Introduction to Obstetrics
Master essential obstetric fundamentals with our Obstetrics course. Gain practical skills for pregnancy, labour, delivery & postnatal care.
Embark on your journey into maternal and child health with our comprehensive Introduction to Obstetrics course. This structured foundation in obstetrics is meticulously designed to equip aspiring and practicing healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge and practical skills required for effective pregnancy management, labour, delivery, and postnatal care. Whether you’re a medical student, junior doctor, or an allied health professional new to obstetric settings, this online obstetrics course provides the critical groundwork you need.
Course Curriculum: Key Areas of Obstetric Practice
Our beginner-friendly obstetrics course is divided into four concise, impactful modules that cover the core areas of obstetric practice. You will learn to:
- Obstetric History Taking: Master the art of gathering crucial patient information in pregnancy.
- Physical Examination in Pregnancy: Develop proficiency in performing thorough and appropriate physical assessments.
- Recognition of Obstetric Emergencies: Understand how to identify and respond to critical situations quickly and competently.
- Interpretation of Fetal Monitoring: Learn the basics of interpreting fetal heart rate patterns to assess fetal well-being.
This foundational obstetrics training emphasises practical application, preparing you for real-world clinical scenarios.
Build Clinical Confidence in Obstetric Care
While this introductory obstetrics course does not delve into advanced or sub-specialist topics in great detail, its purpose is to establish the critical groundwork for further training and significantly boost your clinical confidence in obstetric care. It provides the fundamental understanding necessary before progressing to more complex cases or specialised areas. This course is your ideal starting point for a successful career in managing maternal and fetal health effectively and competently.
What's included
- Relevant supplementary materials and external links will be provided throughout the course for deeper exploration.
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Dr Phinda Njisane – MBChB (UCT), MMSc (Harvard) | Co-founder
Phinda brings a Harvard education in medical education and a passion for simplifying complex medical topics. She leads course creation and ensures every module aligns with real-world clinical reasoning.
Dr Vela Njisane – MBChB (UCT), MMSc (Harvard) | Co-founder
Vela specialises in practical, case-based learning that prepares students for high-pressure clinical environments. Her focus is on clear, time-efficient learning that builds confidence in diagnosis and management.
Dr Demira Padayachee – MBChB (UCT), Dip HIV Man (SA) | Research Physician
Demira combines academic expertise with a learner-first approach. She oversees content accuracy and quality-checks each course to maintain the highest standards of evidence-based education.