Upcoming Medical Conferences in Derby

Major Incident Medical Management and Support: The practical approach in the hospital (HMIMMS) Course is organized by Advanced Life Support Group (ALSG) and will be held from Jun 24 - 25, 2019 at Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, England, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is Consultants, Emergency Planning Officers and Medical Officers. This HMIMMS education programme is available for anyone managing aspects of a major incident from a hospital perspective. Course Description: Hospital MIMMS (HMIMMS) is the leading course for hospital staff responsible for planning, training and managing aspects of a major incident from a hospital perspective, with course objectives including: • The type and incidence of major incidents and therefore the need for proper response and management planning • Understand and able to implement and follow the seven principles encapsulated in the CSCATTT approach to successfully managing a major incident. • Understand the need for major incident training—focusing on those aspects of the plan which do not occur in day-to-day practice, i.e., command, control, communication and triage. • Able to deliver the medical support needed for major incidents in the hospital setting using the concept of collapsible hierarchy’ Continuous Professional Development: Revised guidance from the Academy of Medical Royal Collegesemphasises that the focus of CPD should be on its quality and reflection of its impact on a clinician’s practice, rather than the amount of time spent on the activity and that the responsibility for identifying CPD requirements rests with the individual and should be based on their personal areas of practice and personal development plan agreed at their annual appraisal. Although one 'CPD credit' will normally equate to one hour of educational activity, the amount of educational activity obtained from a specific event may vary Between individuals depending on an individual’s specific learning outcomes. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Course: Therapy Management of Parkinson's is organized by National Centre of Rehabilitation Education (NCORE) and will be held on Jun 26, 2019 at Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, England, United Kingdom. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 5.75 CPD Hours. Course Description: This course is aimed at all grades of Allied Health Professionals who have some experience of treating people with Parkinson's and may have previously attended the Derby Parkinson's Courses e.g. NCORE Parkinsonâ Study Day or other relevant training. The programme will cover management at each of the 4 stages of Parkinson's - Diagnosis, Maintenance, Complex and Palliative, with emphasis on the latter 2 stages. Motor and non-motor symptoms will be covered and principles of therapeutic management will be followed by individual discipline workshops. Each session will be led by a clinical specialist in the field of Parkinson's. Course Aims • Gain understanding of problems and management at each of the 4 stages • Understand the impact and implications of hospitalisation on people with Parkinson's • Increase knowledge of impact and management of some non-motor symptoms • To gain knowledge of the best practice and current evidence based therapy management of Parkinson Disease, including Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech & Language Therapy • Address issues raised from National NICE Audit of Therapy in Parkinson's Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Peripheral Nerve Course 27 June 2019 is organized by Pulvertaft Hand Centre and will be held on Jun 27, 2019 at Royal Derby Hospital : Education Centre, Derby, England, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is aimed at CT1-ST8 level surgeons. Description: Course aim is to expand knowledge on the basics of peripheral nerve surgical pathology, develop the appropriate clinical examination and explanation of the neurophysiology using a problem based learning approach. There will be the opportunity to examine patients and practise suturing skills on cadaveric nerves.   Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Hypermobility/Ehlers Danlos Syndrome in Adults & Children: Clinical assessment and management is organized by National Centre of Rehabilitation Education (NCORE) and will be held on Jul 02, 2019 at London Road Community Hospital, Derby, England, United Kingdom. Course Introduction: This course is for those who want to expand their knowledge on the recognition, treatment and management of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome and Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. Course Aims This course will provide participants with the opportunity to review and discuss the assessment treatment and management of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome/Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. This will be within a functional framework and based on the best of the latest evidence. The course will consider hypermobility in all groups including children, athletes, adults - including those with a late diagnosis and those with complex problems. Learning Outcomes At the end of the course the participants will: • Have an understanding of and be able to recognise the clinical presentation of Joint Hypermobility Syndrome/Ehlers Danlos Syndrome in children and adults. • Be able to implement an appropriate functional assessment based on the best of the current evidence base • Be able to plan and implement a functional management plan for patients with Joint Hypermobility Syndrome/Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. • Acknowledge and be able to use strategies for dealing with both functional and behavioural issues. • Have knowledge of suitable evidence based out measures appropriate to dysfunction in Joint Hypermobility Syndrome/Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Vestibular Rehabilitation including Cervicogenic Dizziness is organized by National Centre of Rehabilitation Education (NCORE) and will be held from Jul 03 - 04, 2019 at London Road Community Hospital, Derby, England, United Kingdom. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 15 CPD Hours. Who will Benefit: The course is suitable for physiotherapists, osteopaths and chiropractors with no experience of dizzy patients or those wishing to consolidate existing skills. Course Description: The cervical spine can cause symptoms of unsteadiness and imbalance. This two-day course provides a scientific rationale for the existence of cervicogenic dizziness. Its diagnosis is one of exclusion. Differentiation between vestibular, central neurological and musculoskeletal causes of dizziness is highly important when assessing and treating cervicogenic dizziness.  This updated, intense two-day course covers the essentials of clinical vestibular assessment and treatment. A strong emphasis is placed on differential diagnosis, clinical reasoning and treatment selection. Delegates will be taught to identify signs and symptoms that indicate central/sinister pathology. The rehabilitation techniques included in the course have a strong evidence base. The techniques are not confined to cervicogenic dizziness. The course provides a scientific rationale for the existence and treatment of dizziness arising from the neck. Course Aims By the end of the course delegates should be able to: • Understand basic vestibular anatomy and physiology (semicircular canal orientation+function and the vestibulo-ocular reflex in particular) • Have an overview of the main vestibular pathologies • Take a relevant subjective history including vestibular special questions • Carry out a clinical oculomotor examination • Clinically assess the VOR (dynamic visual acuity, infrared video analysis and head thrust test) • Clinically evaluate different types of nystagmus (central vs peripheral) • Carry out an appropriate outcome-based assessment of balance • Do positional testing for BPPV, interpret findings and treat using the appropriate manoeuvre (posterior, anterior and horizontal canal variants) • Understand the potential for and clinical significance of cervicogenic dizziness • Devise, evaluate and progress a patient-specific exercise-based rehabilitation programme Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

CRN East Midlands - Introduction to Good Clinical Practice - Derby is organized by National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and will be held on Jul 04, 2019 at  Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, England, United Kingdom. Course Description: A practical guide to ethical and scientific quality standards in clinical research. Aims This course is designed to provide a basic introduction to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the requirements of the UK Policy for Health and Social Care, EU Directives and UK Regulations which cover NIHR Portfolio studies and clinical trials conducted within the NHS.  The session has a practical focus with the key aim being that participants know what to do to practice excellent GCP when they return to their workplace to ensure that the rights, safety and well-being of patients are always protected. Expected Learning Outcomes  Following the course, participants will have a demonstrable understanding of the background and practical implications of GCP.  This understanding is intended to be a foundation for action about translating principles into practice and give participants the confidence to take a proactive role in improving processes and standards within their own work area. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Course in Acute Hand Injuries in Adults is organized by Pulvertaft Hand Centre and will be held on Jul 05, 2019 at University of Derby - Enterprise Centre, Derby, England, United Kingdom. Objectives: A very practical ‘hands on’ advanced workshop aimed at MIU, ED and A&E staff. • X Ray Interpretation • Nail bed and Finger tips • POP • Splint for fingers • Local Anaesthesia • Number of places is limited to allow everyone to be able to practice. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Acupuncture for Podiatrists is organized by National Centre of Rehabilitation Education (NCORE) and will be held from Jul 10 - 11, 2019 at London Road Community Hospital, Derby, England, United Kingdom.​ Course Description: This two-day course is designed specifically for HCPC registered Podiatrists and covers the management of common foot and ankle conditions with Acupuncture, including but not limited to plantar fasciitis and achillies tendinopathy. It covers the safety, legislative and practical application of Acupuncture. Course Aims • Introduce Chinese and Western perspectives in Acupuncture • Equip delegates to apply Acupuncture safely (delegates will be required to pass a short safety test as part of the course) • Describe and discuss Acupunctures' physiological effects • Review the most up to date evidence and practically apply Acupuncture for the management of the most common foot and ankle conditions • Discuss the differences and similarities between Traditional Chinese Style Acupuncture and Western Style ''Dry Needling'' and learn to apply both • Apply Electro-Acupuncture for clinical conditions Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Bobath Module 3 - Assessment & treatment of adults with neurological conditions: the patient with established movement dysfunction is organized by National Centre of Rehabilitation Education (NCORE) and will be held from Jul 18 - 19, 2019 at Derbyshire Royal Infirmary, Derby, England, United Kingdom. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 10 CPD Hours. Who will Benefit Qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists working in neurology who have already attended Bobath Module 1 and 2. Introduction This 1.5 day BBTA module will include patient demonstrations, theoretical and practical sessions. It will focus on the assessment and treatment of the patient with more established movement dysfunction. Course Aims • To discuss the pathophysiology and consequences to the patient with established movement dysfunction • To build upon participants ability to analyse posture and movement. • To link the evidence base and clinical practice. Learning Outcomes By the end of the course, the participants should be able to: • Explain the pathophysiology and consequences of UMN syndrome. • Demonstrate a deeper understanding of postural and movement control variations within the normal population. • Problem solve appropriate handling in individual models to align/activate distal key points. • Draw upon improved assessment and clinical reasoning skills to treat a patient with established movement dysfunction. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

The Midlands Conference 2019 is organized by The British Psychological Society (BPS) and will be held on Sep 05, 2019 at Derby Enterprise Centre, Derby, England, United Kingdom. Description: This one-day event has something for everyone and will bring together academics, students, researchers, practicing psychologists and anyone with an interest in psychology from across the midlands for a day of inspiration, expertise, and opportunities. What to expect: • Keynotes • Oral presentations, posters, 5 minute challenge • Round table discussion • Careers exhibition / networking • Psychology in the pub  Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.