Geriatric Care Courses

Essentials of Palliative Care

100 ratings at Coursera

Palliative care can help ease suffering and improve wellbeing in people living with serious illnesses such as cancer. Palliative Care Always is an online, case-based course for health care practitioners who work in cancer care.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Symptom Management in Palliative Care

36 ratings at Coursera

Learn to assess and manage physical and psychological symptoms in palliative care, including pain, nausea, fatigue, and distress. Develop skills for effective symptom screening and treatment to improve patient quality of life.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Palliative Care Always Capstone Course

35 ratings at Coursera

Develop skills to advocate for palliative care, promote wellness, enhance virtual communication, and provide psychosocial support in end-of-life care settings.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Transitions in Care from Survivorship to Hospice

27 ratings at Coursera

Explore transitions in palliative care, from survivorship to hospice. Learn to create care plans, provide spiritual support, and navigate end-of-life discussions with patients and families.

• Coursera
• 10 hours 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Artificial Intelligence and Health Care Webinar (RECORDED)

5 ratings

Explore AI's impact on healthcare: opportunities, challenges, and implications. Gain insights from NAM and GAO publications on AI solutions, development best practices, and policy considerations.

• Independent
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Skin Care During Cancer Therapy - Sun Protection and Moisturizing

4 ratings

Learn essential strategies for managing skin changes during cancer therapy, focusing on sun protection and moisturizing techniques to maintain skin health and comfort.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Using Electronic Health Records for Better Care

3 ratings

Explore methods to transform patient data into actionable insights, enhancing drug safety monitoring, identifying interactions, and generating evidence-based practices for improved healthcare outcomes.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course

Managing Chronic Conditions: Medications, Health Behaviors, and Self-Care

3 ratings

Comprehensive strategies for managing chronic conditions, combining medical care with lifestyle changes. Learn to set health goals and thrive despite ongoing health challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

An Introduction to Palliative Care

3 ratings

Explore palliative care's impact through expert insights, patient stories, and practical advice. Learn when and how this holistic approach can enhance quality of life for patients and families.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Policies and Politics of the US Health Care System - Part 2

Experts explore state and federal healthcare policies, discussing alternative models, political dynamics, and implications for access and quality in the US healthcare system.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Universal Health Care - Thailand's Road to Sustainability

Explore Thailand's journey to sustainable universal healthcare with insights from Dr. Somsak Chunharas on leadership, social security, and policy implementation challenges.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

New Frontiers in Cancer Care: Advances in Genomics, AI, and Personalized Treatment

Explore groundbreaking advances in cancer treatment, from genomic sequencing to AI-driven research, and discover how personalized medicine is revolutionizing patient care and prevention strategies.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cancer Survivorship Care: Supporting Emotional, Social, and Spiritual Wellbeing

2 ratings

Explore holistic care for cancer survivors, focusing on emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing alongside physical healing.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Wearable Sensing for Neonates and Machine Learning in Prenatal Care - PHIND Seminar 2020

2 ratings

Explore wearable sensing for neonates and machine learning in prenatal care with experts from Stanford and Bloomlife, discussing innovative approaches to improve infant and maternal health outcomes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Stanford Medcast Episode 25: Hot Topics Mini-Series - Cancer Care for the Whole Patient: The Importance of Psychosocial Oncology

2 ratings

Explore psychosocial oncology's role in comprehensive cancer care, addressing psychological, behavioral, and social issues for patients, and its impact on patient well-being.

• Independent
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course