February, in Leeds
March, in Nottingham

As part of its commitment to the education and support of healthcare professionals, Mölnlycke Health Care, manufacturers of the Biogel® surgical gloves range, has arranged a series of Surgical Gloves Experience Days, starting in January 2012.

The Surgical Gloves Experience Days, which are free to attend, provide delegates valuable information on surgical gloves, including the manufacturing process, the EN455 standard, how manufacturers perform to the required standard and how this impacts a healthcare professional's clinical practice. This will enable delegates to make an informed clinical or procurement based decision on selecting the right surgical glove for their needs. The interactive workshops are aimed at theatre staff, surgeons, clinical leads and procurement staff.

The day will also include a session on the financial impact of blood-borne viruses and needlestick injuries to staff and patients. Delegates will learn how these can be reduced with the introduction of the EU Sharps Directive which will require mandatory compliance for all healthcare facilities by 2013. Each delegate will receive a certificate of attendance, which will count towards their continuing professional development file.

Torbjörn Turland, Product Manager, Mölnlycke Health Care, says: "The experience days provide an excellent forum to share industry knowledge of the complexities of the manufacturing process for surgical gloves. This is really important in order to comply with the demands of the EN455 Standard and gives healthcare professionals the relevant information to be able to choose a surgical glove that is both safe and comfortable. The Surgical Gloves Experience Days are a great way to demonstrate this as well providing information and guidance to healthcare workers."

The first Surgical Gloves Experience Days are scheduled for Tuesday 24 January 2012, at The Royal College of Surgeons in London, and Wednesday 25 January at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Birmingham city centre. There are also further workshops planned for Leeds & Nottingham, in February and March. For more information, or to reserve a place on one of the workshops, please contact Torbjörn Turland on 01582 676 108 or email torbjorn.turland@molnlycke.com

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Thursday 23 February 2012

Student nurses and medical device representatives can benefit from AfPPs theatre access course to develop the competencies required when attending a surgical procedure. This will include practical advice on how to comply with infection control guidelines and procedural policies.

This insightful course will take place from 10am to 2pm at AfPPs headquarters in Harrogate, and costs £300 or £180 for student nurses (including VAT). To book your place, please contact: Joanna Ripley at joanna.ripley@afpp.org.uk or 01423 882 948.

Full details of these and all other AfPP courses are available here.

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29 February - 1 March 2012

This course is aimed at the multi-professional surgical team who undertake amputations. There will be hands-on sessions and a multi-disciplinary faculty of vascular, plastic, orthopaedic, general surgeons, anaesthetists and rehabilitation experts who will cover the techniques of all the amputations from digital amputations to hind quarter.

Amputations are commonly performed procedures. There is a relatively high failure and revision rate for amputations. The functional results can also be improved by well performed amputations. Most amputations are performed in elderly patients with peripheral vascular disease, but occasionally these procedures are required in younger patients with non-salvageable limb injury or tumour. There are a variety of amputation techniques ranging from toe amputation to the rare hind quarter amputation. Traditionally these procedures have been taught on the job, but the changes in training and working hours make it desirable for the principles of these procedures to be taught outside operating theatres. This course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of the principles and techniques of all amputations with the opportunity to practice these on cadavers under the supervision of an experienced multi-disciplinary faculty.

Held at: The Royal College of Surgeons of England
Contact: education@rcseng.ac.uk or 020 7869 6300

Further information here.

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8 - 9 March, 2012

Building on the success of the inaugural Florence Nightingale Foundation Conference, we are pleased to announce the second annual conference will be taking place on 8th & 9th March 2012 at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in London.

Who is it for?

This Conference is aimed at senior professionals across all aspects of healthcare delivery and is relevant to everyone in healthcare. It will also be accredited for clinical professionals and an application is being made to the Royal College of Physicians for medical staff.

Why should I attend?

This two day Healthcare Innovation Conference will provide you with the opportunity to: hear from a range of inspirational, high profile speakers take part in a wide variety of outstanding masterclasses focusing on spreading best practice and innovation in Healthcare network with other senior healthcare professionals and leaders

Charity Gala Dinner

On the evening of the 8th March we shall also be hosting a Charity Gala Dinner, not only offering you the chance to show your support for the Florence Nightingale Foundation, but the opportunity to socialise with other leaders in healthcare innovation and contribute to the future of tomorrow's leaders.

Click here for further information.

For further information or questions please call us on 01772 767782 or email us at florencenightingale@glasgows.co.uk.

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CARDIFF: Friday 23 to Saturday 24 March 2012

You're invited to Cardiff this spring for 'Small Changes, Big Impact' - the annual IHI Open School (UK) Conference.

Healthcare students, practice educators and academics from across the UK will be in Europe's fastest growing capital for two unique days.

Make sure you join them as they explore the real difference that small improvement changes are making within healthcare. And discover the part you can play in this exciting movement for change – working together to improve patient care and safety.

A packed programme will include recognised experts in quality improvement, systems engineering, patient safety, human factors and team leadership. They'll be ready to share their knowledge and insights from an array of experiences and backgrounds to help you develop your own personal improvement skills.

Due to expected attendance patterns, Friday 23 March will focus on academic staff and pratice educators and Saturday 24 March on students - but both days will be relevant to everyone. You can join us for either day or both.

You'll also have an opportunity to submit an abstract for the conference – to share your improvement experience and learning with delegates.

Quality improvement – what's it all about?

In healthcare we need to develop a culture of ongoing improvement in order to provide the best possible care and reduce waste, harm and variation in the system. The experience of the health service is that excellent care can be provided, but it's not always provided reliably and consistently. Individuals in our care deserve the very best and as students and lecturers, you have the opportunity to drive changes to meet that expectation.

Book your place today!

Spaces are limited for this year's conference and are available on a first come, first serve basis. You can book to attend one or both days.

Use our online booking service to reserve your place. Should you need further details, please email Sue Lister or call (029) 2082 7653.

The conference is taking place at Cardiff Metropolitan University School of Management and information is available for transport links and accommodation.

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2nd May (Wen) - 4th (Fri) May, 2012

Venue: University of London, London, UK

Purpose: Education of patient safety principle and method to clinical workers by world famous leaders in UK.

Targeted delegate: hospital director & manager, medical doctor, nurse, pharmacologist, residents, other paramedical workers, healthcare student, others. The maximum delegate number is 300 people.

Language: English

Organizer: Union of Risk Management for Preventive Medicine (URMPM) Registration office: Fitwise Management Ltd, UK

Registration manner and the fee: HERE.

Leaflet: HERE.

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BT Convention Centre, Liverpool
19-21 November 2012
Website: www.hisconference.org.uk
The 8th International Healthcare Infection Society (HIS) Conference and Federation of Infection Societies (FIS) annual conference

The HIS conference takes place every two years and is the major international conference focusing on infection control attracting leading world experts in healthcare associated infections as speakers and delegates. As well as attracting accreditation from both the ACCME and the Royal College of Pathologists, it will provide a unique opportunity for everyone involved to learn the latest developments in this rapidly expanding and changing field.

The meeting is driven by an excellent scientific programme covering topics such as infection prevention and control, epidemiology and surveillance, decontamination, new technologies, infectious diseases, laboratory microbiology and antimicrobial agents to name a few. There will also be an opportunity for delegates to exchange views and ideas about the latest developments in nosocomial and hospital acquired / healthcare associated infections.

HIS is returning to Liverpool, one of Britains most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities, after the very successful 2010 HIS International Conference. The 2012 event will again be located in the BT Convention Centre, a purpose built, state of the art facility situated in the heart of Liverpool along the historic, world heritage waterfront.

Early bird registration rate closes after 10th September 2012

Abstract submission closes 21st September 2012

For more information and to register visit www.hisconference.org.uk email: HISconference@fitwise.co.uk / Phone: 01506 811077

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