A collaborative platform for paperless relicensing
A collaborative platform for paperless relicensing
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of air pollution in India and its significant health impacts. It covers a range of pollutants, including particulate matter, VOCs, heavy metals, and ozone. The course explores the pathophysiological mechanisms, including oxidative stress, systemic inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction, that underlie conditions such as asthma, COPD, lung cancer, and cardiovascular disease. It emphasises the use of clinical tools, including air quality indices and personal exposure monitoring, to assess patient risk.
| Duration : 01:00:00 hours |
| Content provider : Accrecent |
| Date launched at CMEPEDIA : September 17, 2025 |
| Expiry date of course : Awaiting accreditation |
| Module size : 21.82MB |
| Price : ₹999 |
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Identify different types of air pollutants.
List the different sources of air pollution.
Describe how different air pollutants affect cardiovascular, neurological, and respiratory health.
Advice on reducing exposure to air pollution and managing respiratory health effectively
Design a comprehensive patient risk assessment protocol incorporating air quality indices, personal exposure monitoring, and clinical evaluation techniques to effectively identify and manage high-risk patients due to air pollution exposure.
Dr Ankush Sachdeva
MBBS, MD(med), FNIC, FIAE, MBA (HAHM)
Dr Ankush Sachdeva, with over 20 years of experience in internal medicine and non-invasive cardiology, specialises in all forms of echocardiography, stress testing, and vascular ultrasound. Based in New Delhi at the Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Dr. Sachdeva has extensive experience managing the health impacts of air pollution. His clinical practice frequently involves diagnosing and treating patients with cardiovascular conditions exacerbated by pollution, such as ischemic heart disease and hypertension.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Sachdeva has authored various research papers and textbook chapters. Some of his published work can be accessed here.
Mitigation: All relevant financial relationships have been reviewed and mitigated according to ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education.
Dr. O. Archana
MBBS, DTCD
Dr Archana Orsu is a pulmonologist specialising in tuberculosis and chest diseases, currently practising at Continental Hospitals, Gachibowli. With over five years of experience as a consultant pulmonologist, she has worked with multiple healthcare institutions.
Dr Archana completed her MBBS from Dr NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh, followed by a Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases (DTCD) from Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences.
Her clinical expertise spans a wide range of pulmonary conditions, including upper and lower respiratory tract infections, pleural effusion, pleurisy, pneumothorax, pyothorax, and miliary tuberculosis. She has extensive experience in the emergency management of respiratory disorders and the intensive care of critically ill patients with pulmonary conditions.
Mitigation: Not applicable
Sneha saraswath
Simple yet powerful.
Nisha Kumar
Must course for Indian doctors
Ritika Sharma
Very informative and practical; the link between pollution and cardiac disease was clearly explained.
Mariam Qureshi
Good course, especially the part on particulate matter and respiratory effects.
Pooja Rao
Engaging and short.
Ayesha Ali
Very thourough
Uzma Sheikh
Excellent initiative—thank you.
Pooja Banerjee
Excellent content—pathophysiology and preventive strategies well covered.
Ishita Sharma
Simple and well-structured; useful for community physicians.
Sneha Reddy
Helpful in understanding how air quality indices relate to patient counselling.
Hina Farooqui
Easy to understand, clear takeaways.
Ishita Banerjee
Simple language, practical examples.
Lydia Varghese
Excellent course
Meera Iyer
Valuable course for public health awareness.
Zainab Mirza
A must-do course for clinicians in India; concise and practical.
Sneha Rao
Will reccomend to my peers
Meera Rao
Good overview, though visuals could be improved.
Priya Rao
Clear and evidence-based, with good examples from Indian cities.
Kavya Iyer
Useful refresher for primary care. Liked the patient counselling examples.
Pooja Reddy
Covered both acute and chronic impacts very well.
Uzma Ansari
Concise and exam-friendly. The case scenarios were practical.
Nisha Samrat
Excellent explanation of oxidative stress mechanisms.
Sneha Iyer
Needed more interactive questions, otherwise very informative.
Ishita Iyer
Very relevant to Indian practice; AQI section was eye-opening.
Priya Banerjee
Great course for nurses and doctors alike.
Ishita Surendra
Crisp and clear.
Supriya Rao
Could have been shorter.
Kavya Tripathi
Covered pathophysiology and prevention well; neat and short.
Ananya Gupta
Consider making video lectures.
Kavya Reddy
Nicely connects air pollution with cardiovascular outcomes.
Ritika Nair
Practical tips on reducing exposure—helpful for patient advice.
Meera Banerjee
Informative course, great effort.
Sneha Sharma
Excellent initiative—relevant and scientifically sound.
Priya Gupta
Impressive coverage of both medical and policy perspectives.
Ananya Aaryan
Structured well, easy to follow after clinic hours.
Sneha Kumari
Very detailed; learned a lot about indoor pollutants.
Nisha Rao
Short, simple, and informative—perfect for busy professionals.
Sandeep Patel
Highly informative; clarified many misconceptions about AQI.
Suresh Ramu
Great course.
Amit Reddy
Good course for family physicians.
Mohammad Siddiqui
Practical examples and clear explanations.
Suresh Sharma
content quality excellent.
Sandeep Gupta
Easy to understand, clear takeaways.
Saad Mirza
Good practical overview.
Sandeep Iyer
Very helpful.
Yusuf Qureshi
Well-organised and fact-rich; excellent narration.
Vijay Banerjee
Practical examples and clear explanations.
Vijay Sharma
Great visuals and easy-to-understand data.
Suresh Chatterjee
Good course for family physicians.
Aamir Ahmad
Helped me understand air-pollution-related COPD better.
Amit Dhanker
Thorough and evidence-based, with good flow.
Ahmed Farooqui
Good integration of WHO and Indian standards.
Vijay Tripathi
Valuable course for public health awareness.
Joseph Fernandes
Very good—applicable even for non-pulmonologists.
Faisal Mirza
Insightful, concise, and directly relevant to clinical decisions.
Vijay Patel
Excellent summary of mechanisms and prevention.
Kunal Banerjee
Needed more visuals on pollutant sources, otherwise perfect.
Vijay Shankar
Clear, practical, and based on current evidence.
Suresh Rao
Useful for doctors; quizzes were helpful.
Varun Patel
Comprehensive and concise—liked the Indian data.
Suresh Reddy
Excellent initiative; will recommend to colleagues.
