Nursing Symposium to spotlight cutting-edge stroke care
The pre-conference Nursing Symposium provides a platform for nurses and the health care team to access the latest research, evidence-based best practices and treatment advancements in stroke and cardiovascular nursing care.
Nursing Symposium: Main Event
8-11:30 a.m. (PST) | Tuesday, Feb. 4
Main Event Hall
For health care professionals committed to advancing their practice and improving patient outcomes, the State-of-the-Science Stroke Nursing Symposium is an essential event. This symposium offers a unique opportunity for nurses, rehabilitation specialists and health care professionals to access the latest advancements in stroke care.
A pre-conference cornerstone event of the International Stroke Conference, The State-of-the-Science Stroke Nursing Symposium will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 8-11:30 a.m. PST in Main Event Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center.
The event will feature a robust program, including plenary sessions and interactive breakout discussions tailored to health care professionals at all skill levels. Attendees will explore best clinical practices and cutting-edge research, covering every phase of stroke care, from prevention and emergency treatment to rehabilitation and long-term management.
“The symposium provides a platform for nurses specializing in stroke care to access the latest research, evidence-based best practices, and treatment advancements in stroke and cardiovascular nursing care,” said Brenda Johnson, DnP, CRNP-BC, ANVP, FAHA, assistant professor of neurology at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and assistant director of the Johns Hopkins Comprehensive Stroke Center. “It equips clinical and Advanced Practice nurses with the requisite knowledge and tools to optimize patient outcomes across the continuum of care from prevention to rehabilitation.”
Program highlights
The symposium will open with welcoming remarks from Johnson, followed by an address from Nancy A. Pike, CVSN Council Chair. The program will then spotlight key discussions, including:
- Stroke Disease-Specific Quality of Life Trajectories: A study examining the impact of stroke on caregivers’ mental health and burden.
- Building Connections Through the CVSN Council: Insights into fostering community and collaboration among cardiovascular and stroke nursing professionals, presented by Terrie M. Black.
- The Journey to Become a FAHA: A session by Deborah Summers highlighting the importance of nurses achieving Fellowship of the American Heart Association status.
Global perspectives will also be a focal point, with sessions such as “Nursing and Stroke Care in Morocco,” presented by Abdeljalil Bentaleb, and “The Impact of Stroke Nurses Across the Globe.”
The event will feature lively debates on critical clinical topics, including the pros and cons of external ventricular drainage (EVD), with discussions led by experts Sandra D. Mahanes and Elizabeth K. Zink.
Interactive Q&A sessions throughout the program will allow attendees to engage directly with speakers, enhancing the learning experience.
Global knowledge-sharing
One of the symposium's defining elements is its emphasis on global collaboration.
“The global session in stroke care is an invaluable platform for sharing knowledge, disseminating progress and fostering connections worldwide,” said Johnson. “By attending, health professionals can share what they have learned with their respective teams, facilitating a more comprehensive approach to stroke patient care.”
The event will also recognize outstanding contributions to the field, including the Stroke Article of the Year award, celebrating groundbreaking research that impacts patient care and caregiver support.
“This collaboration and exchange of ideas actively facilitates a more comprehensive approach to stroke patient care,” Johnson said.
See the Online Program Planner for more information.
