Table 2.

Summary of lessons learned and recommendations for change.

Clinical	Patient	Logistical
•Need to develop flexible ‘blended’ models of virtual and in-person consultations and follow up •Need to develop clear care pathways to ensure that patients with worsening HF can be hospitalized appropriately •Need to ‘streamline’ online consultation process to optimize use of clinicians' time •Need to encourage and support continued MDT working •Need to ensure that cardiologists in training receive appropriate education and experience	•Importance of continued patient empowerment •Need for support in using online and app-based consultations and communication •Need to promote online patient education and group meetings •Need for support in obtaining medication, especially for patients who cannot afford treatment due to job losses •Need to support community- and home-based rehabilitation	•Need for investment in internet coverage across large geographical areas and IT support •Need to address regulatory and reimbursement issues related to telemedicine and related treatment changes •Need for a long-term plan for HF care during the era of SARS-CoV-2 endemic infection