Live Longer Better The aim of the project is to reduce disability, dementia and frailty, by enabling older people to become more active, not only physically but also mentally. The Living Longer Better programme aims to increase healthy life expectancy, and for every year of healthy life expectancy the need for health and social care […]
This conference is taking place on Wednesday, 19 October, from 9am-4.30pm at the Sands Resort Hotel, Watergate Road, Porth, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 3LX. After 3 years it is exciting to be able to meet again and restart the Better Together Conference. We have a great line up of national, regional and local speakers with a mix […]
Tamar Foundation Drs Careers Day Friday, 21 October, 2022 9am - 4pm Free event GP Junior Doctors Career's Event Considering a career in general practice but unsure of the training pathway or career options? The Tamar RCGP Faculty are holding an event at Dartington Hall, on Friday, 21 October, for doctors considering a career in […]
This session, delivered by Dr Sarah Gray, will be taking place on Tuesday, 8 November, from 2-5pm, at St Erme Community Centre. This session will cover: Physiology of menopause Patient assessment What is going on What alters my options What can I offer? Prescribing HRT Products workshop Clinical scenarios Review and problem solving Contraception in […]
This Practice Manager Conference in Cornwall is the first of its kind in the country and is hosted by the Institute of General Practice Management (IGPM) and supported by Kernow Health CIC and Kernow Local Medical Committee. Date: Wednesday, 16 November, 2022 Time 9.30am - 4.30pm Venue: Atlantic Hotel, Newquay Delegate rate: £110 (50% discount […]
This session will be taking place on 17 November, from 2-5pm, at St Erme Community Centre. It will be delivered by Dr Sarah Gray. This session will cover: Background to the method Options available Patient assessment and counselling Pain relief Fitting techniques Complications Follow up and troubleshooting Removal/replacement Learning objectives Better understanding and knowledge Confidence […]
We are delighted to be joined by experienced and inspirational speakers who will share the latest approaches in workforce transformation and illustrate them with real-world successful examples in practice. Dr Matt Kearney, Executive Clinical Director, Cardiovascular Health, UCL Partners, London, will present an overview and the benefits of innovative workforce models that can be adapted to […]
Being a GP with Neurodiversity Tuesday, 6 December - 7:30-8:30pm, Online In this session, Dr Sarah Michaels will speak about her own experiences of being a GP with Neurodiversity.
Former Chair of the Somerset CCG and Dr Mohit Venkataram discuss the 'John Lewis' Model at The Future of Primary Care Webinar on 7 December 2022. Are you a health professional working in primary care in the NHS? Are you interested in knowing what primary care health leaders have to say about the future of […]
The aim of this event is to explore the benefits and challenges of using FeNO testing within the diagnosis of asthma in primary care settings. During the collaborative we will share learning, best practice, and discuss areas of interest such as barriers, training and misconceptions with discussions covering a spectrum of clinical scenarios. The collaborative welcomes all […]
Developing the confidence and competence of local health and social care providers in identifying and managing IPC risks and promoting good antimicrobial stewardship are key priorities within national IPC guidance. A Cornwall IPC network will support implementation of effective IPC practices with full support from the NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly IPC team. The […]
An opportunity to discuss current infection prevention and control issues and events, and for the infection prevention and control team to answer any questions you may have. Click here to join the meeting
Held via Microsoft Teams. Participants will be provided with evaluation forms, participation certificates and copies of the PowerPoint presentations. For more information, please email ciosicb.ipc@nhs.net Book sessions online via the Kernow Health CIC training hub website (click on links below): Thursday 20 April 2023, 12:30pm to 2pm Thursday 13 July 2023, 12:30pm to 2pm Thursday […]
In addition to ongoing routine surveillance, on a monthly basis the infection prevention and control team review two cases of healthcare associated infections, one case of C.diff and one case of a gram negative blood stream infection (each case of MRSA blood stream infection is reviewed as required). This exercise is intended to: Engage and […]
At Best Practice London you have a huge choice of educational content. Our 6 conference theatres provide both clinical and non-clinical sessions for GPs, Practice Managers, PCN Managers, Practice Nurses, GP/PCN Pharmacists, and other ARRS roles. Earn more than 20% of your annual CPD requirement, for FREE! Understand the latest policy developments in general practice and […]
Free education update day for Primary Care - helping you to help patients! This study day is for GPs, ACPs and ECPs in primary care and will be held at Lanhydrock Hotel and Golf Club (St Hydroc Suite), Lostwithiel Road, Bodmin, PL30 5AQ. Parking is free at this venue. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. What will be […]
25% NHS discount = NHSdiscount25 at checkout In this exclusive online workshop, learn from Emily Perry, an HR consultant and Dr Louise Taylor, an NHS GP with a special interest in the menopause. Workshop Outline What is the menopause How does it impact women How does it impact on the workplace An update on the […]
A new training opportunity for healthcare professionals who do not specialise in eating disorder treatment but may encounter people experiencing symptoms. Beyond the Symptoms is a CPD accredited course, delivered by the charity Beat. The training is available for free for professionals in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and supports development in: Spotting early […]
The NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly (CIOS) Integrated Care board (ICB) infection prevention and control (IPC) team have acquired funding to purchase Harrogate and District NHS community IPC resources for general practice, for primary care providers in Cornwall. Please kindly visit the Harrogate and District NHS community IPC resources website for further information, and […]
A MSK study morning focussed mainly on hand and wrist, plus foot and ankle conditions. Pathways, hand and wrist injections and management will be covered. Free to join and lunch provided.
Dementia and delirium training created for all health and social care staff who come into regular contact with people living with dementia. The training follows Health Education England tier 2 dementia training and is delivered by the clinical experts from Cornwall (see below). The event is free, includes tea and coffee but please bring your […]
As part of CFT's community mental health transformation programme, the Complex Emotional Difficulties team (CED) want to support people across the healthcare system and wider community who work with their client groups. We are inviting everyone who supports those with CED to join a community of practice, the first meeting of which will be on […]
We are excited to announce our upcoming joint webinar with Capsticks, where OneMedical Property's Rachel Beverley-Stevenson, will be joined by Deema Sodha, Principal Associate of Capsticks and Jonathan Kerry, Associate Director of Primary Care and Delivery (Wigan) NHS Greater Manchester, and would be delighted if you could join us. Our expert speakers will be sharing […]
Free education update day for Primary Care - helping you to help patients! This study day is for GPs, ACPs, ECPs and prescribing pharmacists in primary care and will be held at Grand Hall Alverton Hotel, Tregolls Road, Truro, TR1 1ZQ. Parking is free at this venue. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. What will […]
