Dr Sandra Ganly

Dr Sandra Ganly

Chief Executive Officer

“At NIPC, we believe that heart health should be within everyone’s reach.  Every day, we are driven by the urgency to prevent heart disease at every stage of life. We are dedicated to shaping a new era of prevention, in Ireland and beyond, where everyone can live longer, healthier lives free from the burden of heart disease.

Everything we do is focused on impact. Through Research, we generate knowledge that changes practice and shapes policy. Through Education, we equip health professionals and communities with the skills to make prevention real. Through Innovation, we bring the latest science and technology to patients in ways that truly improve care. And through Implementation Science, we make sure that proven solutions reach people everywhere, not just in theory but in practice.

By working across these four pillars, NIPC is more than a medical research and education institute, we are a driver of change. Together with our partners, we are building a future where prevention is the foundation of healthcare, and where every life saved from heart disease is a reminder of what’s possible when science, education, and innovation come together with purpose.

The strength of NIPC lies in our ability to unite these four pillars into one mission: to transform cardiovascular prevention and health promotion nationally and globally. With the commitment of our partners, the passion of our team, and the urgency of our cause, we are ready to deliver lasting impact for patients, families, and society.

The journey ahead is ambitious, but the impact is clear: healthier hearts, healthier lives, and a healthier Ireland — leading by example on the global stage. Together, we can lead Ireland and contribute globally, to a future where preventable heart disease is no longer a leading cause of death, but a challenge we have overcome.”

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NIPC's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Impact Metrics

Research

Objective: Generate world-class evidence to shape the future of cardiovascular disease prevention and cardiovascular health promotion.

  • KPIs:
    • Number of peer-reviewed publications annually
    • Number of high-impact collaborations (national and international)
    • Research funding secured
    • Participation in/leadership of global registries
    • Number of policy briefs/white papers published
  • Impact Metrics:
    • Citations of NIPC research in clinical guidelines or policy documents.
    • Demonstrable influence on changes in clinical practice standards.
    • Evidence of reduced population-level CVD risk factors through intervention studies.
Education

Objective: Equip health professionals and communities with the knowledge and skills to prevent CVD.

  • KPIs:
    • Number of healthcare professionals trained annually
    • Number of accredited postgraduate programmes delivered
    • Number of CPD hours awarded
    • Growth in digital/online learning uptake
    • Learner satisfaction and competency improvement (survey-based)
  • Impact Metrics:
    • Demonstrable increase in preventive cardiology capacity across Ireland
    • Improved patient outcomes linked to trained professionals (e.g., better risk factor control)
Implementation Science

Objective: Ensure proven strategies are effectively embedded in real-world practice and policy.

  • KPIs:
    • Number of implementation frameworks developed and tested.
    • Number of health services or communities adopting NIPC-led interventions.
    • Number of cross-sector policy engagements (government, HSE, NGOs).
    • Evaluation studies completed annually.
  • Impact Metrics:
    • Scale-up of evidence-based interventions
    • Reduction in health inequalities
    • Demonstrable improvements in national CVD indicators
    • Inclusion of NIPC evidence in national or EU-level cardiovascular health plans.
Innovation

Objective: Translate cutting-edge science and technology into practical solutions for CVD prevention.

  • KPIs:
    • Number of new pilot programmes or clinical innovations launched annually
    • Number of digital tools or technologies validated/tested
    • Number of industry and healthcare system partnerships
    • Total patients enrolled in innovation projects
  • Impact Metrics:
    • Demonstrated improvement in patient adherence to prevention strategies
    • Reduction in hospital readmissions or recurrent cardiac events in pilot groups
    • Evidence of cost-effectiveness of new care models
NIPC Fellowship

The NIPC Fellowship Programme is in honour of individuals who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to the Institute and who have made highly significant contributions to the field of preventive cardiology, either by virtue of their clinical leadership or track record in education, research and/or public policy development.

NIPC Fellows to date       Fellowship Programme

 

Honorary Fellows include

Prof John G Harold
Prof John G Harold
Prof Kenneth McDonald
Prof Kenneth McDonald
Prof fidelma-dunne-
Prof Fidelma Dunne
Dr Michael Vallis
Dr Michael Vallis
Dr Joe Gallagher
Dr Joe Gallagher
Norma Caples
Norma Caples

Strategic Reports and Position Papers

Advancing a prevention agenda for cardiovascular care in Ireland.