CPD Event Directory

NHS Staffing Conference 2018

2nd May 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

Returning for its third year; Salford Professional Development’s NHS Staffing Conference is gaining a reputation as an inspirational and empowering event offering ideas for innovation both on a small and large scale. Join us for the NHS Staffing Conference 2018 where experts from across the health sector will discuss how NHS leaders can recruit; train and retain the staff they need. Understand how the workforce can be redeployed as the NHS moves to a more prevention based model of care; how Brexit will affect recruitment and how the health service can reduce its dependency on locums and agency staff.

Management of Lymphoedema with Kinesio Tape

2nd May 2018 09:00 | Haddenham Healthcare

The Management of Lymphoedema with Kinesio taping Methods This 1 day course covers all aspects of treating the patient with lymphoedema using Kinesio taping methods.

3rd North West Cardiology and Stroke Meeting– where specialists meet

2nd May 2018 09:15 | Bayer Healthcare

Aim is to to run an accredited; region wide meeting that aims to attract a mix of Cardiologist; Stroke and Care of the Elderly specialists working within the field of anticoagulation. A panel of national and local speakers will aim to update delegates within the field of anticoagulation from a national and local perspective; highlighting the evidence for Xarelto within its current licenced indications and Bayer’s heritage in the anticoagulant therapy area. The meeting will focus on the challenging (high risk) patient types with the AF and ACS indications. Expert speakers will cover advancements in therapy and potential issues associated with these types of patients; including; thrombectomy in stroke patients and streamlining urgent PCI in the non-elective patient.

Mind and body: Practical management of older and frail patients

2nd May 2018 09:30 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The management of older persons is challenging; often frail and harbouring multiple comorbidities; these patients have a wide range of physical and psychological needs. Although general practice is ideally placed to manage these patients; the practicalities of being a GP is often at odds with the time required to assess this complex population and adopt individualised management strategies. Through a series of practically-focussed talks and case studies; we will examine the complex interplay between body and mind; exploring relevant topics including frailty; insomnia; depression; pain and dementia. This unique angle aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and competence to take a holistic approach to managing older patients; supporting both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.

Primary Care

2nd May 2018 09:30 | KNect365

Centralised around the theme of “Accountable Care Systems – Primary Care leading the way”; the carefully developed agenda will provide progressive updates and cover the latest information concerning integrated healthcare provision.The programme features expert led plenary sessions that will address the NHS landscape and primary care development. In addition; to allow you the chance for optimum learning; parallel break-out sessions will focus on workforce modelling; accountable care organisations and population health management and integrated care all delivered by the major primary care stakeholders.

Improving Services & Outcomes for People who Self Harm

4th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This CPD certified national conference focuses on improving services and outcomes for people who self harm.

Domestic Abuse Summit 2018

4th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

We are pleased to announce the Domestic Abuse Summit 2018 which will focus on identifying and supporting people experiencing domestic abuse.

When a Twin dies – supporting parents and families

9th May 2018 09:30 | Child Bereavement UK

Explore the impact that the death of a twin (or multiple) can have on a family; drawing on current research and learning from the neonatal butterfly project. This workshop will increase and embed the knowledge and understanding of professionals; to ensure a high quality of care and support for parents in the future.

When a twin dies - supporting parents and families

9th May 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Explore the impact that the death of a twin (or multiple) can have on a family; drawing on current research and learning from the neonatal butterfly project.

COPA Series & Elite Sports Expo

9th May 2018 11:00 | The Prysm Group

Numerous seminars over two days covering aspects of practice growth and new developments from: physiotherapy; chiropractic treatments; podiatry; physical therapy; osteopathy and prosthetics & orthotics; and methods of improving performance and aiding rehabilitation within elite sports. Full schedule & agenda is being compiled now and is to be announced a little nearer the event but current speaker info can be found on the websites below.

Mind and body: Practical management of older and frail patients

9th May 2018 12:45 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The management of older persons is challenging; often frail and harbouring multiple comorbidities; these patients have a wide range of physical and psychological needs. Although general practice is ideally placed to manage these patients; the practicalities of being a GP is often at odds with the time required to assess this complex population and adopt individualised management strategies. Through a series of practically-focussed talks and case studies; we will examine the complex interplay between body and mind; exploring relevant topics including frailty; insomnia; depression; pain and dementia. This unique angle aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and competence to take a holistic approach to managing older patients; supporting both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.

Approved Clinician Refresher Course

11th May 2018 09:00 | North East London NHS Foundation Trust

A Refresher Course for Approved Clinician existing doctors required every 5 years.

Root Cause Analysis Summit 2018

11th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

We are pleased to announce the Root Cause Analysis Summit 2018 which focuses on using best practice in RCA to investigate and analyse patient safety incidents and ensure change occurs to improve practice.

Virtual Reality & Simulation in Healthcare Summit 2018

11th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This Virtual Reality and Simulation Summit focuses on the practical application of these techniques in everyday clinical practice. This is not a futuristic theory based event but includes practical case studies of how this technology is being used today to improve practice.

Cardio-oncology in practice

14th May 2018 08:15 | UCLH Cancer Academy

This innovative study day will provide delegates with an up-to-date review of the emerging field of cardio-oncology; focussing on the practical management of cardiac and vascular diseases in patients with cancer and cancer survivors. The interactive; practice-based format will include case presentations; short teaching sessions and panel discussions covering commonly encountered issues in clinical practice. Sessions will cover pre-treatment (chemotherapy and radiotherapy) assessment; issues that arise during treatment; chronic problems; and late effects.

Caldicott Guardians: National Annual Conference 2018

14th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Healthcare Conferences UK in association with Christopher Fincken 2013-2017 Chair of the UK Caldicott Guardian Council are pleased to announce the 6th National Caldicott Guardians Annual Conference.

Investigation and Learning from Deaths in NHS Trusts

14th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This National Conference focuses on improving the investigation and learning from deaths in NHS Trusts following the National CQC and NQB guidance and Department of Health reporting requirements.

Mind and body: Practical management of older and frail patients

15th May 2018 12:45 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The management of older persons is challenging; often frail and harbouring multiple comorbidities; these patients have a wide range of physical and psychological needs. Although general practice is ideally placed to manage these patients; the practicalities of being a GP is often at odds with the time required to assess this complex population and adopt individualised management strategies. Through a series of practically-focussed talks and case studies; we will examine the complex interplay between body and mind; exploring relevant topics including frailty; insomnia; depression; pain and dementia. This unique angle aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and competence to take a holistic approach to managing older patients; supporting both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.

SCOPE School Athens Conference

16th May 2018 08:30 | World Obesity Federation

This SCOPE School will focus on advances in medical management of obesity including topics such as: Making a Diagnosis and Setting Treatment Goals; Advances in Lifestyle; Intervention; Special Dietary Approaches; Using Medications Appropriately for Chronic Weight Management; Surgical Approaches to Chronic Weight Management; Multispecialty Approaches and Chronic Care Across the Lifespan.

Chronic Disease Management

16th May 2018 09:00 | RCNi

Taking place in 6 key locations during 2018; these events are aimed at providing primary health care nurses with invaluable knowledge and updates on the subject of chronic disease management.

Full Thickness Resection Device (FTRD)

16th May 2018 10:00 | Synectics

The key objectives of this course are the basics of endoscopic full thickness resection (eFTR) with the FTRD System. The course will cover the development of this therapy; the theory of eFTR and offer practical ‘hands on’ training with porcine models. There will be discussions on clinical considerations; indications and contraindications plus patient preparation and post procedure care.

Mind and body: Practical management of older and frail patients

16th May 2018 12:45 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The management of older persons is challenging; often frail and harbouring multiple comorbidities; these patients have a wide range of physical and psychological needs. Although general practice is ideally placed to manage these patients; the practicalities of being a GP is often at odds with the time required to assess this complex population and adopt individualised management strategies. Through a series of practically-focussed talks and case studies; we will examine the complex interplay between body and mind; exploring relevant topics including frailty; insomnia; depression; pain and dementia. This unique angle aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and competence to take a holistic approach to managing older patients; supporting both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.

9th Welsh Conference of the Primary Care Diabetes Society 2017: Myths & Magic – evidence based diabetes care

17th May 2018 08:45 | Omniamed Communications Limited

A 1 day conference organised by the PCDS; the only association solely committed to the needs of primary care diabetes; this conference will examine diabetes care from a Welsh perspective.

Midwifery Conference: Improving Care Quality

17th May 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

Returning for its fifth year; Salford Professional Developments’ Midwifery Conference is gaining a reputation as an inspirational and empowering event offering ideas for innovation both on a small and large scale. Join us for the Midwifery Conference: Improving Care Quality where leading experts will provide unique insights into the latest challenges and developments facing the profession. Learn how under-resourced maternity wards are doing more with less; how changes in Government policy will impact on the care that midwives provide and what the new training fund will mean for you and your patients.

The Transition Event Midlands 2018

17th May 2018 09:30 | Care Choices Ltd

A one-day conference and exhibition for professionals; parents and carers supporting young adults with additional needs through transition. This conference will explore the life options for young people with additional needs as they move into adulthood. Through identifying and sharing best practice; the conference gives delegates practical guidance allowing them to achieve the best possible transition for the young people they support.

The Customer Care Conference

18th May 2018 08:00 |

The Customer Care Conference seeks to shine the spotlight on the customer experience in the health and protection markets and discuss the popular; if untrue; belief that insurers don’t pay out. The event will examine the steps insurers have to take to advance customer care among both consumers and advisers; examining: cultural; operational and market challenges.

The Future of Food Safety Conference

18th May 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

Join us for the Food Safety Conference where leading experts will discuss the latest developments in the industry. Discover the latest innovations in hygienic food storage and transportation; identify the strengths and weaknesses in your organisation’s food safety strategy and learn how to check if your supply chain is delivering secure and sustainable products.

Revalidation for Pharmacy Professionals

18th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This conference will focus on implementing Pharmacist Revalidation.

Decision Making and Mental Capacity Implementing the 2018 NICE Guidance

18th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This conference focuses on implementing the 2018 NICE Guidance on Decision Making and Mental Capacity and improving the implementation of the Mental Capacity Act in Practice in line with the new recommendations.

SDCA - Swiss DolorClast Academy - training course

19th May 2018 09:00 | E.M.S. Electro Medical Systems SA

Training on Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in theory and practice.

EMS Electro Medical Systems S.A

19th May 2018 09:00 | E.M.S. Electro Medical Systems SA

Training on Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy in theory and practice.

Acute Stroke Management 2018

21st May 2018 08:30 | MA Healthcare

Diagnosis and management in acute stroke care is a one-day conference which aims to bring together leading experts in the field to discuss the current clinical issues; latest developments and practical management of acute stroke care.

Parkinson’s 2018

21st May 2018 08:30 | MA Healthcare

20th Anniversary Conference is a one-day conference which will bring together leading experts in the fields of Parkinson’s to provide updates on the current thinking in the diagnosis and management of insomnia; snoring and sleep apnoea

ASCN UK Urology Masterclass

21st May 2018 10:00 | ASCN UK- Association of Stoma Care Nurses

ASCN UK are holding a One Day Practical Urology Masterclass.

Implementing the NICE Quality Standard for Eating Disorders

21st May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Chaired by Tom Quinn Director of External Affairs Beat this one day CPD certified conference will give you the opportunity to hear practical advice and tips on implementing changes to your service to ensure compliance with the new NICE Draft Quality Standard for Eating Disorders released in November 2017 and due to be published in April 2018.

Mental Health Support for Asylum Seekers and Refugees Providing Emotional First Aid for Refugees: Fourth Annual Conference

21st May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

We are pleased to announce the Fourth National Summit to focus on improving Mental Health Support for Asylum Seekers and Refugees including providing Emotional First Aid for Refugees.

Understanding paediatric post-mortem

22nd May 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Increase your understanding and build confidence in communicating sensitively with parents. Supporting the HTA codes of practice; around consent; donation and post mortem.

Understanding paediatric post-mortem

22nd May 2018 10:00 | Child Bereavement UK

Increase your understanding and build confidence in communicating sensitively with parents. Supporting the HTA codes of practice; around consent; donation and post mortem.

Offender Health Conference: Promoting physical and mental wellbeing

22nd May 2018 10:00 | Salford Professional Development

Caring for the physical and mental wellbeing of those in the criminal justice system is an essential part of the rehabilitation process. With 68;000 people sentenced to custody in the last year alone; the police; courts and prison system are struggling to cope with growing demand. Join us for the Offender Health Conference where leading professionals from across the CJS will explain how the system can do more to support the physical and mental wellbeing of those in its care.

Offender Health Conference: Promoting physical and mental wellbeing

22nd May 2018 10:00 | Salford Professional Development

Caring for the physical and mental wellbeing of those in the criminal justice system is an essential part of the rehabilitation process. With 68;000 people sentenced to custody in the last year alone; the police; courts and prison system are struggling to cope with growing demand.Join us for the Offender Health Conference where leading experts from across the CJS will explain how the system can do more to support the physical and mental wellbeing of those in its care.

Root Cause Analysis: 2 Day Intensive Training Course

22nd May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Facilitated by Kate Hill (Solicitor – InPractice) this interactive and practical course will provide a structured approach to incident investigation from an initial understanding of the legal and factual context through to information collection/analysis/the report and writing a final action plan.

Controlled Drugs Summit: Ensuring the Safer Management of Controlled Drugs: Diversion & Abuse, Prescribing & Use

22nd May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This Annual Controlled Drugs Summit focuses on the safer management and use and prescribing of controlled drugs.

Pressure Ulcers Summit

22nd May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This summit aims to bring together tissue viability/wound care leads and senior nurses to discuss the important issue of eliminating avoidable pressure ulcers.

Mind and body: Practical management of older and frail patients

22nd May 2018 12:45 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The management of older persons is challenging; often frail and harbouring multiple comorbidities; these patients have a wide range of physical and psychological needs. Although general practice is ideally placed to manage these patients; the practicalities of being a GP is often at odds with the time required to assess this complex population and adopt individualised management strategies. Through a series of practically-focussed talks and case studies; we will examine the complex interplay between body and mind; exploring relevant topics including frailty; insomnia; depression; pain and dementia. This unique angle aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and competence to take a holistic approach to managing older patients; supporting both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.

Fire Safety Conference: Building a safer future

23rd May 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

Join us for the Fire Safety Conference where leading experts in fire prevention will explain how to make our homes and workplaces as safe as possible. Understand how safety standards are changing in the wake of the Grenfell tragedy; learn how to improve emergency response and see how different agencies can work together to improve and promote fire safety standards.

Management of Lymphoedema with Kinesio Tape

23rd May 2018 09:00 | Haddenham Healthcare

This 1 day course covers all aspects of treating the patient with lymphoedema using Kinesio taping methods.

Hospital at Night Summit: Delivering a 24/7 Hospital

23rd May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This Hospital at Night Summit focuses on out of hours care in hospitals delivering high quality safe care at night.

Falls Prevention Summit 2018: Reducing Inpatient Falls & Harm from Inpatient Falls

23rd May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This national falls summit focuses on reducing inpatient falls and harm from inpatient falls.

Mind and body: Practical management of older and frail patients

23rd May 2018 12:45 | Omniamed Communications Limited

The management of older persons is challenging; often frail and harbouring multiple comorbidities; these patients have a wide range of physical and psychological needs. Although general practice is ideally placed to manage these patients; the practicalities of being a GP is often at odds with the time required to assess this complex population and adopt individualised management strategies. Through a series of practically-focussed talks and case studies; we will examine the complex interplay between body and mind; exploring relevant topics including frailty; insomnia; depression; pain and dementia. This unique angle aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and competence to take a holistic approach to managing older patients; supporting both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.

Masterclass: The Duty of Candour in Practice

24th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This one-day in-house course led by an experienced Barrister and Accredited Mediator covers the legal framework surrounding the Duty of Candour and what it means in practice.

Commissioning Obesity Care

24th May 2018 13:30 | C3 Collaborating for Health

An important meeting with guest speakers: Oxford University’s Professor John Wass – This session will discuss the challenges of commissioning tier 3 and how to stop decommissioning; Professor Siba Senapati – This session will discuss the challenges with surgery; why we are the lowest in Europe; what can we do to increase this.Chris Ewan; who has 20 years’ experience in senior management roles; predominately in commissioning in local government and the NHS – This session will highlight the difficulties of commissioning and how we can move forward.

Psychological Therapies for Severe Mental Illness: Recovery through Early Interventions

25th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

By attending this one day conference you will hear from expert speakers on how you can improve Psychological Therapies for Severe Mental Illness in your service and ensure you are meeting referral wait times standards.

Caldicott Guardian Training Course

25th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

Facilitated by Christopher Fincken (Independent Member UK Caldicott Guardian Council – Chairman 2012-2017) this one day training course about Caldicott Guardian Principles has been developed to provide both practical and appropriate training for experienced Caldicott Guardians/their deputies and others involved in delivering the Caldicott Guardian Function in a wide range of Organisations.

Care of Dying Adults in the last days of life: Improving Care and ensuring adherence to the NICE National Quality Standard

25th May 2018 10:00 | Healthcare Conferences UK

This national conference will look at improving care of the dying adults in the last days of life and ensuring adherence to the national NICE quality standard in practice.

Primary Care Conference 2018: Delivering the five year forward view

31st May 2018 09:00 | Salford Professional Development

Join us for the ‘Primary Care Conference 2018: Delivering the five year forward view’ where leading experts from across the health sector will provide unique insights into the challenges and opportunities posed by the proposed changes to the NHS and what this means for your organisation.