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University of Tasmania

Deciding about DMTs for MS

University of Tasmania and Menzies Institute for Medical Research via Independent

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Deciding about Disease Modifying Therapies (DMTs) for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a free online course that aims to increase understanding about DMTs, help people communicate clearly about them and help people living with MS make informed decisions about using them. This includes deciding about starting, switching and stopping DMTs. 

The course consists of three modules. On successful completion you will be able to:

  • Explain what DMTs are and how they affect a person's body and MS
  • Describe the major types of DMTs
  • Discuss the major types of considerations affecting a person's selection of DMTs
  • Understand why a neurologist might recommend switching or stopping DMTs
  • Describe effective communication and how that relates to deciding on DMTs for MS.

This course was developed by the MS Research Flagship, Menzies Institute for Medical Research at the University of Tasmania in collaboration with the MS community and the Wicking Dementia Research and Education Centre. Funding for the course development has been provided by the Australian Government.


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4.9 rating, based on 151 Class Central reviews

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  • Profile image for Alaba Stephan
    Alaba Stephan
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    I found this course to be very educational and engaging. It provided clear information about Multiple Sclerosis and Disease-Modifying Therapies (DMTs), helping me better understand treatment options, their benefits, and factors that influence treatment decisions. The course was well-structured, easy to follow, and highlighted the importance of informed, shared decision-making. I would recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about MS and its treatment.
  • Anonymous
    I highly recommend this course for whom would like to expand their knowledge about different strategies to treat this debilitating disease.The more we know the more we get grip on variety parts of this disorder.Having adequate info not only provide you with in stiff opinion to stand and holler about design break through medications, but also going to expand sight away from conventional mean to control it , strained side effects another story needed to be addressed in more logical points.
  • Anonymous
    This course provided a clear and structured explanation of multiple sclerosis and disease-modifying therapies. It helped me understand how DMTs work, why early treatment is important, and how decisions are made based on individual needs and medical guidance. The information on side effects, treatment switching, and future research was especially useful and improved my overall understanding of MS management.
  • Anonymous
    A very insightful and informative course on DMTs. This course answers questions that are wondered by many individuals, patients, health professionals and others. Moreover, the changes in the therapy mode and source, how to address the need to the doctor and what are the necessary questions to be asked by the patient when the changes are suggested, the reasons, the consequences and other associated aspects. I would suggest all the medical practitioners working for MS as well as their patients to look into this course. Since, it may answer one of those questions you might be struggling with.
  • Anonymous
    This course is an excellent introduction to understanding different types of DMTs and how they work,and the role they play in enhancing quality of life for people living with MS.

    The course material includes interviews with individuals with MS, and academics and health professionals who work in the field. All participants have first-hand knowledge of DMTs - from the process of choosing and starting DMTs, to switching and/or possibly discontinuing. The interviews are informative and honest.
    Increasing our general understanding and awareness of DMTs and their impact, will help support those living with MS in our community.

  • Anonymous
    Without a doubt, this is a must-do course for anyone planning to start, change, or modify their MS medication.
    Easy-to-view videos with valuable information that can help patients ask questions and raise concerns with their neurologist.
  • Anonymous
    Deciding about DMTs for MS

    I found this course incredibly valuable... and having MS myself, it answers many questions should my condition require more intervention over and above the changes I have already made regarding diet, lifestyle, sleep, exercise and stress reduction.

    Thankyou for the information.

    Well presented and questioned answered clearly...
  • Profile image for Sbusiso Mthalane
    Sbusiso Mthalane
    Best course ever very educational it teaches you all and explains you to understand The big lesson: You’re in charge of your DMT choices, with your neuro team guiding you.

    Switching or stopping happens for real reasons - side effects, pregnancy, life changes, or stable MS in older age - and feeling mixed about it is normal. Plan ahead for pregnancy because some DMTs aren’t safe. Access depends on cost and logistics, not just medical need. And research is pushing toward nerve repair, personalised treatment, and better monitoring.

    It all comes down to balancing benefits vs risks together with your doctor.
  • Anonymous
    Information was presented in a very clear way!
    I really like the fact that the course included people with MS
  • Anonymous
    Understood the mechanism of MS development. How DMT is proposed. When to continue and in what circumstances can it be stopped
  • Anonymous
    The course was very relevant and had enhanced my knowledge regarding multiple sclerosis .l learnt about different treatment modalities available.My knowledge had increased by watching the videos there are also quize available which helps in quick assessment of what we had learned.also summary is available at the end of each module for better understanding and knowledge enhancemwnt
  • Anonymous
    I’m super excited with the course content and analysis used throughout the session, it exposed me clearly to what multiple sclerosis is all about and how it can affect physical and mental functioning
  • Anonymous
    It was very knowledgeable course, feel very confident about modified therapies, didn't have this insight before. I recommend this course to doctors and nurses must need to attend this and MS patients should go through this at least once for their insight of disease. I'm sure it would be very helpful to them.
  • Anonymous
    This course was informative and insightful. It gave me (someone new to working in the MS space) knowledge and confidence to discuss DMTs and why they might be used.
  • Anonymous
    Gave a very good insight of MS and therapies, especially the modified therapies which most of the doctors feel not very confident to work with. I will definitely recommend this to all doctors and nurses and will attend future sessions. Thank you.
  • Anonymous
    Excellent course! Clear, balanced information on DMTs. Helped me understand treatment options, side effects, and make confident decisions. Highly recommend!
  • Anonymous
    Excellent course. I am newly diagnosed in NZ with no prior knowledge of MS and found it informative, bite-sized and super useful for informing my conversations with my Neurology team. Amazing that it is open source - highly recommended.
  • Anonymous
    This course provides an excellent, patient-centred overview of Disease Modifying Therapies (DMTs) for Multiple Sclerosis. The content is presented in a clear, balanced, and evidence-based manner, making complex treatment decisions easy to understand…
  • Anonymous
    Excellent well paced resource. Learned new things regarding the whole area of when might a clinician recommend stopping DMT. This was something I had very little knowledge of before the course. Good refresher on what questions to ask when faced with the decision regarding switching DMTs - liked the fact if gave the perspective of both the person with MS and the clinician.
  • Anonymous
    I would recommend anyone who has questions about dealing with the challenges they face with their MS and the DMTs they're taking, to consider taking part in the Deciding about DMTs for MS course. I found the course extremely informative and very eas…
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