An Introduction to Haematology Care

Thursday 21 November 2024, 9am to 5pm BST - hybrid event

This hybrid study day will provide a basic understanding of caring for haematology patients and expand knowledge on the diseases and the complications that can occur.

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This course is now CPD Accredited.

Audience

Newly qualified health care professionals (HCPs) new to haematology or those wanting a refresher on basic knowledge. Also open to all nurses and HCPs working with haematology patients.

What to expect

Prices

All tickets (on-site and virtual) include access to the event recordings, resources and presentations for up to 6 months post-event date.

Sponsors

Silver sponsor

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Amgen’s mission is to serve patients. A biotechnology innovator since 1980, their science-based heritage is at the heart of everything they do. Amgen develop medicines for hard-to-treat illnesses in areas of high unmet need, to not only help patients, but also reduce the social and economic burden of disease in society. As a regional hub, Amgen employ around 600 people in the UK and Ireland across their commercial, R&D, and corporate functions. Committed to driving sustainable solutions that can adapt to an ever-evolving health system, Amgen are proud to serve their patients, people, and customers every day.

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Time Session
8.45 Registration
9.00 Haematopoesis and Basic Immunology,
Ruth Clout, Lead nurse Haematology and TYA Education, and Palatine, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
9.45 The Role of Clinical Trials in Haematology,
Richard Dudley Jenkins, Clinical Research Nurse , The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
10.00 The Role of Clinical Trials in Haematology,
Richard Dudley Jenkins, Clinical research nurse, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

10.55 - break

Time Session
11.10 Introduction to Lymphoma
Dr Adam Gibb, Speciality doctor, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
11.40 The role of Clinical trials in Haematology
11.50 Introduction to Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia
Dr Anna Castleton, Consultant Haematologist, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

12.25 - lunch

Time Session
13.05 Introduction To Stem Cell Transplantation
Rosie Brewster, Transplant Coordinator, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Ally Braden, Transplant Coordinator, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
13.35 Introduction to CAR-T
Ruth Clout, Lead Nurse Haematology and TYA Education, and Palatine, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
14.05 Introduction To Myeloma
Dr Jim Cavet, Consultant Haematologist, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
14.35 Introduction to Acute Myeloid Leukaemia
Dr Mike Dennis, Consultant Haematologist, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

15.05 - break

Time Session
15.35 Managing Haematology Patients Who Are Acutely Unwell
Jo Jackson, Practice Educator for OCCU, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
15.50 Managing Haematology Patients with Palliative and Supportive Care
Dr Jen Vidrine, Consultant in Palliative and Supportive Care, Northern Centre for Cancer Care, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Upon Tyne

16.15 - close

Last updated: October 2024