Poster abstracts
Transforming stroke care – the irish national stroke programme
Rónán Collins, National Stroke Programme HSE, IE
Joan McCormack, National Stroke Programme HSE, IE
Áine Carroll, National Clinical & Integrated Care Programmes HSE Ireland; University Co
The implementation of a cross-jurisdictional clinical network for congenital heart disease
Sharon Morrow, National Childrens Hospital Group, IE
Aine Carroll, University College Dublin, IE
Abstract
Introduction: Reorganisation of healthcare services
Outcomes in Specialist Rehabilitation Medicine and their impact of waiting times
Caitríona Begley, National Rehabilitation Hospital, IE
Abstract
Acquired brain injury (ABI) is defined as any sudden damage to the brain occurring during a person’s lif
The effects of a self-management programme(Stanford model) on adults in County Donegal with long term health conditions
Rona McLaughlin, Health Service Executive, CHO1, IE
Abstract
Introduction: Approximately 40% of Irish people have a long term hea
Enhancing cancer care guideline development and implementation using formal guideline adaptation: methodology description
Carmel Davies, School of Nursing Midwifery and Health Systems, University College Dublin, IE
Elizabeth Summersby, Oncology, Our
Integrated approach to complex Heath needs of homeless populations
Jess Sears, Depaul, IE
Abstract
Depaul’s Health Initiative is part of a network of services that bring improved care to this group at a variety of settings since 2007. We are now fa
Patients’ attitudes to and experience of the use of technology in mental health in an Irish primary care setting
Mary Jane Finucane, General practitioner, IE
Abstract
Introduction: Mental health issues represent a significant proportion visits to GP
Development of hepfriend; a dublin community hepatitis c peer support model
John Shearer Lambert, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, University College Dublin, IE
Tina McHugh, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, University College Dublin,
Flexibility and reablement in home care in dementia
Mairead Bracken-Scally, Trinity College Dublin, IE
Anne-Marie Brady, Trinity College Dublin, IE
Louise Daly, Trinity College Dublin, IE
Geralyn Hynes, Trinity College Dublin, IE
Brian Keogh, Trinit
Developing citizen advocacy for adults with intellectual disability
Amanda Phelan, University College Dublin, IE
Emer Meighan, Sage Advocacy and Support for Older people, IE
Abstract
In 2010, the Report of Disability Policy Review Keogh 2010 was pre
How integrated care can alleviate treatment burden in stroke survivors
Valerie Patricia Twomey, National Rehabilitation Hospital, IE
Brian McGuire, National University of Ireland, Galway, IE
Abstract
In Ireland, approximately 10,000 people will have
A gap analysis between the outline document for the integrated care programme and draft models of care for four chronic diseases in Ireland
Claire Mary Buckley, Integrated Care Programme, HSE; School of Public Health, UCC, IE
Deirdre Mulholland, Int
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
Challenges in care co-ordination: missed care in community nursing
Amanda Phelan, University College Dublin, IE
Sandra McCarthy, University College Dublin, IE
Elizabeth Adams, Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation, IE
Abstract
Primary healthcare is
Learning from the development of two Integrated Care Pathways for dementia
Anne-Marie Brady, Trinity College Dublin, IE
Mairead Bracken-Scally, Trinity College Dublin, IE
Louise Daly, Trinity College Dublin, IE
Geralyn Hynes, Trinity College Dublin,
INTEGRATING HEPATITIS C CARE FOR AT RISK GROUPS: FINDINGS FROM A MULTI-CENTRE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY IN PRIMARY AND COMMUNITY CARE
Davina Marie Swan, School of Medicine, University College Dublin, IE
Geoff McCombe, School of Medicine, University Colleg
A national model of care for children: Integrated implementation- the opportunities and the challenges
Grace Turner, Health Service Executive, IE
Alf Nicholson, Health Service Executive, IE
John Murphy, Health Service Executive, IE
Abstract
Children
Hepcare europe: Hepcheck; reaching vulnerable populations
Walter Cullen, School of Medicine; University College Dublin, IE
John Shearer Lambert, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital Infectious Diseases Clinic, Dublin, Ireland, University College
Co-designing an Integrated Care Pathway for Children and Families with a Neuromuscular Disorder in Ireland
Margaret Rafferty, HSE, IE
Grace Turner, HSE, IE
Andrea Tobin, Children’s Neuromuscular Service at CRC and AMNCH, IE
Abstract
Introduction: Ch
Safer Transitions: Optimising Care and Function from Hospital to Home
Authors: Yvonne O’ Riordan , Paul Bernard, Paul Maloney, Alison Enright, Carmel McGrath
Abstract
Elderly patients living with frailty have complex and distinct needs. For many, bei
Healthcare Evaluation
Authors: Helena Ann Ferris , Audrey Devaney
Abstract
The landscape of healthcare delivery is continuously evolving. An appropriate use of research and evaluation is key when assessing not only the need for change but also when i
Role of the Dietitian within the Frail Elderly Pilot in Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown from February to June 2016
Author: Caroline Stapleton
Abstract
Introduction: The Specialist Geriatric Services Model of Care aims to improve the quality and eff
Irish Traveller’ Ethnic Minority Group – Chronic Conditions Community Heart Health Pilot Programme
Authors: Ann Marie Lawlor , Claire Fitzpatrick, Seathrun O’Casaide
Abstract
“Given their high mortality, likely high incidence, and low appreciation of
Optimising the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
Authors: John Brennan , Sara O’Kelly, Jane Finucane, Sarah Cosgrave, Diarmuid O’Shea
Abstract
Introduction: Carew House Day Hospital is an outpatient assessment unit for patients aged 65 years and ove
Introducing a discharge planning and resource folder on acute hospital wards: A simple intervention to improve communication and quality of care at discharge
Authors: Karen Donovan , Eileen Looney, Margaret McKiernan, Kieran Anthony O’Connor
Abstract
Primary Care Referral Letters to the Emergency Department; An Audit of the National Standardised Patient Referral Template
Authors: John Brennan , Clare Hayden, Brendan McAuliffe, Daragh Shields
Abstract
An introduction: (comprising context and probl
Overview of a Home Enteral Nutrition Service in North Dublin
Authors: Niamh Maher , Tara O’Riordan, Helga Gerlitz
Abstract
Introduction: Home Enteral Nutrition (HEN) positively impacts on quality of life and reduces healthcare costs through a reduct
A pilot project to include psychological care as part of a multidisciplinary pulmonary rehabilitation community programme for patients with COPD
Authors: Aimée Kemp , Krista Hegarty, Sonya Murray
Abstract
An introduction: (comprising context and prob
Are the Wards in St Vincent’s University Hospital Dementia Friendly?
Authors: Aisling Jane Davis , Sarah Mc Nally
Abstract
Introduction: A significant proportion of the inpatients in SVUH have a dementia diagnosis. These individuals have complex care
Building Networks: An Integrated approach to primary secondary and tertiary care
Author: William James Foley
Abstract
The HSE strategy highlights the need for seamless connections between various agencies working with clients. Many agencies work in
Evaluating and Improving the Quality of Patient Care in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at University Hospital Waterford
Authors: Alma O’ Connor , Edel Cronin, Christina Lambert, Ralph Morris, Karen Glynn, Paul Lawrence, Eithne Mackey
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Implementing Respiratory Integrated Care: the Future for COPD Diagnosis and Management?
Authors: Patricia Davis , Timothy Mc Donnell
Abstract
Ireland has the highest rate of admissions for COPD in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Develo
An Exploratory Study of Nurses’ Attitude towards Peer Review in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
Author: Ejiro Ohare Stratton
Abstract
Aim: The objective of this research is to explore the attitude of nurses’ at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital towards pee