Event Overview

People with a learning disability have worse physical and mental health than those without. On average, life expectancy of women with a learning disability is 18 years shorter than for women in the general population. Life expectancy of men with a learning disability is 14 years shorter than for men in the general population. The GP has a key role in the patient journey.

This online webinar will provide an overview of role of primary care and community-based professionals.

There will be case studies and interactive content throughout the webinar series. There are three webinar in the series.

Learning objectives:

  • Ensure you will be equipped with relevant knowledge and skills.
  • Be able to recognise shortfalls when presented with wider social issues in employment and education, lack of funding and resources, lack of mainstream and specialist services, and accessibility concerns.
  • Empower clinicians to empower patients and their families.

Webinar Chair:

Dr Alexandra Lee, RCGP Midlands Faculty Education Lead

Webinar Speakers:

Dr Mehwish Sharif, GP, West Bromich

Dr Ayesha Mahmud, GP, Black country

Pricing:

AiT rate – £15

RCGP Member rate – £20

Non-Member rate – £30

The webinar is hosted by the RCGP Midland Faculty.

You can access the rest of the online series by clicking on the links below:

EWS | Special educational needs and learning disabilities. This webinar will provide an overview of conditions, terminology and legislation.

Wednesday 1 November 2023, 19:00 – 20:30

Register here

EWS | Special educational needs and learning disabilities. This webinar will provide an overview of early years and annual health checks.

Wednesday 15 November 2023, 19:00 – 20:30

Register here