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TRN Regional Representatives: Applications are now open for the following RCPCH TRN regional representative roles, East of England, South West - Severn, South West - Peninsula, Kent, Surrey and Sussex, Yorkshire and Humber and North West - Mersey. View the role description for further information and individuals can apply for the role via the College Website, applications will close 12pm on 18 August.
Academic Trainees Day: The Academic Trainees Day is taking place on 6 November. This is a free online event aimed at supporting postgraduate doctors training in paediatrics who have a keen interest in research. Throughout the day, there will be talks and workshops focusing on four core areas: understanding research infrastructure, exploring research methodologies, opportunities for research collaboration and learning how to effectively utilise research tools. View the poster for further information and individuals can register for the event via the RCPCH website.
TREES: The next TREES session is taking place on 5 August, 13:00. The topic is 'The role of research in addressing child health inequalities' by Professor Ian Sinha, Consultant Respiratory Paediatrician at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and Professor in the Division of Child Health at the University of Liverpool. Please see the flyer for further information.
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MRCPCH Mock Examination Prep Course - 13th & 20th September
Flyer
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NHS England NE - Regional workshops
Clinical Decision Making
Every doctor makes decisions every day, but have you ever been taught how to make decisions? Have you ever thought about why you make different decisions at different times? How does the bias of the patient, the environment you are in, and your thought process affect your decision making? This training will help you think more critically about your clinical decisions and help you make wiser decisions about your patients.
- Wednesday 17th September 2025 at Copthorne Hotel, Newcastle - book your place
Mentoring Skills Workshop
This workshop is designed to equip participants with the key knowledge and skills required to perform effective mentorship. Building on the knowledge gained from the e-Learning for Healthcare (e-LfH) ‘Medical Mentoring’ programme, this workshop will support discussion around your experience of mentoring and provide the opportunity to apply mentorship frameworks as a mentor in a supportive environment.
Dealing with Sleep Deprivation
Delivery of patient care in the 21st century NHS requires a 24-hour workforce, and this practical workshop is designed to help you recognise and understand the impact of variable shift work on your own personal wellbeing and your ability to deliver patient care. The workshop will also offer practical tips on how you can minimise the risks of variable shift work and fatigue and improve your core sleep.
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CHER - Great North Paediatric Conference 2025
After a two-year break and in collaboration with Northeast & North Cumbria integrated care board (NENCICB) and North of England Paediatric Society (NEPS), we are delighted to announce the Great North Paediatric Conference is now open for bookings
This will be on the 18th and 19th September at the Newcastle Civic Centre.
Link below to our website for booking.
Cher Newcastle – Child Health Education & Revalidation
We have some fantastic speakers including key notes from:
Professor Steve Turner, President of RCPCH
Professor Damian Roland on national PEWS
Dr Paula Drummond on novel approaches to bladder and bowel issues
Dr David Campbell on emerging approaches to pancreatitis
Prof Greta Defeyter on food insecurity
Prof Nick Embleton on the butterfly project
Dr Sunil Bhopal on the Born in Bradford project
In addition, there will be many talks updating us on key aspects of paediatric care as well as this year a theme of integrated care and early interventions woven into day 2.
FEES
Consultants/GPs
2 days - £275
1 day - £175
Any other level doctor
2 days - £225
1 day - £150
Associated medical professional (including nurses, physio, OT etc)
2 days £75
1 day - £50
Book early to secure your place!
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PAFTAs for 2025 are now open.
Please take the time to nominate your fantastic colleagues and get them the recognition they deserve!
Every nominee gets a certificate so your entry does not have to be detailed but the more you write the better chance they have of winning.
The awards ceremony is going to be a FREE event, but we will be giving priority to those who are nominated and to those who make a nomination, so get submitting!
Clickable link to nomination form (multiple entries are allowed):
https://forms.office.com/e/QADU9MVRDB
(@nhs.net email address is required to access, but anyone can make a nomination so please share with the wider MDT)
Please help spread the word, and as ever any questions then get in touch!
Nat Jansen
nathaniel.jansen@nhs.net
PAFTA Committee Chair
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Centre for Population Health Conference - 20 November 2025
We are delighted to announce the upcoming Centre for Population Health Conference, taking place on 20th November 2025 in Newcastle. This is a fantastic opportunity for trainee doctors to engage in a forward-thinking event that explores the broader determinants of health and the ways we can work across sectors to improve population outcomes.
Why attend?
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Explore critical issues in population health, from health inequalities and prevention strategies to the social, economic, and environmental factors shaping public health today.
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Collaborate across sectors – this conference is not just for healthcare professionals. You’ll hear from and network with experts in housing, education, local government, and beyond, supporting a truly integrated approach to population wellbeing.
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Enhance your training – the topics discussed offer rich ground for reflection and discussion, supporting your curriculum and professional development. Whether you're preparing for portfolio entries or simply broadening your perspective, this event can offer meaningful learning and inspiration.
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Share your innovative work and projects - abstract submission for poster presentations is currently open.
Please see the link below for more information.
https://centreforpopulationhealth.co.uk/2025-conference
We hope to see you there!
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BACCH Regional Meeting
6th November 2025
We would like to invite you to attend the BACCH (British Association of Community Child Health) Northern Regional Meeting on Thursday 6th November 2025 at Ramside Hall. This is an all day face to face event and our first in person meeting for over 10 years. The programme is relevant to all those working in community child health, including paediatricians, paediatric trainees and allied health professionals. It will be an exciting opportunity to network with colleagues from across the region and to receive updates on areas of healthcare particularly relevant to the children and their families that we care for. Topics include:
There will also be an opportunity for trainees to present the work that they have been doing.
Places can be booked via the BACCH website using the link below. We would be grateful if you could share details of the meeting with interested colleagues.
BACCH Northern Regional Meeting (Durham) | British Association for Community Child Health
Call for abstracts:
Link to the google form here: https://forms.gle/mCpoBF3RfSWA26B39
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best wishes from
The Northern Region BACCH Committee
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CHIPS Consultants providing bi-monthly teaching sessions
-Mon 15th September, 12:30-13:30 – EHCP writing + discussions
-Fri 17th October, 12:30-13:30- End of Life Symptom Management- Pain + Nausea
-Tues 18th November, 12:30-13:30- EHCP writing + discussions
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/758d3696-6672-46f5-a75e-e14603427d98@37c354b2-85b0-47f5-b222-07b48d774ee3
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British Paediatric Neurology Association-
Paediatric Epilepsy Training 123
Course dates:
PET1 Virtual – Thursday 18 September 2025
PET1 Virtual – Wednesday 22 October 2025
PET1 Virtual – Friday 21 November 2025
PET2 Peterborough – 10-11 September 2025
PET2 Virtual- 16-17 October 2025
PET2 Newcastle- 13-14 November 2025
PET3 Peterborough – 10-11 September 2025
PET3 Newcastle- 13-14 November 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.
- PET4ward: 2-Day bespoke course following on from PET123, for those wishing to keep up to date with new and breaking topics within paediatric 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.
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This HEE (working across North East and North Cumbria) paediatric event newsletter is circulated every month. If you have any courses or meetings that you wish to advertise to trainees/trainers please contact Adele Simpson or Kelly Baxter before the last week of the month.