Starting Insulin Therapy in Primary Care
All you need to know and how to do it safely!
This is a virtual course for healthcare professionals in primary care that would like to increase their
knowledge, confidence and competence in insulin initiation in people with type 2 diabetes in a Primary Care setting.
- To understand the normal physiology of insulin and glucagon
- To explore the pathophysiology of Type 2 Diabetes and potential progression to insulin therapy
- To be able to identify which people would benefit from insulin therapy
- To identify national and local guidelines and pivotal trials for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
- To appreciate the importance of assessing psychological well being
- To understand the difference between Human, Analogue and Biosimilar Insulins
- To understand the variety of insulins and their associated profiles
- To discuss appropriate rationale for choosing an insulin type and regimen
- To be aware of insulin safety
- To bring theory to life through case studies
Date: 30 April 2025
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Cost: £150.00**
Cancellation period for paid events
The minimum cancellation period is 21 days in writing before the course. Cancellations less than 21 days before the course date will need to be paid for in full.
Once this information has been received from your Practice/Business Manager, your booking will be made and the invoice will then be sent to your practice/PCN for payment.
CPD certificates
CPD certificates are issued post event subject to full payment being received. Please allow up to 10 working days post event to receive CPD certification.
**Invoice to practice
Invoice to practice is available by email request from your practice/business manager to yvonne@dovetailhealthevents.com
The following information will need to be provided for each attendee:
• Full name as to appear of certificate
• Attendees NHS email address
• Attendees job title
• Full Practice address
• Details of where to send invoice to (inc PO number if relevant)
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