PALLIATIVE CARE: ISSUES, CHALLENGES & MANAGEMENT
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WHAT: PALLIATIVE CARE: ISSUES, CHALLENGES AND MANAGEMENT masterclass seminar
WHEN: January 29, 2024
9:00 am – 3:00 pm (with lunch break at 12 nn - 1:00 pm)
WHERE: Rm. 405 Topaz Building 99 Kamias Road, Quezon CityThe heart of palliative care lies in providing compassionate support, managing symptoms, and enhancing the quality of life for individuals facing serious illnesses, acknowledging their unique needs, values, and preferences. Effective communication, holistic care, and collaboration among healthcare professionals are crucial in ensuring dignified and person centered end of life experiences.
Seminar Fee: P1,500.00 only
Inclusions : Handout, certificate, AM and PM snack, lunch
DR. DEANA SANTOS-RINGOR, MD
- A graduate of medicine from De La Salle University and had fellowship training in geriatrics at St. Luke’s Medical Center.
- A member of several organizations like the Philippine Medical Association, (PSGG) Philippine Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology and (ADAP) Alzheimer’s Disease Association of the Philippines.
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Currently affiliated with St. Luke’s Medical Center and Manila Doctors Hospital.
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Her genuine love for the elderly has made her sought after by various organizations to give talks on the needs and concerns of the elderly.
Course Outline:
- Definition of Palliative Care
- Models of Palliative Care
- Ethical issues in Palliative Care
- Communication skills in Palliative care
- Symptom Assessment and Management
- Psychosocial Aspects of Palliative care
- End of Life Care Planning
Recommended for:
Caregivers / Staff in Senior Care Settings / Social Workers / Anyone working with seniors / Families with seniors
Outline
- Definition of Palliative Care
- Models of Palliative Care
- Ethical issues in Palliative Care
- Communication skills in Palliative care
- Symptom Assessment and Management
- Psychosocial Aspects of Palliative care
- End of Life Care Planning
Speaker/s
Geriatrician, Internist
- A graduate of medicine from De La Salle University and had fellowship training in geriatrics at St. Luke’s Medical Center.
- A member of several organizations like the Philippine Medical Association, (PSGG) Philippine Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology and (ADAP) Alzheimer’s Disease Association of the Philippines.
-
Currently affiliated with St. Luke’s Medical Center and Manila Doctors Hospital.
-
Her genuine love for the elderly has made her sought after by various organizations to give talks on the needs and concerns of the elderly.
Schedules
| Mon | 09:00 AM — 03:00 PM |
| Mon | 09:00 AM — 03:00 PM |
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