The presentation outlined the role of the Ortus-iHealth platform in supporting the delivery of cardiovascular health checks to NHS staff at Barts Hospital Trust. Marie outlined the key components of their project: 

• • Convenient Appointments:
    NHS staff can easily schedule 15-minute health check appointments through a QR code and link provided by the Ortus-iHealth platform. 
  • Comprehensive Assessment:
    During the appointments, healthcare professionals collect essential data, including blood pressure, BMI, heart rhythm, and more. 
  • Personalized Advice:
    Based on the assessment, participants receive personalized advice on diet, exercise, smoking cessation, and alcohol consumption. 
  • Home Blood Pressure Monitoring:
    Those with high blood pressure are provided with free blood pressure monitors to track their readings at home. 
  • Referral and Follow-up:
    If necessary, participants are referred to their GP for further management or medication adjustments. 

Results and Impact:  

Marie highlighted the positive outcomes and impact of their project: 

• • Approximately 16% of staff had elevated blood pressure, with 8% already under treatment. 
  • Out of those with high blood pressure, 60% continued to monitor their blood pressure at home. 
  • 52% of those monitoring at home were referred to their GP for further management. 

Feedback and Awards:  

The project received positive feedback, with 79% of staff feeling more valued, 76% willing to make positive changes to their physical activity, and 88% motivated to improve their diet. Marie also shared that they were nominated for two awards, showcasing the recognition of their impactful work. 

Conclusion:  

Marie’s presentation highlighted the critical role of the Ortus-iHealth platform in their project for NHS staff as well as some of the in securing funding which in this case comes primarily from various sources, including the Barts Charity and private healthcare providers like Nuffield. 

However, the initiative not only identifies and manages high blood pressure but also encourages positive lifestyle changes, key to delivering longevity and improved quality of life. The project’s success, coupled with award nominations, demonstrates its importance in promoting staff well-being and reducing cardiovascular risks.

Special Thanks to:  

Marie Manceau and the team at The East London Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Group for their outstanding work and support in presenting their experiences at the event.

For more details contact:  Nick.Niziolomski@ortus-ihealth.com