Postgraduate Certificate in Telehealth for Sleep-related Movement Disorders
Published on June 28, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with Dr. Smith, an expert in sleep medicine and the lead instructor for the new Postgraduate Certificate in Telehealth for Sleep-related Movement Disorders. Dr. Smith, can you tell us a bit about this exciting new course? GUEST: Sure, this certificate is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the skills to diagnose and manage conditions like restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder remotely using telehealth technologies. HOST: That sounds fascinating! How does telehealth change the way you approach sleep medicine? GUEST: Telehealth has revolutionized sleep medicine by allowing us to reach patients who may not have easy access to specialists. It also enables us to use remote patient monitoring and virtual consultations, which can improve patient outcomes. HOST: I see. And what are some of the current industry trends that are relevant to this course? GUEST: There's a growing demand for telehealth services, especially in sleep medicine. As more people become comfortable with virtual care, there's a need for healthcare professionals who can provide high-quality care through these channels. HOST: That makes sense. Were there any challenges you faced when designing this course, or that you think students might face while learning this subject? GUEST: One challenge is ensuring that students learn how to analyze data effectively, which is crucial when providing remote care. But we've incorporated data analysis techniques into the course to help students overcome this. HOST: That's great to hear. Finally, where do you see the future of telehealth in sleep medicine going? GUEST: I believe telehealth will continue to play a significant role in sleep medicine. It opens up opportunities for improved patient care, especially for those living in remote areas. This course will help healthcare professionals seize these opportunities and make a real difference in their patients' lives. HOST: Dr. Smith, thank you so much for joining us today and sharing your insights on the Postgraduate Certificate in Telehealth for Sleep-related Movement Disorders. It's clear that this course will be invaluable for healthcare professionals looking to expand their practice and improve patient outcomes in the field of sleep medicine.