ELPA educational training and training on patient engagement
ELPA’s stay in Milan during the EASL Congress also enabled all ELPA members to participate in many training sessions organised by ELPA.
The first session hosted some Genfit representatives presenting their pipeline on acute-on-chronic liver failure (ACLF). ACLF presents as a syndrome defined by a combination of hepatic and extrahepatic organ dysfunctions and failures and a uniformly poor prognosis. In patients with liver cirrhosis and acute hepatic decompensation, ACLF can be triggered by a precipitating event (e.g., an infection) leading to a progressive functional deterioration of multiple organs with high short-term mortality.
The second training was led by Prof Serena Barello from the University of Pavia, with whom all ELPA members worked in a workshop setting to increase their skills in patient advocacy and engagement. Together, we delved into various interactive activities, including best practices sharing and case study analyses, which provided us with practical insights into effective communication strategies, patient empowerment techniques, and collaborative decision-making processes. This hands-on approach not only enriched our understanding but also allowed us to practice and refine our skills in a supportive environment, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose among participants.