Welcome to IDS 10: Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders

An online course brought to you by IEDNC Inc.

Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders, offered by IEDNC Inc., is an online-based course designed to educate about the various diseases and health issues affecting the human body’s digestive system. Highlighting aspects like etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, management, etc. through a series of modules and interlinking units, a thorough understanding of GI functioning in disorders of the digestive system can be achieved. Learn about many different gastrointestinal tract disorders, such as celiac disease, oral cancer, stomach dyspepsia, and more, along with the significance of nutrition in each. 

Course curriculum

  • 1

    GI Disorders Overview

    • Course Overview
  • 2

    Module 1: Introduction to Gastrointestinal Diseases

    • Unit 1.1: Introduction to GI System

    • Unit 1.2: Common Diet Therapies for GI Disorders

    • Unit 1.3: Introduction to Canadian Resources for GI Diseases
  • 3

    Module 2: Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

    • Unit 2.1: Diseases of Esophagus

    • Unit 2.2: Oral Cancer

    • Unit 2.3: Pathophysiology of Oral Cavity

    • Unit 2.4: Dysphagia

    • Unit 2.5: Stomach - Dyspepsia, Gastritis - H-pylori

    • Unit 2.6: Peptic Ulcer

    • Unit 2.7: Gastric Surgeries & Dumping Syndrome

    • Unit 2.8: Gastric Cancer
  • 4

    Module 3: Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders

    • Unit 3.1: Common Intestinal Problems

    • Unit 3.2: Malabsorption

    • Unit 3.3: Celiac Disease

    • Unit 3.4: Intestinal Bowel Disease

    • Unit 3.5: Inflammation Bowel Disease and Other Diseases

    • Unit 3.6: Gastrointestinal Surgeries
  • 5

    Final Assessment

    • Final Assessment
  • 6

    References

    • References

Instructor(s)

Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Manager

Sakshi Kapoor

Sakshi Kapoor has over 8 years of international and Canadian experience as a dietitian. She is well versed in chronic disease nutritional management and has worked in different clinical settings. She is passionate about educating clients/ patients regarding their therapeutic nutrition requirements and helping them in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Sakshi believes that dietitian is not just a profession but a responsibility for using her knowledge and skill to promote healthy eating. She is also a member of Canadian Society of Nutrition Management and Dietitians of Canada.