The 4 Essential Elements of Your PAH Care - PAH Today National Broadcast

What are the things everyone living with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) should be doing when it comes to their care? In this program, Dr. Lana Melendres-Groves, a nationally recognized PAH expert, shares the 4 essential elements of a PAH care plan and how you can put them into motion with the help of your PAH healthcare team.

Learn what’s unique about a true PAH specialist, how to think differently about your medication options, your risk status and what it may say about your future, and what you can do between specialist visits to make the most out of your appointments.

Key reasons to attend:
• Learn about your PAH medication options and when it might be time to make a change
• Understand the critical role your PAH specialist plays in guiding your care, risk assessment, and medication management
• Explore things you can do between appointments with a PAH specialist
• Gain a better understanding of how PAH is affecting your whole self – the physical, mental and emotional implications
• Explore self-care strategies, including following a heart-friendly diet and prioritizing mental health

Contents of this video:
00:00 – Introduction
01:30 – Seeing a PAH specialist
04:30 – Regular risk assessments
07:56 – Setting a goal (and knowing your options)
16:04 – Self-care and healthy daily habits
24:47 – Recap