For our NIPC Series webinar Managing and Treating Atrial Fibrillation, Tuesday 24th October,19:00 – 20:30 an expert panel came together to share their experiences and insights on the key challenges faced with managing and treating people living with Atrial Fibrillation.
Our experts discussed a wide range of topics including the latest treatments, lifestyle modifications and management in a a primary care setting.
Full Agenda Includes;
Welcome and Introduction
Dr Jennifer Jones, Director of Training and Education, NIPC
Managing AFib for Stroke Prevention
Dr Ruairi Waters, Consultant in Geriatric and Stroke Medicine, Department of Geriatric, Medicine, Galway University Hospital
Lifestyle Risk Factors and How to Manage Them
Edel Mannion, Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner for Older Persons, Galway University Hospital
Improving Patient Pathways
Dr Yvonne Smyth, Consultant Cardiologist, Galway University Hospital
Management of Atrial Fibrillation in Primary Care
Dr Sarah McErlean, GP & Clinical Academic Fellow with UCD
Developments in Treatment
Dr Stephen Tuohy, Consultant Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist, Galway Clinic
Audience Q and A
Chair: Dr Stephen Tuohy, Consultant Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist, Galway Clinic
For more information about Atrial Fibrillation, its diagnosis, treatment options, the management of patients with AF, and professional education support, please visit the Get Smart About Afib website HERE.