Summary
In this two-day course, you gain a broad overview of key diseases and treatments related to the respiratory system, infectious diseases, the musculoskeletal system, neurology, and psychiatry.
You will learn about anatomy, physiology, disease mechanisms, and the relevant drug classes.
We combine theory with practical exercises and patient cases, so you gain a deeper understanding of how the body’s different organs and organ systems function independently and together, and how the related medicines work.
When you complete the diploma programme, you will be equipped to advise and communicate about pharmacology across different organ systems.
Keywords
- Lung diseases
- Infections and antibiotics
- Musculoskeletal system
- Neurology and psychiatry
- Pharmacology
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Course leader & lecturers
- Anne ByskovCourse leaderKlinisk informationsspecialist
Medicin.dk - Ditte VesterlevCourse leaderMD, Associate International Medical Director
Novo Nordisk A/S - Elif BayramLecturerLæge
Psykiatrisk Center København
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Is this course for you?
This course is designed for those who want a basic understanding of pharmacology and who would like to strengthen their knowledge when working with or advising healthcare professionals (HCPs) or health authorities on medicines.
Please note: This is a compulsory course within the Pharma Consultant Diploma.
What you will learn
- To describe the anatomical structure of the lungs, the musculoskeletal system, the immune system, and the nervous system.
- To explain the physiological functions of the lungs, the musculoskeletal system, the immune system, and the nervous system, their interaction within the body, and how these are affected by disease and pharmacological treatment.
- To understand selected common diseases of the lungs, infections, musculoskeletal disorders, and nervous system disorders, and their interrelationships.
- To explain the principles behind the most commonly used pharmacological treatments for common pulmonary diseases, infectious diseases (including antibiotics), musculoskeletal disorders (including analgesics), and psychiatric disorders, and to relate these to their underlying physiological mechanisms of action.
- To apply theoretical knowledge to clinical cases and reflect on the relationship between symptoms, pathophysiology, and treatment.
What your company will get
An employee who:
- Demonstrates a fundamental understanding of the structure and function of the pulmonary, immune, musculoskeletal, and nervous systems
- Can integrate theoretical knowledge into practice and apply it to clinical problem-solving
- Has insight into common diseases and their relationships
- Understands the principles underlying commonly used pharmacological treatments
- Can engage competently in dialogue with healthcare professionals and contribute to a high standard of interdisciplinary collaboration
Course calendar
Day 1
- Lung anatomy and physiology
- Lung diseases
- COPD and asthma
- Pneumonia
- Medicines
- Infectious diseases
- Urinary tract infections
- Sepsis
- Antibiotics
- Musculoskeletal system
- Bones, muscles, and joints
- Joint examinations
- Rheumatic diseases
- Osteoporosis
- Medical treatment
Day 2
- The nervous system
- Anatomy of the brain
- Anatomy and function of the nervous system
- Pain
- Medicines
- Psychiatry
- Affective disorders
- Antidepressants
- Psychotic disorders
- Antipsychotics
Registration
Registration deadline4 Nov 2026
Lersø Parkallé 101
2100 København Ø
13,900 DKK
Course information
Literature
Before the course, you get access to mandatory and optional readings via your personal Atrium login.
Prerequisites
You must have completed and passed the following exams:
- “Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology”* [indsæt link] no later than 12 months before
- “Basic pharmacology” no later than 8 months before [indsæt link til kurset]
*Or obtained merit approval to access the merit exam. Read more here [indsæt link til Merit Eksamen 1]
Examination
You must register separately for the Exam II [indsæt link]
Course leaders
Medicin.dk
Novo Nordisk A/S
Lecturer
Psykiatrisk Center København
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