Pallium India and Focus Games are proud to announce an international webinar aimed at advancing the understanding and practice of palliative care. This unique event will feature expert speakers from Cardiff University and Pallium India, focusing on critical aspects of palliative care delivery and education. The webinar is designed to bring together healthcare professionals, educators, and policymakers to explore innovative approaches to improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses and their families.
Date: Thursday, 13th February 2025
Time: 3pm IST / 9:30am GMT
Dr Sunil Kumar, MBBS DPPM MSc Pal Med Director-in-charge TIPS
Dr Sreedevi Warrier, MSc Pall Med, Head Education and Skills, Pallium India
Dr Clea Atkinson, DM MRCP(UK) Dip Pall Med, Palliative Care Consultant, NHS UK
Dr Dylan Harris, FRCP MSc FAcadMEd, Palliative Care Consultant, NHS and Cardiff University, UK
To provide participants with advanced knowledge and skills in symptom management and end-of-life care.
To inspire new approaches for delivering compassionate and effective palliative care.
To introduce game-based learning as a transformative tool in palliative care education.
To facilitate knowledge exchange between international experts and participants.
Enhanced competence among healthcare professionals in managing symptoms and providing end-of-life care.
Greater awareness of the ethical and practical dimensions of palliative care.
Broader adoption of innovative educational tools, in healthcare eduaction.
Strengthened global networks for collaboration in palliative care.
"The Comfort Zone": How to Deliver Good Basic Symptom Control
Speakers: Dr Sunil Kumar MBBS DPPM MSc Pal Med Director-in-charge TIPS & Dr Sreedevi Warrier MSc Pall Med, Head Education and Skills, Pallium India
Delve into the fundamental principles of symptom management in palliative care. Explore evidence-based practices for managing pain, breathlessness, nausea, and other distressing symptoms.
"The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly": What Constitutes Good vs Poor End-of-Life Care?
Speaker: Dr Clea Atkinson DM MRCP(UK) Dip Pall Med, Palliative Care Consultant, NHS UK
Examine the qualities that define good end-of-life care. Hear real-world examples of best practices and common pitfalls, guiding attendees on how to ensure patients experience a dignified and compassionate “good death.”
"Another Roll of the Dice?”: Are Games an Appropriate and Effective Method for Teaching Palliative Care?
Speaker: Dr Dylan Harris FRCP MSc FAcadMEd, Palliative Care Consultant, NHS and Cardiff University, UK
Explore the role of game-based learning in palliative care education. Learn how interactive and game-based learning tools can support the implementation of best practice enhance understanding and empathy among healthcare professionals.
