Day 1 - 4th September 2025
Illness Day
0830-0855 Registration
0900-0910 welcome - Conference Director
Paediatric Illness
Children can deteriorate quickly, making early recognition and intervention crucial in urgent care. Our expert will teach you how to assess and manage common paediatric presentations such as fever, respiratory distress, and dehydration, while identifying red flags for serious conditions like sepsis or meningitis. This session will provide practical skills for rapid evaluation, appropriate treatment, and effective communication with parents.
Mental Health Crisis Management
Mental health emergencies—ranging from acute anxiety and suicidal ideation to psychosis—require a structured, compassionate approach. In this session, our expert will teach you essential de-escalation techniques, risk assessment tools, and strategies for safe patient management. You’ll learn how to recognise when urgent psychiatric referral is needed and how to support patients in crisis.
dermatology
Skin complaints are common in urgent care, but some conditions require immediate attention. Our expert will guide you through the rapid recognition and management of cellulitis, abscesses, allergic reactions, and other acute dermatological conditions. This session will help you differentiate between benign and serious skin conditions, ensuring timely intervention and appropriate treatment.
Managing illnesses in pregnancy
To see or not to see… that is the question. Pregnant patients present unique challenges in urgent care, and many practitioners may be uncertain about their role in assessment and treatment. This session will explore the legalities and professional responsibilities of managing pregnant patients, helping you understand where your boundaries lie. Our expert will clarify when you can safely assess and treat conditions like hyperemesis gravidarum and urinary tract infections, and when urgent referral is required. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of risk management, documentation, and best practices to ensure both maternal and fetal safety while staying within your professional remit.
Dizziness masterclass
Dizziness is a common but complex presentation in urgent care. Our expert will break down the essential steps to differentiate between benign causes like BPPV and life-threatening conditions such as stroke or cardiac arrhythmias. This session will provide practical strategies, including the HINTS exam and bedside assessments, to ensure accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment.
chest pain management
Chest pain requires immediate evaluation to rule out life-threatening conditions. Our expert will teach you a systematic approach to assessing cardiac, respiratory, and musculoskeletal causes. This session will cover ECG interpretation, red flag identification, and essential interventions to ensure safe and efficient management of chest pain presentations.
abdominal assessment
Abdominal pain is a frequent presentation with a wide range of potential causes. In this session, our expert will guide you through a structured assessment, including red flag symptoms for conditions like appendicitis, bowel obstruction, and ectopic pregnancy. You’ll learn key examination techniques, diagnostic approaches, and urgent management strategies.
1700 - Close
1700 - 1830 NETWORKING EVENT
Day 2 - 5th September 2025
Injury Day
0830-0855 registration
0900-0910 Welcome - Conference Director
Adult and Paediatric x-ray interpretation
Interpreting X-rays accurately is a critical skill in urgent care. Our expert will teach you a systematic approach to reading adult and paediatric X-rays, recognising fractures, infections, and other key findings. This session will provide practical case-based learning to enhance your confidence in making quick, accurate diagnoses.
post-concussion syndrome
Persistent symptoms following head injury can be challenging to manage in urgent care. This session will provide a clear framework for recognizing and treating post-concussion syndrome, including symptom management, return-to-activity guidelines, and red flags for serious complications. Our expert will ensure you leave with a confident approach to post-concussion care.
Shoulder Injuries
From dislocations to rotator cuff tears, shoulder injuries are a common reason for urgent care visits. Our expert will guide you through the assessment and management of acute shoulder injuries, including clinical examination techniques, imaging interpretation, and treatment strategies. This session will ensure you can confidently manage these cases and prevent long-term complications.
Acute Wounds/Dressings
Proper wound care is essential in preventing infection and promoting healing. This packed session will teach you the latest evidence-based techniques for wound assessment, closure, and dressing selection. Our expert will demonstrate suturing methods, wound irrigation techniques, and when to escalate care for complex wounds.
Paediatric injuries
Children’s injuries require a different approach due to their unique anatomy and healing processes. Our expert will teach you how to assess and manage common paediatric fractures, soft tissue injuries, and head trauma. This session will focus on recognising high-risk injuries, appropriate immobilisation techniques, and ensuring safe discharge or referral.
More sessions still to be confirmed…