23/09/2024
ACS Pathway Course: Empowering Healthcare Professionals at Brent Hospital and Colleges, Inc.
On September 18, 2024, a vital ACS Pathway Course was held at the Audio Visual Room of Brent Hospital and Colleges, Inc. Organized by the Philippine Heart AssociationโZamboanga Peninsula Chapter and ZAMPEN Heart Institute, in partnership Brent Hospital and Colleges Inc., the event brought together leading experts in cardiovascular care to share crucial knowledge on Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) management.
The course's mission was to enhance the skills and knowledge of healthcare professionals in Zamboanga regarding the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of ACS. By equipping participants with the latest evidence-based guidelines and best practices, the course aimed to improve patient outcomes and reduce mortality rates associated with heart attacks.
Distinguished speakers and their topics included:
โข Amelyn S. Ulanghutan, MD,FPCP,FPCC (Adult Cardiology): ACS Recognition
โข Lowe L. Chiong, MD,FPCPFPCC (Adult Cardiology-Interventionalist): Optimal Medical Therapy (OMT) & Fibrinolysis
โข Aiza-Meriam Tahil, MD,FPCP,FPCC (Adult Cardiology-Interventionalist): STEMI, NSTEMI Pathway & Cath Lab Activation
The course provided a comprehensive overview of ACS management, equipping healthcare professionals with the tools to identify, diagnose, and treat patients with heart-related emergencies effectively. By focusing on practical knowledge and current best practices, the ACS Pathway Course has strengthened the cardiovascular care capabilities of the Zamboanga medical community.
By equipping healthcare professionals with these advanced skills, we can directly improve patient outcomes and reduce the risk of mortality from critical cardiac events in Zamboanga City and the peninsula.
With Zampen Heart Institute, "Your Heart Is Our Priority." ๐๐ฉต