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Bigger Poster Zone The Poster Zone has expanded and more than 100 posters will be displayed over the two days giving you access to grass roots learning and the opportunity to share best practice across the profession.
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Simulation Training The Simulation Zone is back again. It was so popular last year that it booked up the first morning. “This new feature of the event has real value for pharmacy professionals and we’re really glad to be back. Delegates liked the fact that it bridged the gap between theory and real life, and offers a new, safe and exciting way of learning” said Nick Warren, Senior Lecturer, Non-Medical Prescribing Course Leader – School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Portsmouth. Check the programme inside for the timetable and experience hands on simulation training in asthma, COPD and diabetes scenarios.
Networking “It’s a massive opportunity to come and engage with colleagues, meet new people and build relationships” said Dr Catherine Duggan, Director of Professional Development and Support, Royal Pharmaceutical Society. “Congress is a very good event and we are proud to be hosting the leadership theatre once again.” There are plenty of opportunities to catch up with colleagues, alumni friends and professional peers at the free networking drinks reception.
Exhibitors There will be at least 150 product and service suppliers, all of which can been see on page 12. Everything from new medicines, through education providers to robots. You will also find specialists that can translate the contents of your labels into the language of your local population and companies that might be able to find you that next important job in your career ladder, so make sure you allocate time to the show floor.
Quality Education The two-day conference programme is accredited by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) and programmed in conjunction with Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education (CPPE), the
www.pharmacycongress.co.uk RPS and UK Clinical Pharmacy Association (UKCPA) amongst others. Congress delegates will benefit from a wide range of education including lectures, seminars, debates and the hands on simulation exercises. Whether you are a chief pharmacist, pharmacy technician, working in production or advisor to clinical pharmacy, The Clinical Pharmacy Congress has something for you. Congress Director Laura Shapiro says: “It is clear that there is continuing pressure on everyone in the NHS to ‘work smarter’ with fewer resources. From debating the professional issues related to clinical leadership and quality improvement, to the development of innovative cross-disciplinary working by GPs and pharmacists, the Clinical Pharmacy Congress gives delegates the skills and the opportunities they need to develop excellence in patient care.”
Clinical Pharmacy Congress Awards Laura Shapiro, Congress Director is delighted to announce the launch of the Clinical Pharmacy Congress Awards as a successor to the Best of Clinical Pharmacy Awards. The awards continue to celebrate and acknowledge successful individuals and teams within the pharmacy profession at all levels of their careers, and in all sectors of clinical pharmacy. New award categories have been added. These include: • • • •
Excellence in clinical leadership Excellence in hospital pharmacy practice Excellence in general practice pharmacy Excellence in clinical community pharmacy practice
More details of the shortlisted entries can be found on page 5
Laura Shapiro, Congress Director 02476 719 681, l.shapiro@closerstillmedia.com Mihir Patel, Marketing Manager 0207 013 4976, m.patel@closerstillmedia.com George Ives, Marketing Executive 0207 348 5256, g.ives@closerstillmedia.com Rebecca Royal, Senior Operations Executive 0207 348 5277, r.royal@closerstillmedia.com Louise O’Connell, Senior Operations Manager l.oconnell@closerstillmedia.com Claudia Nyamesah, Speaker Liaison 0207 348 5276, c.nyamesah@closerstillmedia.com Kate Jackson, Head of Conferences kate.jackson@closerstillmedia.com Lucy Pitt, Strategy Director - Healthcare l.pitt@closerstillmedia.com Alexia Maycock, Marketing Director a.maycock@closerstillmedia.com
Congress information
Simulation Zone Live simulation returns to Congress with the popular Sim Man 3G, this year hosted by University of Portsmouth School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences. The sessions on offer are detailed below:
Enhanced triage in primary care Part task trainer devices will be used to demonstrate additional non-invasive investigations pharmacists in primary care can use to enhance patient care, leading to better informed signposting to other healthcare professionals. Use of part task trainers such as blood pressure arms, ear diagnostic trainers and otoscopes will be demonstrated.
Overview of clinical assessment for a patient suffering from an exacerbation of COPD. This case study explores the expanding role of the pharmacist in responding to acutely ill patients developing signs and symptoms of respiratory disease, such as COPD. A patient with symptoms of COPD will be presented using a human patient simulator. A discussion of patient parameters, including breath sounds and nursing observations will illustrate how pharmacists can prioritise interventions and make therapeutic recommendations based on current guidelines.
Medicines management issues in diabetic patients This case study explores the medicines management issues surrounding patients suffering with diabetes mellitus. A diabetic patient will be presented, using a human patient simulator. A discussion of patient parameters and nursing observations will illustrate the complexities of polypharmacy and co-morbidities often seen in diabetic patients.
Opening Times Friday 22nd April 08:30 – 18:15 (Networking reception 18:15 – 19:45) Saturday 23rd April 08:45 – 16:00
Overview of clinical assessment for a patient suffering from an acute asthma attack Michael Leech MRPharmS BSc (Hons) PGCE FHEA, Senior Lecturer and Teaching and Learning Coordinator - School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Portsmouth Nick Warren MRPharmS BSc (Hons) Dip Clin, Senior Lecturer, Non-medical Prescribing Course Leader - School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Portsmouth Michael Collins RN BSc (Hons) PGCE FHEA, Senior Lecturer in Clinical Skills, University of Sunderland
Travel Congress is located in ExCeL London’s Hall N6 which is located 10 minutes from Canary Wharf, in the heart of London’s Royal Docks. There is easy access to the venue via road and rail.
Rail & Tube The Jubilee Line is recommended as the quickest route towards ExCeL from Central London. Alight at Canning Town to change onto the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) bound for Beckton, getting off at Custom House. DLR trains toward the venue normally depart from platform 3. London Underground tickets are valid on the DLR. ExCeL London is located in zone 3.
Road When driving to ExCeL London follow signs for Royal Docks, City Airport and ExCeL. There is easy access from the M25, M11, A406 and A13. For Sat Nav purposes, we recommend using postcode E16 1DR. ExCeL London offers on-site car parking for 3,700 cars.
For further information, please visit the London ExCeL travel page. www.pharmacycongress.co.uk/travel