Maternal collapse is a dangerous complication that occurs in approximately occurring in 1 in 30,000 pregnancies. Clinically, this critical emergency in the field of obstetrics presents as a sudden and severe deterioration in circulatory and respiratory function in pregnant women, potentially leading to cardiac arrest, loss of consciousness, significant morbidity or even death. The low incidence suggests that most physicians will have little experience with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) in pregnancy in their careers. However, it is a life-threatening, time-critical event which requires coordinated, multi-disciplinary intervention.
The causes of maternal collapse can be diverse, encompassing obstetric, medical, and surgical origins. Prompt and effective intervention is paramount to ensure the best possible outcomes for both mother and baby. By discussing specific cases and providing practical guidance from experts, participants will gain a deep understanding of the latest guidelines, diagnostic methods, and advanced resuscitation techniques for this particular complication.
The medical seminar on “Maternal Collapse and the Role of Perimortem Caesarean” conducted by Dr Sharon Foo – Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist, Thomson Specialists (Paragon Medical Centre) – is meticulously designed to equip healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to swiftly recognise and manage such emergencies.
Join the programme to enhance your preparedness and confidence in managing maternal collapse, thereby advancing patient safety and the quality of care, with the following details:
Target participants: FV Hospital’s Obstetricians, Anaesthetists, Paediatricians, A&E doctors, Midwives, Paediatric and NICU nurses, ICU and A&E nurses, and other doctors, nurses, technicians, pharmacists…, who are interest in the topic
- Venue: Auditorium, 3rd Floor, F Building, FV Hospital
- Date & time: 15:00 – 16:00, 4th September, 2024
- Language: English
Please register for the training programme before 3:00 PM on 26th August, 2024, with Mr Pham Tri Dang, Training and Development Department, ext 1036, or email: dang.pham@fvhospital.com
SPEAKER’S PROFILE:
Dr Sharon Foo graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from University College London (UK) in 2009. Her current clinical practice encompasses all aspects of obstetrics and gynaecology, with a particular interest in high-risk obstetrics, operative obstetrics, peri-partum, and maternal medicine.
Dr Foo is actively involved in multi-disciplinary obstetrics simulation training. Initially, she facilitated programmes for OBGYN-centric teams, later expanding and refining the programme for Emergency Medicine and Family Medicine physicians. Combining her interest in simulation training and operative obstetrics, she developed an instrumental simulation training workshop focused on clinical decision-making and safe operative techniques.
Passionate about global health initiatives, Dr Foo is dedicated to expanding the understanding and impact of global health on everyday medical practice, as well as identifying opportunities for research and development. She has been an integral part of a multi-disciplinary medical mission team, conducting healthcare professional training in obstetrics emergencies and resuscitation. Dr Foo has spearheaded multiple mission trips to Kampong Chnang, Cambodia.
In addition to her clinical commitments, Dr Foo has been actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students at Yong Loo Lin, Duke-NUS, and Lee Kong Chian Medical Schools. She also serves as a Physician Faculty member for PGY1s. Dr Foo is deeply invested in creating awareness and discourse on workplace culture and promoting positive workplace behaviour through The GRACE Movement.
Dr Foo is also engaged in research aimed at improving maternal and neonatal outcomes, with a particular focus on studies that impact daily clinical practice. She believes that medicine is an art and that life-long learning is essential to honing one’s craft. Beyond didactic teaching, she strives to impart critical thinking skills to her learners and provide them with the tools to examine evidence and assimilate information independently. Dr Foo believes that teaching and learning are not confined to a set curriculum but occur in every human interaction and conversation, from taking a patient’s history to listening to accounts from healthcare providers in rural Cambodia, to the latest updates in translational medicine at international conferences.
Beyond imparting knowledge, Dr Foo aims to encourage personal growth and character development. She values integrity, teamwork, and kindness towards others and oneself. Dr Foo aspires to contribute to the educational landscape where cultivating these traits is as important as imparting clinical knowledge and skills.
