
Introduction to Managing the Menopause in Primary Care
Welcome to Managing the Menopause in Primary Care, a course designed to enhance your understanding and management of menopause and associated hormonal conditions within a primary care setting. This comprehensive program is written and presented by:
- Dr. Joanne Hobson, Clinical Lead Director of TMC UK, British Menopause Society (BMS) Specialist, Member of the Institute of Psychosexual Medicine, and National Association of Premenstrual Syndrome (NAPS).
- Dr. Wendy Knoops, Clinical Lead Director of TMC Scotland, British Menopause Society (BMS) Menopause Specialist, and Member of NAPS.
Together, Dr. Hobson and Dr. Knoops bring a wealth of knowledge and clinical expertise, ensuring that this course provides the highest standard of education and practical insights for primary care professionals.
Course Objectives
This course is specifically designed to improve your knowledge and competency in managing menopause and its associated hormonal conditions. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to menopause care, this program offers valuable information and practical strategies to enhance patient outcomes.
Course Structure
The course is divided into nine comprehensive modules, each focusing on a critical aspect of menopause care:
- Managing the Menopause
An overview of menopause and its stages. - Medical Treatments
Exploration of pharmacological options, including menopause hormone therapy (MHT) and non-hormonal treatments. - Unscheduled Bleeding on MHT
Understanding the causes, management strategies, and best practices for addressing unexpected bleeding in menopausal hormone therapy. - Complimentary and Alternative Therapies
Evaluating the efficacy and safety of non-traditional therapies and their role in holistic menopause care. - Hormones & Depression
Examining the interplay between hormonal changes and mental health, with strategies for managing depression during menopause. - Risks & Consequences
Identifying and mitigating the risks associated with menopause and its treatments, ensuring patient safety and well-being. - Bone Health
Strategies for preventing and managing osteoporosis and maintaining bone density in menopausal patients. - Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)
Addressing the symptoms and treatments of GSM to improve quality of life for affected women. - Associated Hormonal Conditions: PMS, PMDD, PCOS & Endometriosis
Comprehensive coverage of related hormonal disorders, their impact on menopause, and integrated management approaches.
Assessment and Certification
Each module concludes with an examination that must be successfully completed to progress to the next stage of the course. A minimum pass rate of 90% is required for each module to ensure mastery of the material. Upon successful completion of all modules and exams, participants will be awarded a certificate with CPD Hours accredited by the CPD Group.

To aid you with the assessment at the end of each module please use the following links, the answer are within the module and these resources.
https://themenopauseconsortium.com/menopause-resources/
https://www.womens-health-concern.org/help-and-advice/factsheets/
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng23/ifp/chapter/Menopause
Free Resources:
- PMDD https://streamyard.com/wh6cb25atfcv
- Endometriosis https://streamyard.com/c7gh3dgcpr3h
- Migraine https://streamyard.com/yka758ysbeky
