Beechfield Healthcare to present bariatric seminar series in partnership with Cobi Rehab
Beechfield Healthcare has announced that it will present a seminar series to cover the importance of understanding and implementing specialised equipment for bariatric patients in Ireland at the beginning of October.
The seminars will be held in partnership with Cobi Rehab, a globally recognised leader in positioning solutions for bariatric patients, across three Irish cities: Dublin, Galway, and Cork.
During the seminar series, Beechfield Healthcare and Cobi Rehab will showcase an extensive range of bariatric equipment, including wheelchairs, shower commodes, patient chairs, beds and mattresses, hoists, walking frames, riser recliners, and positioning cushions.
The event will feature two recognised bariatric experts, Mette Söderberg, Occupational Therapist and certificated clinical specialist in assistive technology, and Camilla Kastrupsen, Physiotherapist and Consultant.
Cobi Rehab’s Mette Söderberg and Camilla Kastrupsen will provide attendees with a comprehensive overview of their approach to bariatric care, offering practical takeaways and valuable insights for implementation within clinical teams and healthcare environments.
Hosted in three different locations, the seminar series will provide access to many healthcare professionals across Ireland.
Seminar 1 in Dublin will take place on Tuesday 3 October, Seminar 2 in Galway will be held on Wednesday 4 October, and Seminar 3 in Cork will take place on Thursday 5 October.
The seminar series will delve into a wide array of topics, including an introduction to bariatric healthcare equipment, which involves an overview of bariatric patients and their unique needs, and the importance of specialised equipment for bariatric patients.
It will also cover bariatric patient assessment and care, which includes assessing patient mobility and functional needs, and understanding the psychological and emotional aspects of bariatric care.
Types of bariatric healthcare equipment will be discussed such as bariatric wheelchairs and mobility aids, patient lifts and transfer equipment for bariatric patients, and bariatric beds and mattresses.
Customisation and adaptability, such as tailoring equipment to individual patient needs, and adjustable features and adaptability of equipment will be included.
It will also cover clinical benefits and outcomes, such as improving patient comfort and quality of life, and the impact of proper bariatric equipment on patient recovery and rehabilitation.
In addition, the seminar will look at multi-disciplinary approaches that will cover collaboration between healthcare professionals, including nurses, physicians, physical therapists, and occupational therapists.
The event is eligible for four continuous professional development (CPD) points, making it a valuable learning opportunity for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in bariatric care.
Beechfield Healthcare invites all healthcare professionals and stakeholders interested in improving the quality of care for bariatric patients to join the session at one of the seminar locations.
Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/collections/2577959/events to access the seminar and secure a seat.
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