BOOKINGS NOW CLOSED On behalf of the Cheshire & Merseyside Practice Development Team, HCP Ed-UK are delighted to invite all qualified Healthcare Professionals working in and supporting Primary Care in Cheshire West to join us for an engaging and informative afternoon on Wednesday 11th March. Doors open from 1.00pm with registration, a light lunch, and the […]
Beyond HbA1c: Modern Diabetes Care in Primary Care Nursing The first in a series of three one-hour Lunch & Learn sessions designed for nurses working in general practice, focusing on contemporary diabetes care beyond glycaemic control. Session 1 SGLT2 Inhibitors: Beyond Glycaemic Control Session overview/content:This session explores the role of SGLT2 inhibitors in modern diabetes […]
This one-day conference is open to all Qualified Practice Nurses and ANPs working in or supporting Primary Care across North Wales. The event offers a valuable opportunity for regional practitioners to gather for education, professional and personal development, and networking. The programme features a range of clinically relevant sessions delivered by expert speakers, including: - […]
This evening webinar will discuss current lipid management options for both primary and secondary prevention. Speaker: Yee Ping Teoh, Consultant Chemical Pathologist and Clinical Lead for Biochemistry at the Wrexham Maelor Hospital, North Wales.
How does obesity influence skin disease? And conversely, how do weight loss drugs affect the skin? Is cold water swimming good for you? Did you get that rash from your guinea pig? And watch out – those topicals are toxic for pets. We explore beauty, leisure and occupational skin hazards. Speaker: Dr Catherine Fernando Dr […]
Beyond HbA1c: Modern Diabetes Care in Primary Care Nursing The second in a series of three one-hour Lunch & Learn sessions designed for nurses working in general practice, focusing on contemporary diabetes care beyond glycaemic control. Session 2 GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: Beyond Glycaemic Control Session overview/content:This session focuses on GLP-1 receptor agonists and their benefits […]
People with skin of colour are under-represented in dermatology literature, both online and in textbooks. This has led to misdiagnosis and delayed treatment for people with darker skin tones. It’s time we upped our game. Speaker: Dr Catherine Fernando Dr Catherine Fernando graduated from Aberdeen Medical School in 2001. She completed MRCP before choosing a […]
Beyond HbA1c: Modern Diabetes Care in Primary Care Nursing The third in a series of three one-hour Lunch & Learn sessions designed for nurses working in general practice, focusing on contemporary diabetes care beyond glycaemic control. Session 3 Carbohydrates, Appetite and Weight: Understanding the Impact Beyond Calories Session overview/content:This session examines the role of dietary […]
Many systemic diseases manifest as dermatological conditions. Knowing the signs can save lives. Join us for a fascinating presentation that will give you the edge in your next clinic. Speaker: Dr Catherine Fernando Dr Catherine Fernando graduated from Aberdeen Medical School in 2001. She completed MRCP before choosing a career in General Practice. Catherine has […]
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT) is a cardiac arrythmia that is more commonly encountered in patients with myocardial infarction and heart failure. It is classified as a Broad Complex Tachycardia (BCT) i.e. the heart rate is greater than 100 beats per minute and the QRS complexes on the ECG are prolonged in duration. However, while VT is […]
An in-depth session on psoriasis. Management of people living with this systemic inflammatory condition should go far beyond the skin Speaker: Dr Catherine Fernando Dr Catherine Fernando graduated from Aberdeen Medical School in 2001. She completed MRCP before choosing a career in General Practice. Catherine has been a GP for 18 years. She loves her […]
Acute pericarditis is defined as an 'inflammatory pericardial syndrome with or without pericardial effusion' It is the most common pathological condition affecting the pericardium. (the bag in which the heart sits) Pericarditis is seen predominantly in males with the average age of hospitalised patients in the 40’s. Pericarditis can mimic a myocardial infarction both in terms […]
Speaker: Dr Catherine Fernando Dr Catherine Fernando graduated from Aberdeen Medical School in 2001. She completed MRCP before choosing a career in General Practice. Catherine has been a GP for 18 years. She loves her role as a salaried GP in East Lothian where she specialises in dermatology. Catherine was awarded a distinction for the […]
As Winter approaches healthcare professionals will unfortunately encounter more patients with life threatening hypothermia. Hypothermia is defined as a drop in body temperature below 35oC and occurs when the body releases more heat than it absorbs or generates. The mortality rate of people with moderate to severe hypothermia is around 50% even with supportive in-hospital care. […]
Seborrhoeic dermatitis, rosacea, periorifical dermatitis, photosensitive skin disorders, actinic keratitis and more. Speaker: Dr Catherine Fernando Dr Catherine Fernando graduated from Aberdeen Medical School in 2001. She completed MRCP before choosing a career in General Practice. Catherine has been a GP for 18 years. She loves her role as a salaried GP in East Lothian […]
What do people’s nails tell us about their health? A lot! What to look for and what it means. Speaker: Dr Catherine Fernando Dr Catherine Fernando graduated from Aberdeen Medical School in 2001. She completed MRCP before choosing a career in General Practice. Catherine has been a GP for 18 years. She loves her role […]
Diabetes Care in Cheshire & Merseyside "Leading Change" Join us for an inspiring & empowering event featuring thought leaders and changemakers working in the world of Diabetes. Together, with expert colleagues, focusing on the emotional health & wellbeing of people with diabetes they’ll explore pressing challenges, share impactful stories, and spark conversation around innovation, inclusion, prevention […]
