Improving Adherence to COPD Treatments in Primary Care

"A two day seminar which will include:~Lecture: Understanding COPD and Current Guidelines Overview of COPD pathophysiology. Review of the latest GOLD guidelines and treatment strategies Hands-on Session: Inhaler Technique and Device Selection Practical demonstration of different inhaler devices. Evaluating patient inspiratory effort and selecting suitable devices. Understanding advantages of each device and molecule. Motivational interview seminar- On line pre-course lectures about the theory behind motivational interview. Two workshops for simulation and practice of the technic through clinical cases with relevance to COPD patients including smoking cessation counseling techniques.~Panel Discussion: Multidisciplinary Approach to COPD Management Involving respiratory specialists, physiotherapists, and primary care physicians.~Discussion on referral practices and collaborative care."