Point of Care Testing for STIs
Learn about POCT for sexually transmitted infections, its importance, and challenges in development and adoption.
Learn about POCT for sexually transmitted infections, its importance, and challenges in development and adoption.
This course explores point-of-care testing (POCT) for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) from clinical, patient, and regulatory perspectives. It covers STI basics, diagnostic methods, and POCT importance. Experts discuss various STIs, their diagnosis, and POCT development challenges. The course aims to equip learners with knowledge on POCT significance, obstacles, and implementation in STI management.
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What you'll learn
Discuss the importance of Point of Care Testing (POCT) for common sexually transmitted infections
Explain the obstacles currently present with POCT for STI development and adoption
Understand the basics of sexually transmitted infections and their diagnostic methods
Describe the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and prevention strategies for various STIs
Explain the principles and advantages of point-of-care testing in STI management
Discuss the regulatory environment and FDA considerations for POCT development
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5.85 Hours PreRecorded video
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive overview of point-of-care testing (POCT) for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It covers the basics of STIs, including their epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and current diagnostic methods. The curriculum explores various bacterial and viral STIs, focusing on their impact and the importance of rapid, accurate diagnosis. Learners will understand the principles of POCT, its advantages in STI management, and the challenges in its development and adoption. The course also delves into regulatory aspects, discussing FDA considerations for bringing POCT for STIs to market. It emphasizes the importance of human factors in test design and implementation, providing insights into overcoming adoption challenges in clinical settings.
STIs: What are they and why do we care?
Module 1 · 44 Minutes to complete
Bacterial STIs
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Viral STIs, Diagnosing STIs, and STI Clinical Services
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
STI POCTs: Are they currently used and how?
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Professor at Johns Hopkins University
Dr. Anne Rompalo is a Professor of Medicine and Gynecology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, with joint appointments in Epidemiology and Population, Family, and Reproductive Health. She specializes in infectious diseases, particularly focusing on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and their implications for women's health. Dr. Rompalo leads research initiatives that examine the intersection of violence against women and HIV-related health outcomes. Her extensive academic background includes a commitment to understanding and addressing public health challenges related to STIs, contributing to both clinical practice and policy development. Dr. Rompalo has published numerous articles in her field and is actively involved in educating future healthcare professionals through her teaching and mentorship roles at Johns Hopkins.
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