2020 Heart Month Webinar: Women specific experience and care for congenital heart disease

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2020 Heart Month Webinar: Women specific experience and care for congenital heart disease

Recorded Tuesday, February 11, 2020

Presenters:
Valérie Hay
Person with lived experience

Lorna Swan, MB ChB, MD, FRCP (UK)
Staff Cardiologist, University Health Network

Shereli Soldevilla, MN-NP
Nurse Practitioner, Cardiovascular Surgery and Critical Care, University Health Network

Intended Audience
This webinar is intended for all health professionals caring for people with congenital heart disease across all settings and stages of care (e.g. acute, rehabilitation, community); system leaders and funders involved in planning and service delivery; researchers; trainees from across health-related disciplines; as well as people experiencing these conditions, their families and caregivers. It is also suitable for members of the public who are interested in this topic.

About this presentation
In support of heart month and congenital heart defects (CHD) awareness week, this one-hour presentation will highlight specific experience and care for women living with CHD. Through the story of lived experience and discussion with CHD experts, the webinar will highlight the specific experience and needs of women living with CHD from a lifelong journey perspective, particularly on transition from pediatrics to adult care, and psychosocial support.

Learning Objectives
Participants of this program will be able to:
1. Examine and explain specific care for women living with CHD, such as pregnancy related risks and surgery options.
2. Describe the experience and specific needs for women living with CHD from a lifelong journey perspective
3. Describe the integrated care approach to support physical and psychosocial needs for women with CHD
4. Discuss actions health professionals could take to provide better care for women with CHD

The following information was provided with permission of the speaker. The information is intended for use by healthcare professionals for reference and education only and is not intended to be a substitute for a physician's advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should consult your physician for personal health matters.

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