Epworth GP education SLEEP webinar, ‘Sleep essentials for GPs: Snoring to Narcolepsy & CBT-I’.

We’re delighted to invite General Practitioners and health practitioners to the upcoming Epworth GP education SLEEP webinar, ‘Sleep essentials for GPs: Snoring to Narcolepsy & CBT-I’.

Topics and Presenters

TOPIC 1

From Snoring to Narcolepsy: A GP Approach to Sleep Disorders Presented by Dr Sameer Karnam, Respiratory & Sleep Physician

This presentation will provide the GP with basic understanding of common sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), restless legs syndrome (RLS), narcolepsy and insomnia.

Discussion will include clinical symptoms of each of the condition, questionnaires used to assist with identifying appropriate patients for testing, investigations used to make diagnosis and management.

Learning outcomes:

• Identify patients with sleep disorders
• Outline clinical history-taking and/or questionnaire to aid diagnosis
• Outline appropriate investigations and when to refer to a sleep physician

TOPIC 2

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) at Epworth Presented by Dr Harvey Jones, Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist

This presentation provides key insights into assessing sleep without data, highlights the importance of sleep efficiency and regularity, and outlines Epworth’s approach to treating insomnia. Referral pathways are covered, alongside case examples demonstrating the path from general practice to specialised care.

Learning outcomes:

• List key features for assessing insomnia in a brief consultation.
• Describe the referral pathway from GP to insomnia rehabilitation at Epworth.

CPD accredited 1.5hrs Educational Activities