Presenter Biography

Professor Matthew Makin 

Professor Matthew Makin is a Consultant in Palliative Care Medicine since 2001. Matt has worked in North Wales working in Hospital, Hospice and Community Settings before starting practice in Palliative Care Medicine in North Manchester in 2016. Matt completed his specialist training in Palliative Medicine in Liverpool, while studying Clinical Ethics to a Masters level at Keele University and completing his Medical Doctorate in Pharmacology. He is passionate about addressing inequalities in health, quality improvement, and the role of clinical leadership in improving health systems. In addition to his clinical practice, Matt is an Honorary Professor of Health and Behavioural Sciences at Bangor University.

Overview

This webinar lasts approximately 60 minutes and covers the following:

• Guidance on symptom management strategies.
• The importance of advanced care planning and understanding wraparound support services.
• The public's perception and understanding of dying, and the significance of effective and sensitive conversations with both the patient and loved ones.

Topics covered