Mercy Health in Albury has hosted its annual Palliative Care Masterclass, where local health professionals were presented with the essential skills to address the region’s growing demand for palliative care services.
The masterclass featured five expert speakers who shared insights on key topics, including cultural sensitivity in palliative care and best practices for supporting patients with motor neuron disease (MND), as well as prostate and ovarian cancers.
A panel of local nursing, medical, and allied health specialists also discussed the palliative care services provided by Mercy Health Albury, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the multidisciplinary approaches that are essential in palliative care.
Nicole Barr, Clinical Nurse Educator at Mercy Health Albury and Founder of the masterclass, emphasised the significance of the event to the local community.
“At Mercy Health Albury, we work to ensure that each person experiences the best quality of life possible – physically, personally, socially and spiritually,” said Mrs Barr.
“The Palliative Care Masterclass was about more than just upskilling, it was about harnessing our community of health professionals and providing an opportunity to collaborate and establish primary engagement and networking opportunities within palliative care across our region.”
“The event was a wonderful opportunity to share our knowledge and experiences for the betterment of palliative care patients in our region.”
The success of the masterclass underscores Mercy Health’s commitment to end-of-life care and dedication to collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide the latest clinical advancements in palliative care.
