Programme

Please note that this programme is subject to change


Our one-day virtual conference offers a fantastic opportunity for GPs, at any career stage, and their wider teams to engage and learn from experts in their fields, whilst gaining insight into the topics and issues that affect primary care. Update your knowledge and join us for the sessions that support your learning and development. 


Sponsored sessions will not be made available on demand.

08:50

Plenary 1

Welcome

09:00
Chair’s opening address

09:20
Q&A

09:30
Coffee break and networking

09:45

Plenary 2

'Physician, heal thyself': Occupation health for GPs

Join our expert panel to explore the unique occupational health challenges faced by GPs and discover practical strategies for maintaining your own wellbeing. This session highlights tools and resources to help you prioritise self-care while delivering exceptional care to your patients.

Panel Discussion 

Chaired by: Dr Thomas Patel-Campbell

Speakers:

Dr Shriti Pattani OBE

Clinical Director/Consultant in Occupational Medicine

Dr Lucy Henshall
10:30
Coffee break and networking

10:45
Sponsored Symposium 1

11:15
Coffee break and networking

11:30

Plenary 3

Bridging the gap: Empowering success for GP registrars

Join our diverse panel of GP Registrars and educators discussing how we can support the next generation of GPs by understanding the critical needs of GP Registrars and how to address those. This session focuses on effective mentorship, pastoral care, career development and practical tips for common challenges faced during GP training.

Chaired by: Dr Johnny Lyon-Maris

Speakers:

Dr Deepthi Lavu

RCGP GP Registrar Co-Chair

Dr Selvaseelan Selvarajah

TPD IMG GP Trainees

Professor Christopher Warwick

Primary Care Dean & Deputy Postgraduate Dean for NHSE WT&E Kent, Surrey & Sussex (South East)

12:15
Coffee break and networking

12:30
Sponsored Symposium 2

13:00
Lunch break and networking

13:30

Plenary 4

Have we got news for you: How the College is supporting our members

Stay updated on the latest initiatives and programmes designed to support you in your professional journey. Learn how the College is advocating for your needs and providing resources to help you thrive in an evolving healthcare landscape.

Chaired by: Dr Victoria Tzortziou Brown OBE, Vice Chair (External Affairs), RCGP

Speaker:

Dr Victoria Tzortziou Brown OBE

Vice Chair (External Affairs), RCGP

14:15
Coffee break and networking

14:30
Sponsored Symposium 3

15:00
Coffee break and networking

15:15

Plenary 5

Flexible working in the 21st Century

Discover how flexible working arrangements can transform your career, improve work-life harmony and meet the demands of modern general practice. This session offers insights and practical advice on navigating the benefits and challenges of flexible working models.

Chaired by: Dr Michael Mulholland & Dr Johnny Lyon-Maris

Speakers:

Dr Emma Wong

Dr Tom France

RCGP national GP Registrar Vice Chair and a GP Registrar representative on the RCGP North West England Faculty Board

Dr Maisun Elftise

GP, Consultant in Integrated and Community Care

16:00
Coffee break and networking

16:10
Sponsored Symposium 4

16:30
Coffee break and networking

16:40

Plenary 6

Mind the gap: How GPs are addressing health inequalities in their communities

Learn how GPs are making a difference in tackling health disparities and improving outcomes for underserved populations. This session showcases innovative approaches, challenges and success stories from the frontlines of primary care.

Chaired by: Professor Kamila Hawthorne, RCGP Chair and Head of Graduate Entry Medicine, Swansea University Medical School

Speakers:

Dr Andy Knox MBE

GP, Associate Medical Director, NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board

Professor Dominic Patterson

GP, Chair of the RCGP Health Inequalities group

Dr Catriona Morton

GP Partner, Ex Deputy Chair RCGP Scotland

The content from our virtual conference is free to RCGP Members. To access the on-demand content, register here. You will then receive an email outlining how to access the on-demand platform closer to the event date.

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