PMHA monthly webinar

14th April 2025, 19:00-20:00

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PET 123 (Paediatric Epilepsy Training)

Join us for an upcoming PET course. This series of 1 and 2-day courses offers you the opportunity to improve diagnosing and managing paediatric epilepsies through workshops and interactive sessions. 

Course dates:

PET1 Virtual- Thursday 18 September 2025

PET1 Virtual- Wednesday 22 October 2025

PET1 Virtual- Friday 21 November 2025

PET2 Manchester – 19-20 June 2025

PET3 Manchester – 19-20 June 2025

Course Highlights:

• Comprehensive Learning: Gain in-depth knowledge on epileptic and non-epileptic events.

• Interactive Workshops: Engage in practical workshops.

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and experts during the course.

• Earn CPD Points: Enhance your professional development with 6 or 12 CPD points upon completion of the course.

• Expert Faculty: Learn from highly experienced and respected professionals in paediatric epilepsy. Delivered by Consultant Paediatric Neurologists and Consultant Paediatricians with expertise in epilepsy. 

PET has been developed for: 

• PET1:  1-day course recommended for all doctors and nurses who contribute to the initial or ongoing care of a child experiencing paroxysmal disorders in the acute and community setting.

• PET2:  2-day course covers general aspects of epilepsy (history taking, differential diagnosis, investigation etc) and concentrating on epilepsies in infants and young children. Recommended for all doctors and nurses who care for young children with epilepsies.

• PET3:  2-day course concentrating on the epilepsies presenting in older children and adolescents and transition to adult services. Recommended for all doctors and nurses who care for older children, adolescents and young adults with epilepsy.

Click here to find out more information on the course.

Book your place today! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to attend and make a difference in epilepsy care.

Comments from previous PET attendees: 

PET1 - “Learnt so much, feel strongly that completing this course will be valuable in my ability to perform my role. Thanks so much to you all. Very well organised day!” (Nurse/Practice Educator)

PET1 - “Excellent course, great balance of lectures vs. Workshops. V interactive and interesting and pitched very well. Very well organised also. Best virtual course I’ve attended.” (Consultant Paediatrician)

PET2 – “Genuinely really enjoyed it. What a great resource. Feel more confident and better prepared in my epilepsy journey.” (Consultant Paediatrician)

PET2 – “Excellent course, Enjoyed both days. It gave clarity in approaching an event - Epileptic and non-epileptic.” (Paediatric Neurology Fellow)

PET3 – “Thoroughly beneficial to me and I enjoyed this immensely.” (Specialist Epilepsy Nurse)

PET3 - “A very good course! Really practical and helpful to have discussions about the grey areas. Feel empowered, thanks!” (Trainee)

For more information, visit our course page or contact us on shortcourses@bpna.org.uk.

We look forward to welcoming you to this course!

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RCPCH TREES 

April & May 2025

NEPTUNE 2025

14th & 15th July 

We’re thrilled to announce that NEPTUNE is returning this year, and it’s shaping up to be bigger and better than ever! Join us on 14th-15th July at the Trent Conference Centre, Nottingham for two action-packed days of cutting-edge education, hands-on workshops, and valuable networking with peers from across the Paediatric MDT.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Expert Insights: We’re bringing in top-tier speakers from across various specialist areas of paediatric trauma, including Spinal Trauma, Eye Trauma, Drowning, and cutting-edge discussions on Traumatic and Hypothermic Cardiac Arrest. Whether you’re in-hospital or pre-hospital care, we’ve got you covered!

• Beyond the Clinical: NEPTUNE isn’t just about the medical side – we’re also diving deep into the ‘softer’ skills that make a huge difference in team performance. 

• Interactive Workshops: Following the incredible success of our workshops last year, we’ve doubled the number of sessions! Get hands-on experience in areas like Practical Skills, Ultrasound, Sedation, Prehospital Packaging, Communication, and Simulation. With more options than ever, you’ll have the chance to attend two workshops tailored to your interests.

This is an event you won’t want to miss – whether you're looking to deepen your clinical expertise, improve your team’s performance, or simply connect with others in the field, NEPTUNE 2025 has something for everyone!

Secure your spot today: NEPTUNE Conference Booking

For more details: NEPTUNE Conference Information

We can’t wait to welcome you to Nottingham for an unforgettable learning experience!

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.

Best Regards

NEPTUNE Organising Group

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CHER - Great North Paediatric Conference 2025

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Participants requested for study into changing medical careers

Dear resident doctor,  

Participants requested for study into changing medical careers 

I am a GP with an interest in medical education, and am currently looking at qualified doctors’ career choices, focusing on the challenges for resident specialty doctors who want to switch to GP training. Please see attached information sheet for further details.  

Essential to the research is hearing from current doctors in training about the challenges they see in switching medical careers. If you would like to be involved, please email me directly on matthew.keir@nhs.net or complete the short google form here https://forms.gle/wbRFJ4KvR5upX5zT6

Many thanks for your time, if anyone is interested in discussing this further, please do not hesitate to get in touch.