APLAR 12 Topics SLE Comprehensive Lupus Course

12 Topics Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Comprehensive Lupus Course
Learn through 12 pre-recorded lectures and deepen your understanding in 3 interactive Zoom sessions with our teaching faculty.

WHY THIS COURSE?

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a highly heterogeneous autoimmune disease requiring expert, multidisciplinary care. This APLAR short course provides a structured learning pathway covering 12 essential clinical topics, integrating pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and multidisciplinary coordination, delivered by leading international SLE experts. The course aims to enhance early diagnosis, improve patient care, and empower clinicians across the Asia-Pacific region with
evidence-based knowledge and practical strategies.

COURSE OBJECTIVES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES 

1. Understand SLE pathophysiology, epidemiology, and clinical heterogeneity.
2. Strengthen skills in early diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and use of SLE classification criteria.
3. Update clinicians on current evidence-based management of major organ manifestations.
4. Improve competence in multidisciplinary coordination for complex SLE presentations.
5. Enhance patient education and long-term care planning.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Young Rheumatologists
Medical Internists Managing SLE
Nephrologist, Dermatologist, Neurologist
Multidisciplinary Healthcare Professionals

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Attendance of all Zoom Sessions
Pre and Post-Course Quizzes (80% Pass Mark)
Completion of Assessments Prepared by the Course Faculty
Certificate issued upon full attendance and successful test completion.

COURSE FORMAT

Three live Zoom sessions (90 minutes each)
12 recorded lectures (30 minutes each), available 2 weeks before Zoom sessions
Case-based discussions, Q&A, interactive elements

Duration: 17 January – 18 April 2026Time: 16:00 – 17:30 (GMT +8)

To access the recorded lectures, register here: Link
Module 1 Recording: Here