NSMHPCN 2025 Clinical Conference: Palliative Care for Progressive Heart Disease
The North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network (NSMHPCN) is proud to present the 2025 Clinical Conference, dedicated to the vital and timely topic of palliative care in progressive heart disease. This impactful event will bring together healthcare professionals from across the region to explore best practices, innovative approaches, and the crucial role palliative care plays in improving the quality of life for individuals living with advanced heart conditions.
Conference Highlights
This year’s conference will delve into the following key areas:
- Understanding Progressive Heart Disease
Explore the complexities of advanced heart failure and its wide-ranging impact on physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. - The Role of Palliative Care
Learn how palliative care supports symptom relief, enhances comfort, and aligns care with patients’ goals and values. - Symptom Management Strategies
Discover effective approaches for managing symptoms such as pain, dyspnea, fatigue, and anxiety in patients with advanced heart disease. - Communication & Shared Decision-Making
Highlighting the importance of transparent, compassionate conversations to support informed and collaborative care planning. - Advance Care Planning
Practical guidance on initiating meaningful conversations to ensure patient wishes are understood and honored. - Psychosocial & Spiritual Support
Address the emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of care, with tools and resources for holistic support. - Ethical Considerations
Explore common ethical dilemmas in the care of patients with progressive heart disease and strategies for thoughtful navigation.
Event Details
In-Person Conference
This portion of the conference has taken place. Please see Virtual Access information below for your opportunity to catch up on the important conversations that took place with our guest speakers.
Virtual Access
On-demand access to pre-recorded sessions
Available the week of May 19–23, 2025
$25 per session (à la carte)
Join us for an engaging day of learning and connection as we work together to enhance care for individuals and families facing the challenges of advanced heart disease. To purchase your tickets please visit https://nsmhpcn.ca/conference