Dr. Bethany Plummer explores the evolving landscape of education and workforce dynamics, focusing on bridging generational barriers to foster effective teaching and productivity. Dr. Plummer discusses the shifting attitudes towards work among different generations and strategies to motivate and empower educators. She delves into practical approaches for improving productivity through innovative teaching methods and collaborative learning environments. Attendees will gain insights into the challenges and solutions across professions like healthcare, agriculture, tech, and finance. By comparing these sectors, the talk highlights universal principles for boosting productivity and collaboration, overcoming barriers to improvement in diverse fields.
Peri-Operative care for Older People Undergoing Surgery (POPS) is a subspecialty of Geriatric Medicine involved in the peri-operative care of complex older people. Dr Johnston will share a Geriatricians view of assessment and how to mitigate risk.
Climate change is already significantly affecting healthcare in the UK and it will continue to do so to an increasing degree. Anaesthetists in the UK are already feeling the effects of this, even though it might not be immediately apparent. Dr Swinton will highlight some of the changes that have already happened, some of the changes which are likely to happen in the next ten years, and some of the things anaesthetists can do to keep the service functioning and reduce the harm we cause.
A discussion of the results of NEAT-ECHO, the largest study conducted looking at the use of echocardiography in critically ill patients presenting with shock.
Official specialisation in veterinary anaesthesia was only founded in 1964 but since then the college of veterinary anaesthetists has just continued to grow and with it comes a rapid escalation in new techniques and ever growing literature in all fields to accompany the more advanced surgical procedures occurring in every species, particularly cats and dogs. The areas that are particularly developed include loco-regional anaesthesia, haemodynamic monitoring and the continued use of different drug protocols.
This lecture will focus on the peri-anaesthetic management of three cases in a range of species and compare them to how they might be managed in humans. The surgical procedures discussed include an exploratory laparotomy, cruciate repair and traumatic haemoabdomen.
Fast-paced session about how to get behaviour change. Both with patients (to get ready for surgery) and with staff (to show respect and empower others). Concepts, tips and techniques - and how to get the whole team working together.
Background and case based discussion covering key aspects in the management of AKI of diverse causes (background, detection, diagnosis, investigation, treatment, referral and follow up) including key pitfalls and learning points. Particularly applicable to the practice of acute physicians/medical take, those overseeing ward medical care and intensivists.
The decision to call the on-call endoscopist is often a tricky one, Gastroenterologists will generally try to defer endoscopy to the safety of the daytime. Dr Verma outlines the clinical scenarios in which a Gastroenterologists will do an emergency our of hours endoscopy,
People living with cancer who have an unplanned admission to hospital have significant needs that are not being met. These patients have a high risk of death in the 12 months after an admission but conversations around prognosis, advance care plans and holistic needs are not happening. This session will explore the needs of people who have an acute cancer admissions, why these may not be met currently and how personalised care conversations could be provided in an acute oncology setting.
This talk provides an overview of the role of antiplatelet therapy in managing coronary artery disease (CAD) and its importance in optimizing patient outcomes. It discusses the mechanisms of action of key antiplatelet agents, including aspirin, P2Y12 inhibitors, and GPIIb/IIIa inhibitors. Current clinical guidelines for antiplatelet therapy in CAD are discussed, along with indications for monotherapy vs. dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT). Recent advances in antiplatelet therapy are also discussed, including the role of pharmacogenomics in selecting appropriate agents and considering comorbidities, genetic factors, and concurrent medications in therapy selection.
Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is discussed, including the duration of therapy post-acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Special considerations are given to antiplatelet therapy in specific populations, such as the elderly, patients with renal impairment, and those undergoing surgery.
The following aspects will be covered in the session:
1. Definition and Classification of Acute Liver Failure
2. Epidemiology and Aetiology in the Western World and Developing World
3. Sequelae of Acute Liver Failure
4. Criteria for Liver Transplantation
5. Basic Principles of the care of a patient with Acute Liver Failure
6. Multiorgan support in Acute Liver Failure
Pregnancy often causes anxiety in the wider multi-disciplinary team, due to the fetal concerns of commonly performed tests. This is compounded by a lack of regular teaching in this area in medical specialties, as well as a lack of regular exposure to pregnant patients which limits the potential to get direct experience. This session therefore aims to cover all the important pregnancy-specific considerations for pregnant women with acute medical issues.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a major global health concern, with men developing it earlier than women and women having an increased risk after menopause. Sex differences in CVD include hormonal influence, genetic factors, and anatomical differences. Traditional risk factors like hypertension, diabetes, smoking, and dyslipidemia affect men differently, while sex-specific risk factors like preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and menopause impact women's cardiovascular risk. Psychosocial factors like stress, depression, and social support also impact cardiovascular health differently in men and women.
Women often present with atypical symptoms, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. Diagnostic challenges include underdiagnosis or misdiagnosis of CVD. Standard diagnostic methods may be less sensitive in women, necessitating additional or alternative strategies. Risk assessment tools may need to be adapted to better capture women's risk profiles.
Chest pain is one of the most common reasons for presenting to the emergency unit. In this talk we will go over some tips and tricks of how to assess patients with chest pain, how to investigate them and how to manage them according to the latest guidelines.
Delivering high quality palliative care in hospital can be challenging. Dr Rebecca Dawber and Dr Rebecca Edwards what factors contribute to achieving good care for those with a limited prognosis when they are admitted to hospital. We will use case study examples to illustrate the impact of timely decision making, interdisciplinary communication and truly patient-focused care on patient experience and outcome.
