POTS Diagnosis & Management – modules

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is the most common type of autonomic nervous system disorder, associated with significant disability and with increasing prevalence following the COVID-19 pandemic. The wide range of non-specific symptoms can overlap with other conditions, leading to misdiagnosis and suboptimal treatment for patients, particularly young women. General practitioners and other primary health care professionals are ideally positioned to play a pivotal role in the early recognition, investigation, and management of POTS.

Take this course to learn practical tools and strategies to help identify and manage POTS with confidence, ensuring patients receive timely and effective care.

Course Content

POTS Diagnosis & Management -Introduction and Overview
4 Topics
Sample Lesson
Course Details
Learning Outcomes
Presenters and Partners
Reference List
1. POTS Diagnosis & Management – The Autonomic Nervous System
1 Topic
1.1 The Autonomic Nervous System and Dysautonomia
2. POTS Diagnosis & Management -Understanding POTS Pathophysiology
3 Topics
2.1 Orthostasis
2.2 Diagnostic Criteria for POTS
2.3 Triggers for POTS
3. POTS Diagnosis & Management -Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
5 Topics
3.1 Investigating POTS in Primary Care
3.2 Orthostatic Testing
3.3 Interpreting Examination Findings
3.4 POTS Diagnosis and Management: Summary: Investigations for an individual with suspected POTS
3.5 Diagnostic Tools and Information
4. POTS Diagnosis & Management – Management Strategies and Supportive Interventions for Individuals Diagnosed with POTS
2 Topics
4.1 Management Strategies
4.2 POTS Diagnosis and Management: Pharmacotherapy
5. POTS Diagnosis & Management – Patient Journey and Quality of Life
1 Topic
5.1 POTS Diagnosis and Management: Patient Journey and Quality of Life
6. POTS Diagnosis & Management – Question and Answer Session
Evaluation and Certificate
2 Topics
Evaluation & Feedback
Certificate and RACGP CPD