Our advocacy efforts focus on raising awareness about cardiac health issues, ensuring that patient voices are heard, and promoting equitable access to cardiac care, resources and treatments. We believe that by empowering both healthcare professionals and patients, we can significantly improve cardiac health outcomes.
We seek to enhance cardiac outcomes by identifying where we can assist in providing specialised training, or devices for healthcare professionals in the cardiac field. We collaborate with experts to ensure that the content is relevant and up-to-date, enabling cardiac staff to stay informed about emerging research and practices.
By investing in the skills of cardiac staff, and resources they need, we aim to improve the quality of care provided to patients.
ABOUT US
Kia Manawanui Trust | The Heart of Aotearoa New Zealand aims to address several major issues facing cardiac care in New Zealand, from long wait times for heart surgeries to shortages of cardiologists and surgical teams, and the lack of beds.
The trust was established in 2018. In 2024, it moved forward with plans to form a Cardiology Advisory Board marking a significant step in advocating for better heart care and addressing systemic issues to provide better health outcomes for those with heart disease.
The Trust is committed to providing leadership and expertise in cardiac health, while also raising public awareness about the critical state of New Zealand’s heart health services.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in New Zealand.
OUR MISSION
To improve access, equity and outcomes for those impacted by cardiovascular conditions