​​​Continuing Medical Education (CME) events are organised throughout the year to inculcate a culture of continuous learning amongst all medical staff within IMH. CME talks are also sometimes organised for GPs and specialists from other institutions. Visiting and HMDP Experts have also been engaged to give CME talks at IMH on some occasions.

Topics for CME talks are carefully selected to ensure relevance to today’s mental health issues and developments, allowing our staff to keep abreast of recent developments in mental healthcare.

Please click he​re to view the list of upcoming CME/CPE events from our Calendar of Events.​

Our VASE (Video Assisted Self learning) approach to mental health crystallises important basic concepts for the busy primary care doctors. A typical doctor-patient consultation in our clinic is portrayed and analysed. This VASE sharing on Depression uses effective on-screen words to focus our attention on the diagnostic DSM-5 criteria, the finer points on differentiation from Dementia in the elderly and the principles of management. Resource materials & check-lists are provided for easy reference. After learning, please self-submit for 1 Core FM CME point under category 3A with the SMC ID no. SMC20200629-1B-0008
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Depression or Dementia A frequent diagnostic challenge in a GP clinic
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VASE (Video Assisted Self) learning approach to “The Alarm of Early Psychosis” crystallises basic concepts for the busy primary care doctors. DSM-5 diagnostic criteria of Schizophrenia are highlighted in a typical doctor-patient consultation in the clinic. The important role of the General Practitioner in the management of Psychosis is emphasised. Psychosis Pharmacotherapy at a glance simplifies the complicated principles in anti-psychotics prescription. After learning, please self-submit for 1 Core FM CME point under category 3A with the SMC ID no. SMC20201013-1B-0001.

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Psychosis Part 1: The Alarm of Early Psychosis


Psychosis Part 2 : The insidious Onset of At-Risk Mental State (ARMS)
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​ADHD is one of the commonest neuro-developmental conditions in children and almost all GPs will encounter children with this condition in their clinic. The diagnosis of ADHD is made through a thorough clinical assessment. It is also important to exclude differential diagnoses and comorbid psychiatric or learning disorders. Evidence-based treatment include behavioural therapy and stimulant medication. In this video, the GP can learn about how to conduct an assessment for ADHD in a child and discuss treatment plans with their parents in their busy clinic. After learning, please self-submit for 1 Core FM CME point under category 3A with the SMC ID no. SMC20210125-1B-0014​​​​​.

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Other Video Resource:

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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