The last 50 years has produced a proliferation of innovations in healthcare aimed at enhancing quality of life, diagnostic and treatment options, as well as improving efficiency and cost effectiveness of the healthcare system. The rapid emergence of advanced skin care technologies has propelled dermatology and wound management into the high-tech end of the medical technology market which is not always supported by a robust evidence base. This module provides an overview of the adoption of innovative drugs, devices, diagnostics and services for patients with compromised skin integrity and is intended for those who would benefit from a better understanding of the process of healthcare innovation from a clinical perspective.
Who Should Attend?
This module is compulsory for the MSc Skin Integrity and Wound Management but is an optional mdoule for students on the MSc Skin Lesion Management. It will be of interest to GPs, FY1-2/ GP ST 1- 3’s, Specialist Nurses, Podiatrists, Pharmacists, and Clinical Advisors in Industry with an interest in wound care and skin conditions.
Content
Students will study a selection of topics such as:
• Global skin care trends in the 'medical marketplace'
• Commercial development/design of new medical technology products and services
• Adoption of innovative drugs, devices and diagnostics
• Cost effectiveness, affordability and value for money
• Strategies to support healthcare innovation: business plan writing, consultancy and enterprise.
• Health practitioners as Key Opinion Leaders Patients as active consumers of healthcare.
Students have the opportunity (optional) to attend the Wounds UK Conference in Yorkshire at the Harrogate Conference Centre (Nov 11th-13th, 2024) at a reduced conference price to participate in the scientific programme supplemented by activities related to development of skin care technologies. This is a good opportunity to network with skin care clinicians and update knowledge of the latest diagnostics & treatments. This recommended additional activity will enhance learning but is not compulsory to meet the module outcomes.
£1730.00
The price quoted above is per 30 credits and relates to students assessed as UK/home self-funded for fee purposes. Fees status will normally stay with the student for the remainder of their course. Here you can find further details along with, costs and when your fees need to be paid. You may be able to obtain a Post Graduate student loan, for which you must sign up for the whole MSc programme and not just individual modules or a Post Graduate Diploma, further details can be found at Gov.uk Master’s Loan