IMPROVE-SCA
ABOUT US
IMPROVE-SCA, aims to improve all aspects of care of individuals and families affected by sudden cardiac arrest. This includes diagnosis and causes of sudden death, ongoing management of family members and survivors and psychological support.
This national approach aims to remove the inequity of care currently experienced by sudden cardiac arrest families, with current services being located in metropolitan centres, referral pathways often being confusing, with long wait times.
We hope to unite and upskill healthcare professionals around the country in the nuances of sudden cardiac arrest and leverage online platforms to address current inequities.
We have brought together a team of experts in various fields to improve care for individuals and families affected by sudden cardiac arrest.
Our IMPROVE-SCA team includes specialists in:
Clinical cardiology
Cardiac genetics and genetic counselling
Psychology
Cardiac rehabillitation
Research
Clinical Trials
General Practice
Health disparities and equity
Implementation science
Our Aims
1. Identify what is the current pathway for care of sudden cardiac arrest and what is needed
2. Create a virtual tool to help improve the diagnosis, management and support pathways
3. Measure if the created tool is feasible and effective
How can I get involved?
Healthcare Professionals
If you're a healthcare professional and would like to join the IMPROVE-SCA network, which may include joining a working group, please complete this expression of interest form.
Sudden cardiac arrest survivors and
family members
If you’re a
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cardiac arrest survivor
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a family member of someone who has survived or died from a cardiac arrest
we encourage you to join the sudden cardiac arrest registry in your state.
If you're a cardiac arrest survivor or family member of someone who has experienced a sudden cardiac arrest and are interested in participating in a "lived experience" consumer group to provide input into the study. Please click here.