The North and West London Faculty are running an interactive theory and practice course designed to prepare those new to these skills to undertake minor surgical procedures. The course is also ideal for those already performing procedures who need to update or refresh their knowledge and skills. The course meets the DoH requirement (2014 DES minor surgery contract) for formal assessment of competency by the inclusion of Direct Observation of Procedural Skills (DOPS) assessments during practical skills sessions. Learners will view videos demonstrations and undertake minor surgical skills under tutor guidance and observation. Small group work question and answer sessions illustrated presentations and practice kits skin pads and suture models enhance the learning opportunities build confidence and enhance surgical techniques and skills. Delegates will get 10 CPD points for completing this course.

This evenings talk is with Dr Swati Jha – Consultant Gynaecologist. Dr Jha is an accredited Sub-specialist in Urogynaecology and a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital. Her main areas of interest are Urogynaecology (vaginal prolapse and urinary incontinence) and General Gynaecology (period problems). She is the lead for Perineal Trauma and has an interest in vulval and perineal problems (enlarged labia and vaginal laxity) and also problems of painful sex. She is actively involved in Urogynaecology research, holds several grants and has published in international journals and written book chapters. This is FREE for members and is a must for GP/GP Trainees. A buffet will be provided.

This 1 day AKT Preparation course is delivered by the RCGP Wessex Faculty education team and has been developed specifically to help you to reach your maximum exam potential. Using up to date RCGP mock examination questions. We believe it is simply the best preparation that you can get for the exam.

Are you worried about doing telephone triage or perhaps you are already experienced in this high risk area and want to brush up on your skills? This course will provide you with a real understanding of how to manage the risks involved in telephone consultations and the benefits this work can bring when practiced effectively. This day is entirely practical and will give you tools and techniques to handle telephone consultations.

Join us for an update on ophthalmology at the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce on 25 September. The evening will start with a light supper and chance to network with colleagues at 18.00 followed by the main event at 19.00. Speakers:- Mr Amit Patel Mr Yajati Ghosh Programme:- 18:00 - 19:00 Registration and supper 19:00 - 20:00 Tale of two lenses 20:00 - 21:00 Lesions around the eye 21:00 close

Working with the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Training Hub, BringBaby aims to provide free professional development update events to those on parental leave, career break or who work whilst having young children and take the stress out of having to find childcare for the day – simply bring your baby to the update event and learn whilst with your baby. Hear about recent updates within your profession, network with local colleagues and enjoy a day with a difference with your baby. Babies of 18 months and under are welcome to attend with their parent.

RCGPNI , in collaboration with the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) invite you to attend a one day course on Wednesday 25th September.

This interactive event is hosted by RCGP Mersey Faculty and is designed to help personally develop Primary Care Network leaders, including Directors and Board members, for their leadership roles.

Welcome to our quarterly extended evening lecture held at Newcastle Medical School. Dr Helen Jarvis with her colleagues will be discussing topics on liver disease. Reduce rates for RCGP members. All primary care workers welcome!

Are you a newly qualified GP or First5 GP or have you recently moved to West of Scotland? Then why not attend The RCGP West of Scotland Faculty hosted First5 Welcome Event. During the evening we will discuss appraisals covering some top tips and looking at what your local faculty can offer you including RCGP benefits. It will also be an excellent opportunity for you to meet and network with your fellow colleagues and local RCGP contacts, helping you build a supportive network from across the West of Scotland region and beyond. Event Overview: • Arrival, refreshments and light evening buffet. • Welcome - Chair of RCGP Scotland Faculty • What is First5 (how RCGP can support you) • Appraisal/Re-validation Tips • Chance to meet members of your local RCGP Faculty Board ***Please note*** a follow up event will be organised for this event at Hilton Grosvenor, Glasgow, Wednesday 6 November 2019, 18:00 - 21:00. Registration will be open shortly for this event.

The one day course, fully funded by Health Education East of England will consist of lectures and presentations for the morning, then small group workshops in the afternoon, focusing on examinations and system specific presentations (e.g. hearing loss, understanding audiograms/ dizziness and examinations / manoeuvres for this). Lectures would cover systems (common / red flag presentations in the ear, nose, etc).

This course run by the North West Faculty will give an introduction to the AKT paper study designs and basic statistics clinical epidemiology application of evidence in practice mock exam and group exercises.

Ophthalmology in Primary Care

The Faculty would like to welcome all their First5 members to attend this Free First5 evening meeting. We hope you will join us for this event and take advantage of an excellent opportunity to meet your peers and network.

A mixture of presentations & interactive sessions offering current "hot" topic areas and some refreshers on important areas. GPs attending will typically have been providing child health services for a number of years, in Child Health Development clinics within their practices, and in dealing with paediatric patients in ordinary surgeries.

North Scotland Faculty Faculty AGM will take place in the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness. The AGM will start at 19:00 and the presentation and discussion will start at 20:00. You can join us remotely from the comfort of your own home. Just contact nscotland@rcgp.org.uk

Free monthly CPD event available to members and non-members. These meetings offer the opportunity to educate and socialise with colleagues.

How a bit of lifestyle medicine can make a big difference to the wellbeing of your patients, staff and you!

Sir Hugh Munro: Celebrating The Man In The Mountains. Come along and hear Stephen Lynch talk about Sir Hugh Thomas Munro, 4th Baronet the Scottish mountaineer best known for his list of mountains in Scotland over 3,000 feet, known as Munros.

This one-day workshop will help GPs and practice teams prepare for CQC inspection. This is ideal for GPs, practice managers, practice leads and staff who are responsible for CQC preparation. This highly interactive day consists of two sessions:

Minor Surgery update with Assessment & DOPS

This interactive workshop will examine the principles and practice of mindfulness relevant to GPs. CLONED FOR SPRING RELEASE TESTING

This Members only wellbeing conference will be an interactive and honest look at how you currently care for yourself and the awareness of GP Wellbeing in Scotland.

In the summer of 2018, the much loved and respected Dr John Holden, former Provost of RCGP Mersey Faculty and recipient of the President's Medal, passed away. Join friends, colleagues and family of Dr Holden as we walk the Ribble Valley's 'Tolkien Trail' in his memory.