Please note: this webinar was recorded on the 9th of February 2022, and details were correct at the time of recording.
Speakers:
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Prof Patricia Ging,Transplant/Pulmonary Hypertension Pharmacist (Chief 2), Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Honorary Clinical Associate Professor, RCSI
Summary:
In this webinar "Transplant Patient Care-An update on medications, interactions & COVID-19," Prof Patricia Ging discusses various aspects of transplant patient care. She highlight’s the importance of pharmacists in managing medication errors and variances in transplant patients.
The webinar covers topics such as immunosuppressive regimens, medication interactions, adherence promotion, and the impact of COVID-19 on transplant. Prof Patricia Ging emphasises the need for proper medication management, warns about potential side effects and interactions, and discusses challenges faced by transplant patients after surgery. She also address the response to COVID-19 vaccines in transplant patients and the challenges of measuring antibody levels. Additionally, she discusses new treatments for COVID-19 and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in successful transplantation. The webinar concludes by emphasising the impact of organ transplants on patients' lives and the importance of communication and patient engagement in healthcare.