Research dissemination and outreach
Stillbirth webinar in conjunction with the Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
We held a Stillbirth Webinar “Stillbirth Matters – Prevention, Investigation, Management, and Care Webinar” in conjunction with the Institute of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, Royal College of Physicians of Ireland on 04 October 2023.
During the webinar, we provided updates on stillbirth rates, care practices, reviews and related policies in Ireland, as well as discussing risk factors, awareness and prevention strategies, and presenting updates in investigation of stillbirth and perinatal bereavement care. Over 180 people registered, with 111 tuning into the webinar on the day itself.
Professor Keelin O’Donoghue provided an introduction on why stillbirth matters in Ireland. Dr Tamara Escañuela Sánchez spoke about risk factors and prevention. An overview of perinatal pathology and stillbirth was provided by Dr Brendan Fitzgerald. Dr Daniel Nuzum spoke about the importance of the stillbirth care experience and bereavement care.
Over 40% of attendees completed the evaluation form (47 out of 111). Feedback on the webinar was very positive, with all participants stating that they would recommend this event to others, and that they could relate the learning points to their practice. Attendees were very satisfied with the quality of speakers, topics, time keeping, and presentations.
Additional comments included:
- “Interesting new perspectives especially on PMs [post mortems].”
- “Sensitive and compassionate approach to woman and her partner is the most important point in management.”
- “Absolutely very relatable common topic yet we feel hesitant to talk to the parents who are bereaved.”
- “It gives me confidence when dealing with stillbirth cases.”
- “Great webinar, very interesting topic and engaging speakers, thank you!”
- “Awesome webinar. Thanks. Loads of learning points.”
- “Very well run! Excellent speakers. Very informative.”
- “Many thanks - really appreciate the CPD opportunities afforded by events such as this.”
- “It was a very useful session.”