An Overview of Skin Surgery in General Practice from simple to complex: What Can Be performed, by whom, and the training requirements. This presentation will guide GPs to the benefits of diversifying into community surgery, and highlighting what skin surgery procedures can be safely and effectively performed in the community, including the necessary training requirements as the complexity increases.

This presentation focuses on the clinical features of skin cancer and simple dermoscopic features of common benign lesions.

What every GP should know about Vasectomies and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome diagnosis and treatment options - This presentation will provide a practical guide for GPs regarding vasectomies and carpal tunnel syndrome, covering indispensable key insights, essential patient counselling points and what information to include in referrals for community surgery.

This presentation focuses on the treatment of different types of psoriasis in Primary Care, management of associated comorbidities, and details when to refer.

With demand for menopause care soaring and no additional funding to meet it, how can GP practices support patients effectively without overwhelming existing resources? This session explores practical, evidence-based strategies to streamline menopause care, reduce appointment pressures, and enhance patient outcomes. Through a real-world case study, we'll illustrate how one practice successfully supported its in-house menopause specialist, shortened consultation times, reduced repeat appointments, and provided essential lifestyle optimisation without increasing costs.  This talk is designed for Practice Managers looking for scalable, cost-effective solutions that improve menopause care while protecting valuable GP time.

An overview of the causes , assessment and simple management of prolapse in Primary care, with tips on how to support women in practice.

This session takes a case based approach to addressing the topic of vulval atrophy and its affects on the wellbeing of women, and how best to manage this  to improve quality of life.

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection, transmitted by the bite of an infected tick.  Early diagnosis and treatment provides the best chance of recovery, but symptoms can be non-specific and easily missed at all stages, with potential long term debilitating consequences.  This session will provide insight into the wide array of Lyme disease symptoms, that may present in primary care, highlight the key advice within the NICE Lyme Disease Guideline (NG95), present results from a recent UK national survey of patient experiences and include case study to demonstrate the consequences of a delayed diagnosis. LEARNING OUTCOMES At the end of the session participants will be able to:  Recognise the signs and symptoms of early and disseminated Lyme disease.  Know how to differentiate ‘erythema migrans' rashes from other insect bites or rashes. Understand the importance of early and adequate antibiotic treatment in preventing persistent symptoms.  Know where to access up-to-date educational material and guidelines on Lyme disease.  More confidently advise on tick bite prevention & correct use of tick removers.  Outline the potential role of the nurse practitioner in developing ‘Lyme Awareness' across the primary care team.  Have an awareness of the recognised scientific uncertainties and the need for further research.

Dr Megan Rossi will unravel the complexities of probiotics, drawing on insights from her award-winning PhD, over 15 years of clinical practice, and international probiotic guidelines. She will clarify common myths, address consumer confusion in the supplement aisle, and present the latest scientific evidence on the role of live bacteria in gut health.

Diet is one of the most powerful tools for preventing cardiovascular disease, but emerging research is challenging traditional advice and reshaping our approach. This talk will dive into the latest evidence on heart-healthy eating, from the role of ultra-processed foods and plant-based diets to the impact of specific nutrients like omega-3s, fiber, and fermented foods.  We'll explore the science behind precision nutrition, how genetic and metabolic factors influence dietary responses and discuss the latest debates, including saturated fat, dairy, and the evolving role of intermittent fasting.  Join me as we separate fact from fiction and uncover how the newest nutritional strategies can be harnessed to optimize heart health and prevent CVD more effectively than ever before.

This session will explore: The types and pathophysiology of SpA  Key clinical features, diagnostic challenges, and tools like the SPADE assessment for early detection. Referral pathways and criteria. Evidence-based guidelines ,pathways and management strategies in primary care. Real-life case studies demonstrating the importance of early intervention and multidisciplinary care. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how to identify, diagnose, and manage inflammatory back pain in their practice, enhancing patient outcomes and reducing delays in treatment.

Melanoma of the foot holds a poorer prognosis then melanoma elsewhere due to a number of factors. This session covers clinical presentation and discusses how it may be detected earlier by healthcare professionals.

This session will provide an update on advances in our understanding of osteoarthritis in the foot and ankle and how it can be treated. It will also provide delegates an insight into the current BigTOE trial in people with 1st metatarsophalangeal joint OA and an opportunity to become involved in this exciting NIHR funded trial.

By the end of the presentation delegates will understand how to consider how changes in hormones during menopause may affect the lower limb. They will be able to consider discussing menopause  as part of their podiatry consultation.

Can CGMs change the way we view a diabetes diagnosis? 

This session will spend discuss pre school wheeze in detail (covering episodic viral wheeze / multiple trigger wheeze and the challenges of making an asthma diagnosis) along with appropriate investigations and options in treatment. The session will also provide some tips and clinical pointers when managing children in the community or thinking about hospital admission when managing acute respiratory infections. 

This session will cover the practical application of the new British Asthma Guidelines - tips on how to make the diagnosis, new guidance on how to manage people with asthma - and guidance on how to manage those who are already on treatment that doesn’t fit with the new guidance, and manage those where the diagnosis appears uncertain (on or off treatment). Practical and designed for those active in clinical practice. 

Having the decision of whether and when to have children is fundamental to the physical, psychological and social wellbeing of women. Numerous studies have shown that the number of unintended pregnancies can decrease when there is an increased use of contraception. Women want the ability to choose when and whether they want to become pregnant; they deserve to make an informed choice that is right for them. Providing equitable access to contraception, however, is a major challenge and now an important priority, in terms of service provision.

A guide to managing respiratory infection in primary care. 

Latest updates in the management of COPD.

Empowering practice managers to drive transformation in primary care.

This session explores strategies to improve primary care efficiency by optimising recruitment, implementing a skills matrix, and enhancing receptionist-led triage. Attendees will learn the importance of purposeful staffing, clearly defined roles, and attracting the right talent.  By the end of the session, participants will:  Understand how to implement a skills matrix to delegate tasks effectively, such as medication reviews and chronic disease management. Gain insights into optimising workforce planning to improve practice efficiency and patient care. Learn how to train receptionists in effective triage to prioritise patients based on urgency, improving care navigation. Develop strategies for recruiting and retaining the right team members to enhance service delivery. This session provides practical solutions to streamline primary care operations, ensuring a more effective and patient-centred approach to service provision.

Expectations of management of IPC for CQC inspection and how to manage your IPC workload.

Sharing strategies for improving communication with patients, gaining feedback and improving health access.

This will cover practical management of pregnancy during pregnancy and associated symptoms of breathlessness and their management. It will cover management of respiratory infection and value of immunisations in the group of people and also highlight the importance of Very Brief Advise to support smoking cessation. 

The best maternity care relies on team work with members of the MDT coming together to support the woman and family. In this talk I will explore the role of primary care in supporting new parents through preconception, pregnancy, birth and beyond.

Lyme disease, transmitted via the bite of a tick, can often present as a musculoskeletal issue with joint and muscle pain, nerve pain, fatigue, weakness, pins and needles and numbness. It can also have many overlapping clinical symptoms with inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disease, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. These later stage symptoms of Lyme disease can occur weeks, months or years after the initial infection, when the disease has become systemic and more complex. Physiotherapists have a key role to play in recognising these signs and symptoms within their patients. This session will discuss when to suspect Lyme disease, the relevant clinical questions to ask and what to do next. A case study will illustrate this learning.  Learning outcomes: At the end of the session participants will: - Understand how Lyme disease is transmitted to humans - Recognise the multi-systemic signs and symptoms of Lyme disease - Understand the challenges in differentiating Lyme disease from other MSK conditions and masqueraders. -  Recognise  the key role that physiotherapists can play in identifying this complex disease.-  Know how to access and use up-to-date guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease - Have an awareness of the recognised scientific uncertainties and the need for further research.