Program Overview

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Introduction to the DIU Hypertension Artérielle, Risque Cardiovasculaire et Rénal Program

The DIU Hypertension Artérielle, Risque Cardiovasculaire et Rénal program is a university diploma offered under the aegis of the Société Française d'Hypertension Artérielle. This program aims to provide theoretical and practical training in the field of hypertension and associated pathologies, with the goal of improving the prevention and management of cardiovascular, renal, and neurological diseases.

Presentation of the Formation

The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and evaluate cardiovascular and renal risks, understand the physiopathology of hypertension, and develop strategies for prevention and treatment. The curriculum includes topics such as physiopathology, epidemiology, risk evaluation, therapeutic strategies, and diagnostic techniques.

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the following prerequisites:

• In initial training: Students in their third cycle (DES/DESC) of medical or pharmaceutical studies at the University of Toulouse or another French university, as well as chiefs of clinics and hospital assistants assigned to the CHU de Toulouse.
• In continuing education: Doctors of medicine holding a French or European Union diploma, doctors of medicine holding a diploma outside the European Union and registered with the French Medical Council, doctors of pharmacy holding a French or European Union diploma, and nurses in advanced practice (DE) holding a French or European Union diploma.

Program Details

The program consists of 4 sessions of 1.5 days each, from November to May, totaling 6 days plus the JHTA, and 77 hours of instruction. The teaching team includes renowned experts in the field of hypertension and cardiovascular diseases.

Équipe Pédagogique

The teaching team is composed of:

• AMAR Jacques PU-PH Chef de Service Hypertension artérielle et Thérapeutique - Université de Toulouse - Responsable national DIU HTA
• AMAR Laurence PH Centre de Soins, Recherche et Enseignement en Hypertension Artérielle - Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou - Référente DIU HTA Paris
• ANGOULVANT Denis PU-PH Service de Cardiologie - Hôpital Bretonneau UFR de Médecine Tours
• AZIZI Michel PU PH Centre de Soins, Recherche et Enseignement en Hypertension Artérielle - Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou - Référent DIU HTA Paris
• BARBET Christelle PU Service de Néphrologie - Hôpital Bretonneau Tours
• BARON Stéphanie PH Médecine nucléaire et TEP - Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou Paris
• BARONE-ROCHETTE Gilles PU-PH Service de Cardiologie - Université de Grenoble
• BLACHER Jacques PU-PH Centre diagnostic - Hôtel Dieu Paris - Université Paris-Descartes
• BOUTOUYRIE Pierre PU-PH Pharmacologie/Cardiologie - Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou Paris
• BROCHARD Karine PU-PH Cheffe de Service Néphrologie Médecine interne - Hôpital des Enfants
• CHAMONTIN Bernard Professeur Emérite PU-PH Service Hypertension artérielle et Thérapeutique Université de Toulouse
• CHIQUET Christophe PU-PH Service d'ophtalmologie - CHU Grenoble
• DE FREMINVILLE Jean-Baptiste PH Service de Néphrologie - Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou Paris
• DEFAYE Pascal PU-PH Unité de rythmologie et stimulation cardiaque - CHU Grenoble
• DETANTE Olivier PU-PH Service de Neurologie - Université de Grenoble
• DULY-BOUHANICK Béatrice PU-PH Service Hypertension artérielle et Thérapeutique - Université de Toulouse
• GAILLARD-GROLEAS Claire PH Service d'ophtalmologie - CHU Grenoble
• GIRERD Xavier PU-PH Unité de Prévention Cardio Vasculaire - Groupe Hospitalier Pitié-Salpêtrière - Université Paris Descartes
• HALIMI Jean-Michel PU-PH Service de Néphrologie Hôpital Bretonneau - Université de Tours
• LAURTHIOIR Aurélien PH Hypertension artérielle, affections rénales et cardiovasculaires - Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou Paris
• LEVY Bernard Professeur Emérite de Physiologie - Université Paris 7
• MOUNIER-VEHIER Claire PU–PH Hôpital Cardiologique CHRU Lille
• ORMEZZANO Olivier PU-PH Cardiologue Service de Médecine Interne et HTA CHU Albert Michalon - Université de Grenoble- Référent DIU HTA Grenoble
• PADILLAT Marc Médecin Service de Néphrologie, dialyse, transplantation rénale - CHU Grenoble
• PATHAL Atul PU-PH Service de Cardiologie - CH Princesse Grace de Monaco
• POSTEL-VINAY Nicolas PU Hypertension artérielle, affections rénales et cardiovasculaires - Hôpital Européen Georges Pompidou Paris - Référent DIU HTA Tours
• SAUTENET Bénédicte MCU-PH Thérapeutique-Néphrologie - UFR de Médecine Tours
• TAMISIER Renaud PU-PH Service de Cardiologie - Université de Grenoble

Lieu(x) des Enseignements

The program will be held in Toulouse, with sessions also taking place in Grenoble, Montpellier, Paris V, Poitiers, and Tours. The exact location of each session will be provided by the pedagogical secretariat.

Langue(s) d'Enseignement

The language of instruction is French.

Stage(s)

There are no internships or stages required for this program.

Domaine(s) de Compétence

The program focuses on the domain of health and care, specifically in the areas of hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and renal diseases.

Aménagement(s) des Études

The program offers accommodations for students with disabilities, as well as for student entrepreneurs, employed students, and high-level athletes.

Capacité d'Accueil

The program has a capacity of 10 students.

Rythme et Modalités d'Enseignement

The program is accessible in initial training, continuing education, and partially distance learning.

Présentation de la Formation

The program provides a comprehensive education in the field of hypertension and associated pathologies, covering topics such as physiopathology, epidemiology, risk evaluation, therapeutic strategies, and diagnostic techniques.

Connaissances

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Identify the different clinical and biological elements and situations that constitute cardiovascular and renal risks
• Evaluate a patient with hypertension or at risk of cardiovascular and renal disease
• Understand the physiopathology of hypertension and its effects on target organs
• Measure blood pressure and analyze the results
• Understand the principles of pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments for cardiovascular and renal risks
• Analyze a therapeutic trial in the field of hypertension
• Treat and monitor a patient with hypertension

Évaluation

The program includes continuous assessment, written exams, and oral exams.

Et Après ?

Upon completion of the program, students will have acquired the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the field of hypertension and cardiovascular diseases, and will be able to pursue careers in research, clinical practice, or public health.

Inscriptions

The cost of the program is as follows:

• Registration fees for continuing education: 178 € (university registration fees) + 1000 € (program fees)
• Registration fees for initial training: 300 € (university registration fees) + 34 € (if not already registered at the University of Toulouse) + 105 € (CVEC if not already paid)

Modalités d'Inscription

To register for the program, students must follow these steps:

1. Submit a application, which will be reviewed by the program director
2. If the application is accepted, the student will be contacted by the program administrator to complete the registration process
3. The student must register administratively before the start of the program