The Impact Allied Professionals Play in CIED Management-The Impact Allied Professionals Play in CIED Management

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The transcript provided consists of a series of presentations focused on healthcare methods and protocols, especially in cardiology and electrophysiology. Courtney Remes discusses the clinical dilemma of managing implanted cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) in elderly patients, emphasizing the need for shared decision-making regarding ICD generator replacements and exploring patient goals of care. The study highlights that most elderly patients opted for generator changes, driven largely by cultural norms and personal decisions. Meanwhile, Amy presents on nurse-led ICM (Implantable Cardiac Monitor) implants, which improve procedural efficiency and reduce costs compared to physician-led implants. The importance of incorporating nurses and allied health professionals in such procedures is underlined to address staffing needs and improve workflows in clinical settings.<br /><br />Lauren Russo explores an EP (Electrophysiology) nurse-led loop implantation model, which enhances efficiency and maintains safety, allowing for increased procedural volumes and alleviating physician workloads. This model also promotes autonomy and job satisfaction among EP allied professionals.<br /><br />Lastly, Lindsay covers an allied professional-led MRI program for patients with cardiac devices, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary protocols to safely allow access to MRI procedures, despite potential risks associated with magnetic fields. The program has improved patient access and decreased wait times through a structured process involving multiple healthcare roles, suggesting continued integration of allied professionals is beneficial.<br /><br />Overall, the presentations demonstrate the crucial role of allied health professionals in integrating innovative protocols and practices that enhance patient care, safety, and healthcare efficiency.

Keywords

healthcare methods

cardiology

electrophysiology

ICD management

nurse-led implants

allied health professionals

patient care

MRI program

healthcare efficiency