Melanoma Study Day

Melanoma Study Day

Friday 20 November 2026

Overview

This multidisciplinary study day brings together expert speakers to explore the evolving management of melanoma from multiple clinical perspectives. As the fastest rising cancer in the UK, melanoma presents growing challenges and opportunities across prevention, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. With new therapies emerging and pathways continuing to develop, high-quality care depends on coordinated working across specialties and a strong understanding of the latest evidence.

Throughout the day, you will explore the changing melanoma landscape, from public health policy and prevention through to surgical and medical treatment advances, current research activity and patient-centred models of care. The programme is designed to support professionals working across melanoma services to strengthen their knowledge, broaden their perspective and build confidence in delivering joined-up, evidence-based care.

This event offers a valuable opportunity to learn from specialists working across the melanoma pathway, connect with colleagues from different disciplines, and reflect on how evolving practice is improving outcomes for patients.

Key information 

Delivery type  

Hybrid:

  • Face-to-face (in-person teaching sessions at a specific venue)
  • Online (live)

Delivery style

  • Lectures
  • Case discussions
  • Expert updates
  • Multidisciplinary learning

Duration  

One day

Experience level  

All

Cost

  • Onsite: £110
  • Virtual: £110
  • Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC): £50
  • Student: £70
  • Offer 5 for 4 (onsite and virtual): £84
  • Pharma and industry: £200

08:45 - Registration

09:00 - Welcome and Introduction
Jackie Hodgetts, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

Session 1: Melanoma Pathophysiology
Chair, Jackie Hodgetts, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

09:15 - Melanoma Biology and Molecular Pathways
Dr Ann Tivey, Honorary Research Fellow, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

09:35 - An Overview of Rare Melanoma Subtypes
Speaker TBC

Session 2: Sun Safety and Risks of Sunbeds
Chair, Jackie Hodgetts, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

09:55 - UV Radiation and Skin Damage, Incidence and Risk Factors and Prevention Basics
Dr John Newsham, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

10:15 - Patient Story

10:45 - Maguire Communications
Helen Bradley, Maguire Trainer, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

11:00 - Panel Q&A With Session 1 and 2 Presenters

11:15 - Coffee Break

Session 3: Melanoma Staging, Diagnostic Workup & Surgical Management
Chair, Dr Patricio Serra, Consultant Medical Oncologist, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

11:30 - Histopathology and Genomics
Dr Lynn Jamieson, NCA

11:50 - Surgical Principles and Patient Pathway
Speaker TBC

12:10 - Surgical Advances and Neo-Adjuvant Immunotherapy
Speaker TBC

Panel Q&A

MDT Case Study Discussion

12:30 - Lunch

12:45 - Session 4: Immunotherapy in Melanoma
Chair TBC

13:30 - Checkpoint Inhibitors in Melanoma
Speaker TBC

13:50 - Acute Management of Immune-Related Adverse Events
Speaker TBC

14:10 - Tumour Infiltrating Lymphocytes
Dr Jon Lim, Consultant Medical Oncologist, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

14:30 - Immunotherapy Late Effects
Prof Ruth Board, Consultant Medical Oncologist, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

14:50 - Panel Q&A

15:05 - Break

Learning outcomes

By the end of this study day, you should be able to:

  • Understand current melanoma epidemiology and staging
  • Recognise the importance of public health policy relating to UV radiation and prevention
  • Explore evolving treatment approaches across surgical and medical oncology
  • Gain insight into current research studies, clinical trials and emerging therapies
  • Strengthen your understanding of multidisciplinary and patient-centred melanoma care

Why choose this programme?

Melanoma care is evolving rapidly, with new treatments, growing research activity and increasing emphasis on prevention and survivorship. This study day offers a timely, multidisciplinary update for professionals involved in melanoma care, helping you stay informed, connected and confident in practice.

Who is it for?

Suitable for:

  • Nurses
  • Allied Health Professionals
  • Specialist nurses
  • Doctors
  • Student nurses
  • Anyone with a special interest in, or involvement in, the care of patients with melanoma

How to book/learn more

You can book this course on Eventbrite.

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