Masterclass 1: Cracking the code of cardiovascular events
Tracks
Track 1
| Friday, August 1, 2025 |
| 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM |
| Pyrmont Theatre |
| Sponsored By: |
Details
Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of mortality in Australia, accounting for 24% of deaths in 2022 (AIHW). Conditions like pulmonary embolism (PE), angina, transient ischaemic attack (TIA), and pericarditis present critical challenges in diagnosis and management. This masterclass will give pharmacists a deep dive into recognising, assessing, and supporting patients with these conditions. Through case-based discussions, expert insights, and the latest clinical updates, attendees will strengthen their knowledge of CVD presentations, risk stratification, and pharmacist interventions to optimise patient outcomes.
Learning objectives
- Discuss the burden of cardiovascular disease and its impact on patient outcomes.
- Recognise common presentations and risk factors of acute cardiovascular events.
- Describe the pharmacist’s role in early detection and management of cardiovascular conditions.
- Identify evidence-based approaches to optimise CVD care in pharmacy practice.
Competency Standards (2016) 1.6, 3.1, 3.3, 3.5
CPD group and points allocation – 2 group 2 CPD credits
Speakers
Kate Ziser
Masterclass 1: Cracking the Code of Cardiovascula Events
Biography
Kate Ziser currently works in a conjoint position splitting her time working as an Advanced Education and Training Pharmacist at the Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, and teaching into the Bachelor of Pharmacy course at the University of Queensland. Prior to this Kate worked for many years as a General Medicine Team Leader specialising in Cardiology at the Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales. Kate is a qualified teacher and had a few years teaching in Washington DC, USA. Outside of work, she enjoys travel, but hasn't done as much of late as her three young children, Hugo, Edith and Theodore, keep her on her toes.
