Full Post »
Posted By Richy ~ 27th April 2012
The following blog post contains a profile summary on Dr Samit Ghosal. A Student on the Diabetes MSc and PG Diploma Endocrinology courses and PG Diploma Diabetes Tutor. This series of blog posts will allow students to find out a little more about their tutors.
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Posted By Richy ~ 15th March 2012
The following blog post contains the lecture programmes for the Diploma and MSc courses in March 2012. The lectures will take place at Glyntaf Campus, University of Glamorgan, Cardiff on Friday 16th March 2012 Read Full Post »
Posted By Richy ~ 23rd February 2012
Please note that we have a limited number of Grants (£2,000 per applicant*) available for the March intake. If you wish to apply for a grant please contact us via email including a letter of recommendation from your LHB-SHA. Grants will be assigned on a first come first serve basis on accepted applications. Read Full Post »
