Program Overview

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Introduction to the DIU Immunopathology Program

The DIU Immunopathology program is a comprehensive educational initiative designed to equip healthcare professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to tackle immunopathological challenges. This program is particularly relevant in today's medical landscape, given the emergence of chronic diseases and the advancements in immunotherapy.

Presentation of the Formation

The DIU Immunopathology formation is structured to provide a transversal approach to immunopathology, catering to the needs of various medical specialties. It aims to offer a detailed understanding of the physiological and pathological aspects of the immune system, enabling participants to manage patients effectively and utilize innovative therapies.

Objectives

• To understand how the immune system interacts with other bodily systems to maintain homeostasis.
• To identify the different phases of the immune response and the mechanisms of immune cell activation.
• To comprehend the methods and principles of immunological tools used for diagnosis and patient follow-up.
• To know the pathogenic mechanisms and management of autoimmune or inflammatory diseases specific to organs, systemic autoimmune diseases, auto-inflammatory pathologies, primary and secondary immune deficiencies, complement pathologies, and the mechanisms involved in hematopoietic stem cell and organ transplantation.
• To acquire the knowledge necessary for implementing immunotherapies in immunology.
• To understand the fundamental immunological principles of vaccination.

Admission Criteria

Pre-requisites

Required Formation

• For Initial Training: Students in the 3rd cycle (DES/DESC) of medical studies, dental surgery (long and short cycles), pharmaceutical studies, and foreign students in DFMS/DFMSA, all enrolled at the UT or in a French university. Also, includes chiefs of clinics, AHU assigned to the CHU of Toulouse, and those with the status of FFI assigned in a CHU in France.
• For Continuing Education: Doctors in Medicine, Dental Surgery, Pharmacy, and other healthcare professionals holding a French or European Union diploma, or a diploma from outside the European Union. Also includes PADHUE, technicians, and engineers in health technologies with at least a Master 2 degree or equivalent.

Candidature

Candidature Modalities

• Send the required documents by mail to Madame Gisčle Touzanne, including a letter of motivation, CV, diploma copies, and justificatory documents for access to the desired diploma.
• Calendar for depositing candidatures: from July 1st to September 20th.

Program Details

Tronc Commun

• Module 1: Fundamental Bases
• Module 2: General Immunopathology and Biological Explorations
• Module 3: Immunotherapy
• Module 4: Systemic Inflammatory Diseases

Choice Modules

• Module 5: Nephrology
• Module 6: Immuno-Pediatrics
• Module 7: Pneumology
• Module 8: Hematology
• Module 9: Dermatology
• Module 10: Neurology
• Module 11: Infectiology
• Module 12: Hepato-Gastroenterology/Endocrinology
• Module 13: Oncology

Teaching Team

A comprehensive list of professors and researchers from various French universities and research institutions.

Evaluation

First Session

• Written final exam (in person, possible in Toulouse or Paris)
• Oral final exam (distance learning)

Second Session (Under Conditions)

• Oral test
• Oral test

After the Program

Competences

Depend on the formation, professional cursus of the candidate, and chosen modules.

For Clinicians

• Ability to organize the management of autoimmune diseases, immune deficiencies, and complement pathology.
• Ability to propose a personalized therapeutic project adapted to the immune pathology.
• Ability to organize the care of a patient with an indication for cellular therapy.

For Biologists

• Ability to aid in prescribing, performing, interpreting, validating, and discussing immunological analyses specialized in autoimmunity, immune deficiencies, and organ transplants.
• Ability to analyze a clinical situation of immunopathology and propose relevant exams to clinicians.

Inscriptions

Cost of the Formation

• Continuing Education: University registration fees 178 + formation fees 1700 . A tariff reduction can be considered based on the applicant's status.
• Initial Training: University registration fees 300 (+ 34 if no other registration at UT3 + 105 CVEC if not already paid).

Modalities of Inscription

• Continuing Education: After a favorable opinion from the teacher responsible for the formation, the applicant will be contacted for administrative registration procedures.
• Initial Training: After validation of the pedagogical registration authorization, the applicant will be contacted for administrative registration procedures.