This event is an CPD-accredited hybrid educational event designed to deepen healthcare professionals’ understanding of contemporary, evidence-based approaches to the management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
The programme focuses on the progressive nature of Type 2 diabetes and the clinical rationale for timely combination therapy, particularly the role of combining metformin with DPP-4 inhibitors (Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 inhibitors) in achieving durable glycaemic control while minimizing adverse effects such as hypoglycaemia and weight gain.
Delivered by highly qualified, experienced resource persons, this interactive session blends scientific evidence, guideline-based recommendations, and practical clinical insights. Participants will benefit from live discussions, question-and-answer sessions, and real-world perspectives relevant to both hospital and ambulatory care settings.
The event will be hosted in person at UniChem HQ (Uniworld Conference Room) and streamed live for virtual participants, ensuring broad access and engagement.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
i. To strengthen your understanding of Type 2 diabetes as a progressive disease
ii. To explore when and why combination therapy becomes necessary
iii. To gain practical insight into the role of metformin + DPP-4 inhibitor combinations
iv. To engage directly with expert faculty through interactive Q&A sessions
v. To earn CPD points accredited by the Medical and Dental Council (MDC)
vii. To stay current with evolving best practices in diabetes management
This is a clinically relevant session designed to support better decision-making and improved patient outcomes.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
1. CPD-accredited hybrid training (in-person and virtual)
2. Expert-led keynote presentation on comprehensive diabetes management
3. Practical discussion on combination therapy strategies
4. Live Q&A sessions for both online and in-person participants
5. Recorded session available post-event via the CES platform
6. Certificate Awarded upon successful completion
7. Seamless CPD point crediting through MDC
SUMMARY OF TOPICS TO BE COVERED
1. Fundamentals of Type 2 diabetes management
2. The progressive pathophysiology of Type 2 diabetes
3. Limitations of long-term monotherapy
4. Clinical rationale for combination therapy
5. Role of metformin + DPP-4 inhibitor combinations in glycaemic control
6. Safety considerations, including hypoglycaemia and weight effects
7. Translating evidence and guidelines into everyday clinical practice
PARTICIPANT CONSENT AND DATA PRIVACY NOTICE
By registering for “Achieving Comprehensive Diabetes Management: The Role of Combination Therapy”, you consent to participate in this CPD training hosted by Continuous Education Services (CES) on behalf of UniChem Ghana Ltd and Luex Ghana Ltd.
Your registration information will be used solely to facilitate the event and to issue CPD points through the Medical and Dental Council (MDC). CES is fully committed to safeguarding your personal data and will not share your information with any third party other than the MDC, and strictly for the purpose of CPD accreditation.
Participation is entirely voluntary. You may opt out of the session at any time without the need for further action. All participant information will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality and in line with applicable data protection standards.
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The in-person component of the event will take place at UniChem HQ (Uniworld Conference Room)
This CPD-accredited hybrid training brings together healthcare professionals for an in-depth, practical discussion on the evolving management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, with particular emphasis on the role of combination therapy. The session explores the progressive nature of the disease, the limitations of long-term monotherapy, and evidence-based approaches to optimizing glycaemic control, including the use of metformin in combination with DPP-4 inhibitors. Delivered by experienced resource persons in an interactive format, the programme combines expert presentations, live discussions, and question-and-answer sessions to support informed clinical decision-making and improved patient outcomes.
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
1. Describe the pathophysiology and progressive nature of Type 2 diabetes mellitus
2. Explain why monotherapy often becomes inadequate over time
3. Identify appropriate clinical scenarios for initiating combination therapy
4. Discuss the role of DPP-4 inhibitors in combination with metformin
5. Apply guideline-aligned strategies to optimize glycaemic control
6. Integrate evidence-based combination therapy into routine clinical decision-making

FWACP, FGCP, MSc Diabetes (Cardiff), MSc Endo (UK), MB ChB,BSc, Cert. HAM (GIMPA)
Professor of Medicine, Senior Specialist Physician | President
Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, University of Ghana Medical School, College of Health Sciences. Department of Medicine, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital | Ghana Medical Association
Prof. Ernest Yorke is a Professor of Medicine and Endocrinology at the University of Ghana Medical School and a Senior Specialist Physician at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, where he leads clinical and academic work in endocrinology, diabetes, and cardio-metabolic disorders.
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