Why I need to know more about the AYA MDT in Ireland (Part 1)

18/10/2024 23 min Temporada 3 Episodio 3

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, we sit down with Niamh O’Sullivan, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) for Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) to explore the vital role of a specialist AYA multidisciplinary team in the care and support of young people. Niamh shares her insights on how healthcare professionals across all cancer care disciplines come together to address the complex needs of adolescents and young adults during a cancer diagnosis, treatment and beyond. Whether you're a cancer nurse or not, or just a  healthcare professional interested in learning more, this episode offers a deep dive into the workings of AYA multidisciplinary care in Ireland.

Links mentioned in the podcast

Links to multiple related websites:
⁠https://linktr.ee/aya_cancer_ireland?ltsid=06147dcf-e549-4721-ab5e-9e7b19f7b8a3⁠

Website link to AYA Referral Form:
https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/5/cancer/about/nccp-children-adolescent-young-adult-caya-cancer-programme/development-of-a-national-adolescent-and-young-adult-aya-cancer-multi-disciplinary-meeting-mdm-.html