New Technologies in the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Cardiovascular Risk

Course Information
TitleΝεότερες Τεχνολογίες στη διάγνωση και παρακολούθηση του καρδιαγγειακού κινδύνου / New Technologies in the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Cardiovascular Risk
CodeΠΜΣΚΑΡΔΙΟΒ004
FacultyHealth Sciences
SchoolMedicine
Cycle / Level2nd / Postgraduate
Teaching PeriodWinter/Spring
CoordinatorChristina-Maria Trakatelli
CommonNo
StatusActive
Course ID600022377

Programme of Study: PMS- Kardiangeiakī Nósos (2022 - sīmera)

Registered students: 0
OrientationAttendance TypeSemesterYearECTS
KORMOSCore Courses216

Class Information
Academic Year2024 – 2025
Class PeriodWinter
Faculty Instructors
Instructors from Other Categories
Weekly Hours3
Total Hours39
Class ID
600267954
Course Type 2021
Specialization / Direction
Course Type 2016-2020
  • Scientific Area
Mode of Delivery
  • Distance learning
Language of Instruction
  • English (Instruction, Examination)
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, participants will be able to understand the most recent technologies applicable to patients with cardiovascular risk factors. Specifically: Understanding Advanced Technologies: Familiarization with the latest technological advancements relevant to cardiovascular care. Understanding how these technologies can be utilized for the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of cardiovascular risk factors. Clinical Application of Technology: Discussion on how recent technologies can be effectively integrated into clinical practice. Analysis of case studies demonstrating the application of technology to enhance the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular risk factors. Clinical Research and Education: Understanding the role of technology in clinical research and education. Evaluation of how recent developments can enhance the training of medical personnel. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Understanding the importance of collaboration between different specialties, such as medical personnel and technology experts. Encouraging interdisciplinary approaches for the comprehensive management of cardiovascular risk factors. Through this training, participants will gain the ability to effectively leverage the latest technologies to improve the monitoring and management of cardiovascular risk factors.
General Competences
  • Apply knowledge in practice
  • Retrieve, analyse and synthesise data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
  • Adapt to new situations
  • Work in an interdisciplinary team
Course Content (Syllabus)
The objective of this course is to provide participants with knowledge about the latest technologies applicable to patients with cardiovascular risk factors. This knowledge is designed to benefit participants not only in their clinical practice but also in research endeavors. Given the increasing relevance of technology in the healthcare field, understanding and utilizing these devices are of paramount importance. Key aspects of the course may include: Overview of New Technologies: Exploring and understanding the latest technologies relevant to cardiovascular care. Covering advancements in diagnostic tools, monitoring devices, and treatment modalities. Clinical Application: Discussing how these technologies can be effectively integrated into clinical practice. Providing insights into optimizing patient care through technological interventions. Research Implications: Highlighting the role of technology in advancing cardiovascular research. Exploring how these innovations can contribute to data collection, analysis, and the development of new treatment strategies. Practical Training: Hands-on training or practical demonstrations of using specific devices. Enhancing participants' skills in utilizing technology for cardiovascular risk assessment and management. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Emphasizing the importance of collaboration between healthcare professionals and technology experts. Facilitating interdisciplinary approaches for comprehensive cardiovascular care. Ethical Considerations: Addressing ethical considerations and patient privacy concerns related to the use of new technologies. Ensuring that participants are aware of the ethical guidelines when incorporating technology into patient care. By the end of the course, participants should be well-versed in the latest technologies relevant to cardiovascular care, enabling them to apply this knowledge in clinical settings and contribute to advancements in research within the field.
Educational Material Types
  • Notes
  • Slide presentations
  • Video lectures
Use of Information and Communication Technologies
Use of ICT
  • Use of ICT in Course Teaching
  • Use of ICT in Laboratory Teaching
  • Use of ICT in Communication with Students
  • Use of ICT in Student Assessment
Course Organization
ActivitiesWorkloadECTSIndividualTeamworkErasmus
Lectures391.6
Reading Assigment411.6
Field trips and participation in conferences / seminars / activities100.4
Written assigments602.4
Total1506
Student Assessment
Student Assessment methods
  • Written Exam with Multiple Choice Questions (Formative, Summative)
  • Written Assignment (Formative, Summative)
  • Performance / Staging (Formative, Summative)
Last Update
07-03-2025