Public and population health

ICIC20 – Working with Vulnerable Populations – Session 2

By Miriam Galvin / January 29, 2021
Session 6F - Working with Vulnerable Populations – Session 2 chaired by Edelweiss Aldasoro Presentations and Speakers: Impact of a local health and hospital service placing a Community Link Worker in a high need social housing area of inner Sydney, Australia Ms Lisa Parcsi and Margo Barr Impact of IPCHS on health care costs in… Read More

WEBINAR: Integrated Care Matters Series 4 – Place based approaches – What can we learn from innovation in small islands?

By Admin / February 19, 2020

Access webinar materials at https://integratedcarefoundation.org/events/ific-scotland-integrated-care-matters-webinar-series-4#1583755604360-79b1ce8b-6b00

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WEBINAR: IFIC Ireland – Advancing Integrated Care – Session 6 – Innovative Approaches to Delivering Integrated Care

By Admin / December 10, 2019

In the last of our series we will look at population health management and Dr Oliver Gröne, Vice Chairman of the Board at OptiMedis AG will present the systems and processes required to achieve the greatest improvements in health and care based on hi

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WEBINAR: IFIC Australia Webinar Series 2019 – From volume to value: Transforming the public oral health system and improving i

By Admin / September 4, 2019

The health system is a complicated matrix of service providers, funding bodies and governance structures. Our population is growing and living longer, technology is advancing and consumer expectations are rising. In this challenging environment, more

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Development and testing of a primary health and social care integrated team model in the comunity

By Admin / August 8, 2019

Development and testing of a primary health and social care integrated team model in the comunity
Bob Brown, Western Health and Social Care Trust, GB
Anne Kilgallen, Western Health and Social Care Trust, GB
Ciaran Mullan, Western Health and Social C

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Practice Abstract on the Application of Integrated Care

By Admin / August 8, 2019

Practice Abstract on the Application of Integrated Care
Mark Lee, Department of Health Northern Ireland, GB
Abstract
Given pressures of an ageing population, rising expectations and ever-developing technology a new approach to General Practice is ne

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POSTER ABSTRACTS: The challenges of delivering universal and integrated care – evidence to inform policy implementatio

By Admin / August 8, 2019

The challenges of delivering universal and integrated care – evidence to inform policy implementation in Ireland and internationally
Sarah Barry, Centre for Health Policy and Management, TCD, IE
Maebh NiFhalluin1, Centre for Health Policy and Manage

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Building infrastructure for digital health using Open innovation 2.0 in co design of a meta data reg

By Admin / August 8, 2019

Building infrastructure for digital health using Open innovation 2.0 in co design of a meta data registry framework to support integrated care
Pamela Hussey, Dublin City University (DCU), IE
Martin Tully, Health Service Executive, IE
Sharon Farrell,

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WEBINAR: Care during and beyond the COVID-19 Crisis: Building integrated care as the cornerstone of our new reality – Digital Solutions: Adoption, Adaptation and their role in post Covid-19 health a

By Admin / June 18, 2019

As each integrated care building block is reliant on information, digital solutions could be seen as the cement that holds the blocks together. Albeit, the arguments for greater use and investment have become increasingly compelling, the rate of adop

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: National Clinical Programme for Older People: National Frailty Education Programme “Fundamentals of

By Admin / October 23, 2018

National Clinical Programme for Older People: National Frailty Education Programme “Fundamentals of Frailty”
Deirdre Lang, Health Service Executive; Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, IE
Carmel Hoey, Health Service Executive, IE
Diarmuid O’Shea

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Back to basics: Building a health service grounded on what people want

By Admin / October 23, 2018

Back to basics: Building a health service grounded on what people want
Amanda Phelan, University College Dublin, IE
Daniela Rohde, University College Dublin, IE
Mary Casey, University College Dublin, IE
Gerard Fealy, University College Dublin, IE
Pa

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Identifying barriers to Implementation of New Care Models, a Multi-Stakeholder Engagement Study

By Admin / October 23, 2018

Identifying barriers to Implementation of New Care Models, a Multi-Stakeholder Engagement Study
Aine Carroll, Health Service Executive, IE
Valerie Twomey, National Rehabilitation Hospital, IE
Barry White, Saint James’ Hospital, IE
Abstract
Introduct

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Your Voice Matters, a pilot qualitative study of integrated care in Ireland

By Admin / October 23, 2018

Your Voice Matters, a pilot qualitative study of integrated care in Ireland
Aine Carroll, Health Services Executive, IE
Clare Hudson, Health Services Executive, IE
Grace Turner, Health Services Executive, IE
Des Mulligan, Health Services Executive,

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POSTER ABSTRACTS: Avoidable emergency admissions for ambulatory care sensitive conditions in the Republic of Ireland:

By Admin / October 23, 2018

Avoidable emergency admissions for ambulatory care sensitive conditions in the Republic of Ireland: analysis of regional determinants
Brenda Marie Lynch, University College Cork, IE
Tony Fitzgerald, University College Cork, IE
Paul Corcoran, Univers

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Patient Engagement in the development of a National Electronic Health Record

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Patient Engagement in the development of a National Electronic Health Record
Authors: Gaye Stephens , Derick Mitchell
Abstract
The characteristics of health information and its flow throughout health and social care delivery and research is integral

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Ensuring the Best Start in life through integration

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Ensuring the Best Start in life through integration
Authors: Phil Jennings , Caroline Mason Mohan, Carmel Jennings
Abstract
Using integration to strengthen the National Healthy Childhood Programme

Introduction: The HSE Healthy Ireland in the Health

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Integrated Care Policy in Ireland: A Comparative Review

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Integrated Care Policy in Ireland: A Comparative Review
Authors: Lola Odewumi , Vivienne Byers
Abstract
Introduction: Literature reveals that integrated care is perceived to be the answer to the many issues faced by health systems in in the OECD. Res

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Whole health system change in Ireland: Analysis of the challenges of implementation

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Whole health system change in Ireland: Analysis of the challenges of implementation
Authors: Áine Carroll , Barry White, Valerie Twomey
Abstract
Across the world, healthcare service delivery seeks to control costs and improve quality of services for

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Knowledge and attitudes of frontline practitioners on Government policy to reduce alcohol consumption in Ireland

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Knowledge and attitudes of frontline practitioners on Government policy to reduce alcohol consumption in Ireland
Authors: Rose McCaul , Joe Barry
Abstract
Introduction: Alcohol consumption in Ireland is rated fifth highest in OECD countries. Measure

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POSTER ABSTRACTS: IT innovation to improve participation in cervical screening with CervicalCheck, the National Cervical Screening Programme

By Admin / October 17, 2017

IT innovation to improve participation in cervical screening with CervicalCheck, the National Cervical Screening Programme
Authors: Helen Byrne , Patricia Fitzpatrick, Therese Mooney, Grainne Flannelly
Abstract
Introduction: CervicalCheck – The Natio

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Developing a National Training Programme for Health Behaviour Change for health professionals in the Irish Health Service

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Developing a National Training Programme for Health Behaviour Change for health professionals in the Irish Health Service
Authors: Mairead Patricia Gleeson , Maria O’Brien, Aileen Scott, Orlaith O’Reilly
Abstract
Introduction: (comprising context an

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Developing cultures of person-centredness

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Developing cultures of person-centredness
Authors: Lorna Patricia Peelo-Kilroe , Margaret Codd, Brendan McCormack, Debbie Baldie
Abstract
Introduction: (comprising context and problem statement) A national two year practice development programme too

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POSTER ABSTRACTS: Electronic documentation for Health and Social Care Professionals: The staff perspective

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Electronic documentation for Health and Social Care Professionals: The staff perspective
Authors: Marie L Byrne , Deirdre Gilchriest, Joanne Dowds, Aine Higgins, Fiona Dunlevy, Neans Ni Rathaille, Patricia Reilly
Abstract
Introduction & Practice Chan

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Sepsis Awareness – An Irish Survey

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Sepsis Awareness – An Irish Survey
Authors: Yvonne Margaret Young , Vida Hamilton, Mary Bedding, Sinead Horgan, Christina Doyle, Karn Cliffe, Celine Conroy, Ronan O’Cathasaigh
Abstract
Introduction: Sepsis is a time dependent medical emergency that r

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: The HSE Breastfeeding Action Plan 2016 – 2021

By Admin / October 17, 2017

The HSE Breastfeeding Action Plan 2016 – 2021
Authors: Melissa Canny , Siobhan Hourigan
Abstract
Introduction: Breastfeeding is the biologically normal feeding method for infants and young children and ensures optimum growth and development. The Worl

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Information When and Where Needed for Safe and Effective Integrated Care

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Information When and Where Needed for Safe and Effective Integrated Care
Authors: Mary Fitzsimons , Kevin Power, Maire White, Gianpiero Cavalleri, Brendan Dunleavey, Norman Delanty, Colin Doherty, Mark McCormack, Richard Corbridge
Abstract
Introducti

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Developing an Implementation Plan for the Health Behaviour Change Framework – Making Every Contact Count

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Developing an Implementation Plan for the Health Behaviour Change Framework – Making Every Contact Count
Authors: Aileen Mary Scott , Maria O’Brien, Mairead Gleeson, Orlaith O’Reilly
Abstract
Introduction: Ireland, in common with other developed coun

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Assessing National Practice and Preparedness for Integrated Care Delivery Ireland

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Assessing National Practice and Preparedness for Integrated Care Delivery Ireland
Authors: Debbie Isobel Keeling , Michael Rigby, Áine Carroll
Abstract
Introduction/Theory/Methods: We assess current attitudes, practice and preparedness for Integrated

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Advanced Practice Physiotherapy Progressing Integrated Care of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Ireland: a National Evaluation

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Advanced Practice Physiotherapy Progressing Integrated Care of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Ireland: a National Evaluation
Authors: Orna Fennelly , Catherine Blake, Oliver Fitzgerald, Roisin Breen, Jennifer Ashton, Aisling Brennan, Caitriona Cunningh

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Integrating Care On A Cross-Border Basis: Priorities Of Key Actors In The Irish Context

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Integrating Care On A Cross-Border Basis: Priorities Of Key Actors In The Irish Context
Authors: Seán Joseph Murphy, Mandy Lee, Sara Burke
Abstract
Introduction: This study explores the priorities and considerations of key actors responsible for deve

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: From local organisational harmonisation to Global change leader: a story of operational success

By Admin / October 17, 2017

From local organisational harmonisation to Global change leader: a story of operational success
Authors: Michelle Kearns , Dorcas Collier, Margaret Curran, Phonsie McCarron
Abstract
Introduction: (comprising context and problem statement) Like many c

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: The Patient Narrative Project – Phase One

By Admin / October 17, 2017

The Patient Narrative Project – Phase One
Authors: Derick Mitchell , Clare Hudson, Tomas Carroll, Ava Battles, John Church, Anne Lawlor, Jason Last, Clare Duffy, Anne McFarlane, Claire Kinneavy, Catherine Darker, Gaye Stephens
Abstract
In 2012 the Ir

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Integrated Care Partnerships Northern Ireland – Leading Integration; Delivering Better Outcomes

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Integrated Care Partnerships Northern Ireland – Leading Integration; Delivering Better Outcomes
Authors: Sinead Malone, Martin Hayes
Abstract
Introduction: Seventeen Integrated Care Partnerships (ICPs) were established across Northern Ireland in 2013

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Process evaluation of the national clinical care programmes in Ireland

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Process evaluation of the national clinical care programmes in Ireland
Authors: Catherine D Darker , Gail Nicolson, Joseph M Barry
Abstract
Introduction: Integrated networks of clinical leadership have been increasingly recognised as a strategy to im

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Implementation of Universal Newborn Hearing Screening (UNHS)

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Implementation of Universal Newborn Hearing Screening (UNHS)
Authors: Gary Steven Norman , Aisling Heffernan
Abstract
Permanent childhood hearing impairment (PCHI) is the commonest birth condition with a prevalence of 1-3/1000. This rises to 10/1000

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: A Multi-disciplinary approach to falls prevention in the elderly

By Admin / October 17, 2017

A Multi-disciplinary approach to falls prevention in the elderly
Authors: Chris Leggett, Julie Jess, Ruth McNamara
Abstract
Northern Ireland South Eastern Integrated Care Partnership – Multi-agency Falls Prevention Strategy Background: Falls are the

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: National policy on access to services for children with disability or developmental delay: Working together to support children and families

By Admin / October 17, 2017

National policy on access to services for children with disability or developmental delay: Working together to support children and families
Authors: Caroline Cantan , Barbara Bolger
Abstract
Introduction: Health services in Ireland for children with

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Women’s Helath Initiative/Bladder Health. A health promotion initiative which empowers women to improve their bladder health & quality of life

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Women’s Helath Initiative/Bladder Health. A health promotion initiative which empowers women to improve their bladder health & quality of life
Authors: Fiona Stuart , Sinead Grogan
Abstract
Introduction: CHO9 North Dublin has a large cohort of women

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: Integrated Mental Health Service – A National Multifaceted Approach

By Admin / October 17, 2017

Integrated Mental Health Service – A National Multifaceted Approach
Author: Jonathan Paul Nolan
Abstract
Ireland’s health service, the Health Service Executive, provides Mental Health services to the population of Ireland. These services are oversee

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CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS: “The introduction of “What Matters to You”: a quality improvement initiative to enhance compassionate person-centered care in hospitals in Ireland

By Admin / October 17, 2017

“The introduction of “What Matters to You”: a quality improvement initiative to enhance compassionate person-centered care in hospitals in Ireland
Authors: Deirdre Lang , Carmel Hoey, Mila Whelan, Greg Price
Abstract
Rationale for this initiative: On

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