Cardiac Open Heart MDT
Starting on:
May 21, 2026
Ending on:
May 21, 2026
Moderator(s):
Venue:
KUTRRH
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Provider:
Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital
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Cardiac Open Heart MDT

Starting on:
May 21, 2026
Ending on:
May 21, 2026
Venue:
KUTRRH

Description

A Cardiac Open Heart Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meeting is a structured clinical forum that brings together healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients undergoing open-heart surgery. The team typically includes cardiac surgeons, cardiologists, anesthesiologists, intensivists, perfusionists, nurses, physiotherapists, nutritionists, pharmacists, and other relevant specialists. During the meeting, patient cases are reviewed collaboratively to assess clinical status, discuss diagnostic findings, determine the most appropriate surgical or medical interventions, optimize perioperative care, and monitor outcomes.

Objectives

Enhance Patient-Centered Care Develop comprehensive and individualized treatment plans for patients requiring open-heart surgery. Improve Clinical Decision-Making Facilitate collaborative discussion of complex cardiac cases to ensure evidence-based and consensus-driven management decisions. Optimize Surgical Outcomes Identify potential risks and implement strategies to reduce perioperative complications and improve recovery. Strengthen Interdisciplinary Collaboration Promote effective communication and coordination among all healthcare professionals involved in cardiac care. Review Diagnostic and Treatment Plans Evaluate clinical assessments, imaging studies, laboratory findings, and surgical indications to guide patient management. Support Quality Improvement Review patient outcomes, complications, and lessons learned to enhance service delivery and patient safety. Facilitate Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Professional Development Provide opportunities for healthcare professionals to discuss best practices, emerging evidence, and advances in cardiac surgery and perioperative care. Ensure Continuity of Care Coordinate preoperative, intraoperative, postoperative, rehabilitation, and follow-up care for cardiac surgery patients.

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