Medtronic Cardiac and Vascular ’s Post

Shared decision-making plays an integral role in improving peoples’ experience of care and their quality of life. However, despite recommendations in several valvular heart disease clinical guidelines across the globe, too often, people living with heart valve disease are still not being optimally involved in conversations about their treatment options and preferences. Our global roadmap is designed to support patient organisations and advocates who wish to implement shared decision-making for people facing heart valve disease treatment options. Learn more - https://lnkd.in/d9iSYrrw #HeartSDM #HeartValveDisease #SharedDecisionMaking

Live from #PCRLV: "The roadmap will be a very useful tool to bridge the gap between the patient and the clinician," - Wil Woan, Heart Valve Voice. Read our new roadmap to the successful implementation of shared decision-making in #heartvalve disease now - https://bit.ly/3ucBcwB

Learn more about our fourth local call to action from our shared decision-making in heart valve disease roadmap ➡ Seek to include a distinct step(s) within local HVD patient care pathways where the individual’s preferences, values and priorities can be understood and captured. Actions and steps taken now at both global and local levels will pave the way towards global implementation of shared decision-making in #heartvalve disease. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d9iSYrrw #HeartSDM

Consistency is often the battle in healthcare: great care pathways can guide everyday services to excellence, but can also give a clear expectation to patients on what they can expect and when. And hence Call to Action #4 in the recent Global Heart Hub roadmap for #shareddecisionmaking! ✅

Actions and steps taken now at both global and local levels will pave the way towards global implementation of shared decision-making in #heartvalve disease. In consultation with 19 multidisciplinary experts, we identified five key areas for global action and six local calls to action. Learn more about local call to action 1: Develop comprehensive and accessible local-level patient information materials on shared decision-making in HVD - https://lnkd.in/d9iSYrrw #HeartSDM

Help make NOISE for #spasticparaplegia. A rare disease group needs every member to help grow awareness. The 2024 SPF #HSPandPLS Annual Conference brings together patients, physicians, and researchers to really see YOU! Come share your story with others June 21-23, 2024! #hspandpls #spasticparaplegiafoundation #awarenesshspandpls #releasecures #curehspandpls #disabilityawareness #patientadvocate #patienteducation #findacure

Dealing with sickle cell disease can be challenging, but living a rich and fulfilling life is entirely possible with the right approach. We're put together a guide with six essential tips to help anyone with SCD boost their well-being and everyday life. These tips include everything from staying well-hydrated to keeping up with regular healthcare appointments. Check out our blog to see how these strategies can change the way you manage SCD and lead to a better quality of life. Read Blog: bit.ly/4bIAmso #sicklecelldisease #scd #sicklecellawareness #bloodhealth #sanguina

In #PrimaryBiliaryCholangitis (PBC), the body attacks and destroys the liver's small bile ducts, potentially leading to liver failure.     At last week’s #EASLCongress, liver experts emphasized the importance of proactive, personalized care and shared decision-making during consultations.    Hear from Wendy who lives with PBC on the importance of being involved in the patient care plan, and understanding disease progression and how this is measured: https://lnkd.in/eZfy2--D   #PatientCare #CholestaticLiverDisease 

Is your patient nervous about their upcoming ABI exam? Our recent blog post outlines the various stages of the examination process, providing a brief summary of what to expect. This valuable information can help your patient feel more relaxed and self-assured during the procedure. Click here to discover more about the ABI exam, Peripheral Artery Disease, and vascular health: https://bit.ly/3rX98MS Empower your patient with knowledge and help them feel more comfortable during their exam. #ABIexam #PeripheralArteryDisease #VascularHealth

📢 Attention Physicians! 📢 Newman Medical is here to support you in raising awareness about Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) among your patients. Explore our Patient Care resource page, where we provide complimentary PAD Awareness materials and a screening questionnaire for your patients—available in a printable version or a convenient online form. Why is early detection crucial? Timely Intervention: Detecting PAD early allows for prompt medical action, preventing complications and enhancing quality of life. Risk Reduction: Educated patients recognize symptoms and seek help sooner, reducing the risk of severe consequences. Lifestyle Improvement: Knowledge empowers patients to make positive lifestyle changes, such as exercise and smoking cessation. Let’s prioritize vascular health together! Visit https://bit.ly/3I6FWYi to access these valuable resources today! #PADawareness #PatientCare #PeripheralArteryDisease #EarlyDetectionMatters #SaveLivesAndLimbs