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SUMMARY:UK BMT Pharmacists Group Educational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dear colleagues\, \nFurther to the save the date for this event\, previously circulated\, please find attached the agenda for the UK BMT Pharmacists Group Hybrid Educational Meeting\, taking place on Friday 17 April 2026 at UCLH\, with a virtual option available for part of the afternoon. \nThe sessions and themes for the day are now confirmed; however\, please note that some individual speakers are still to be finalised. A final agenda will be re‑circulated nearer the time\, but we wanted to share this version now to allow colleagues to secure study leave\, book travel and plan attendance in good time. \nWe would strongly encourage in‑person attendance where possible. This will be our first face‑to‑face UK BMT Pharmacists Group meeting for a number of years and represents a valuable opportunity for networking\, peer support and shared learning across centres. \nThere is no registration fee for this meeting. However\, all in-person attendees are asked to complete the short registration form below to support catering and accessibility arrangements:\n👉 https://forms.microsoft.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=veDvEDCgykuAnLXmdF5Jmo0yPRlaoZZJrRja11XvMy9UNkwxNUxLQ0swUTVIN0JONEtMNFhOR1YyVC4u \nWe hope you will be able to join us and look forward to welcoming you in April.\nKind regards\, \nSinéad + Ritti\nOn behalf of the UK BMT Pharmacists Group
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/uk-bmt-pharmacists-group-educational-meeting-6/
LOCATION:University College Hospital\, 235 Euston Rd.\, London\, NW1 2BU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)":MAILTO:contact@bopa.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T000000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:Lung Cancer Study Day
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Practice Study Day \nThe Pillars of Practice – Focusing on the non-clinical aspects. \nOverview \nThis study day will focus on the Pillars of Practice\, emphasising the non-clinical aspects. It aims to inspire and motivate trainees and qualified ACPs. Staff will be exposed to aspects of APs’ lives outside of the clinical arena\, with engaging\, stimulating\, educational\, and diverse materials \nLearning objectives \nProvide an opportunity to explore the latest developments and practice of AP\, network \nwithin the community of AP and hear about the visions of the future. \nWhat to expect \n\nAppraisals\nThe current state of play for AP’s\nPractical Considerations\, Advancing Practice In Action
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/lung-cancer-study-day/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
ORGANIZER;CN="The Christie Institute For Cancer Education":MAILTO:the-christie.educationevents@nhs.net
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:(Cancelled) BOPA E&T Webinar: Clinical AI in the NHS
DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances this webinar has to be cancelled. We will endeavour to re-schedule this webinar in the near future. \n  \nHelena Langford is a Fellow in Clinical AI and a Clinical Informatics Pharmacist at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust\, with several years of experience in clinical informatics.\nAs part of their fellowship\, they are working with Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to implement a new AI tool\, gaining practical experience in deploying AI within the NHS.\nIn this webinar\, they will introduce AI in the NHS\, covering key considerations for implementation\, responsible use\, and insights into the NHS Fellowship in Clinical AI. \nRoyce Rajan is a pharmacist with demonstrable experience in healthcare delivery at local\, regional\, and national levels\, specialising in clinical informatics. His clinical background in secondary care with a focus on critical medicine\, underpins his ability to evaluate and influence digital initiatives that support safe and effective patient care.\nAs a Clinical AI Fellow\, Royce is collaborating with Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust on the deployment of an AI‑enabled Single Point\nof Access for Referral and Coordination (SPARC) platform. This work aims to enhance and streamline the busy ophthalmology referrals pathway\, improving efficiency and supporting timely clinical decision‑making.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-et-webinar-clinical-ai-in-the-nhs/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)":MAILTO:contact@bopa.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260328
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:BOPA Introduction to Cancer Course\, Glasgow
DESCRIPTION:The BOPA Introduction to Cancer Course 2026\n\n\nWHEN: Thursday 26th & Friday 27th March 2026\nWHERE: The William Quarrier Scottish Epilepsy Centre\, 20 St Kenneth Dr\, Glasgow G51 4QD\nCOST: £50 per day (travel and accommodation not included)\n\nWe introduced a new agenda for 2026 which incorporates additional sessions on Paediatric Oncology\, Haematology and Genomics\, as well as traditional sessions on Oncological Emergencies\, Verification and Side Effects of SACT which have received great feedback in the past. \nVisit the BOPA Introduction to Course page for more information for the course. Don’t forget to follow #BOPAITC on social media for all the updates! \n  \nThe Education and Training Subcommittee \nSee our committee information page HERE 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-introduction-to-cancer-course-glasgow/
LOCATION:The William Quarrier Scottish Epilepsy Centre\, 20 St Kenneth Drive\, Glasgow\, G51 4QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="BOPA":MAILTO:educationa@bopa.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260323T130000
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SUMMARY:Next Steps Towards an Inclusive Royal College of Pharmacy
DESCRIPTION:Monday 23 March\, 12-1pm\nPharmacist\, pharmacy technician\, and wider focus \n\n\nOverview\n\n\nA discussion for everyone working in pharmacy across the UK \n\nIn April 2026\, the new Royal College of Pharmacy is scheduled to be established. This has the potential to unite pharmacy in a way we have not seen before \nThe UK Pharmacy Professional Leadership Advisory Board is inviting pharmacists\, pharmacy technicians\, trainees and students across the UK\, to learn more about proposals for a more inclusive Royal College of Pharmacy. \nSince April 2024\, the Board has been working to co-create a stronger\, more inclusive\, effective and sustainable professional leadership model for the future. \nIn February the Board published its proposals for the future of pharmacy professional leadership in the UK. The proposals have been developed by its members and through widespread engagement over the past two years. They set out a process for future collaboration which will be grounded in further member engagement and consultation. \nJoin us for a discussion about co-creating the Royal College of Pharmacy. \nPanel members: \n\nSir Hugh Taylor\, UKPPLAB Independent Chair\nClaire Anderson\, President\, Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS)\nNicola Greenhalgh\, President\, College of Mental Health Pharmacy (CMHP)\nAmy Laflin\, President\, Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK)\nGraham Stretch\, President\, Primary Care Pharmacy Association (PCPA)\nJohn Warburton\, Chair\, UK Clinical Pharmacy Association (UKCPA)\nJoseph Williams\, Vice Chair\, British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)\n\nRegister now and we’ll send you a joining link ahead of the event. \n\nNext steps towards an inclusive Royal College of Pharmacy Tickets\, Monday\, Mar 23 from 12 pm to 1 pm GMT | Eventbrite
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/next-steps-towards-an-inclusive-royal-college-of-pharmacy/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260319T100000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
CREATED:20260206T112032Z
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SUMMARY:Improving Data Collection Quality and Completeness for Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) in Prostate Cancer
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Prostate Cancer Audit (NPCA) and National Cancer Audit Collaborating Centre (NATCAN) for our next quality improvement webinar. \nBringing together data managers\, clinicians\, allied healthcare professionals\, and other relevant stakeholders\, we will: \n\nexplore best practices in SACT data collection\nhighlight common challenges\nshare practical approaches to improving SACT data quality and completeness\n\n  \nAttendees will gain valuable insights into how high-quality SACT data supports: \n\nmeaningful audit\ndrives quality improvement\nenhances outcomes for men with prostate cancer\n\nThis event will be broadcast live and recorded for on-demand viewing. \nChair: Noel Clarke\, NPCA Clinical Lead 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/improving-data-collection-quality-and-completeness-for-systemic-anti-cancer-therapy-sact-in-prostate-cancer/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Audit and Research,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:(Cancelled) BOPA E&T Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances tomorrow’s webinar AI Implementation: Taking a chemotherapy risk prediction AI model from research into industry and practice (10th March 2026) had to be cancelled. Will endeavour to re-schedule in a near future.\nKind regards\nEllie \nElisaveta Parry\non behalf of BOPA Education & Training Sub-Committees\n\n\n\nPresenter Matthew Watson\nDate 10/03/2026\nTime 6-7pm\n\nBibliography: Matthew is a Senior Data Scientist at Evergreen Life and postdoctoral research associate in Computer Science at Durham University\, working in the area of explainable machine learning and how this can be used to improve the quality of\, and trust in\, machine learning models in healthcare. To this end he has taken models from research and into industry and clinical practice in domains such as oncology\, dermatology\, and acute medicine.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/__trashed-70/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)":MAILTO:contact@bopa.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T180855Z
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SUMMARY:BOPA E&T Webinar: Using ChatGPT & LLMs in Healthcare: A Short\, Practical Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Monday 23rd Feburary 2026 at 12:00 GMT\n  \nClick HERE to register\n  \nThe BOPA Education and Training Subcommittee would like to invite you to the E&T Webinar: Using ChatGPT & LLMs in Healthcare: A Short\, Practical Introduction by Kwanyoung Joo. \n  \nSpeakers’ Biography: \n \n  \nKwanyoung Joo. Clinical trials pharmacist based in Manchester\, currently pursuing an MSc in Clinical Pharmacy\, with a research project focused on using large language models to support chemotherapy protocol generation. \n\n 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-et-webinar-using-chatgpt-llms-in-healthcare-a-short-practical-introduction/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)":MAILTO:contact@bopa.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:The UK Interdisciplinary Breast Cancer Symposium (UKIBCS) 2026
DESCRIPTION:The UK Interdisciplinary Breast Cancer Symposium \n19 – 20 January 2026\, ICC Birmingham \nThe UKIBCS was established to provide all those with an active interest in breast cancer research and treatment an opportunity to consider and discuss how the latest advances may impact upon their and others areas of expertise. The meeting is held every two years. \n\nTreatment of breast cancer has for many years been dependent on the interaction of professionals from many disciplines. \nResearch into improving our understanding of this complex disease and prospects for improving its prevention and treatment requires interdisciplinary collaboration to make meaningful advances.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/the-uk-interdisciplinary-breast-cancer-symposium-ukibcs-2026/
LOCATION:ICC Birmingham\, Broad St\, Birmingham\, B1 2EA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:BOPA E&T Webinar: AI uses cases in Cancer Pharmacy
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 17th December 2025 at 13:00 GMT\n  \nClick HERE to register\n  \nThe BOPA Education and Training Subcommittee would like to invite you to the E&T Webinar: AI uses cases in Cancer Pharmacy by Bastiaan Buijtenhuijs \, Co-Chair of the BOPA Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist Advisory Group. \n  \nSpeakers’ Biography: \n \nBastiaan works for iQ HealthTech as the head of product and the product owner for iQemo. iQemo is a best of breed SACT prescribing system and is widely used in the UK and internationally. As the product owner Bastiaan is responsible for being the interface between the customers – their requirements and the development team to allow new functionality to be effectively developed. He has undertaken the NHS Digital academy and was part of Cohort 3. He has recently completed his MSc as part of the NHS Digital academy and written his dissertation on how to successfully implement an advanced Ai driven Clinical decision support system in the Oncology Pharmacy setting. \n\n 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-et-webinar-ai-uses-cases-in-cancer-pharmacy/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)":MAILTO:contact@bopa.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:BOPA Introduction to Systematic Reviews Webinar Series: 3) Data Extraction Overview
DESCRIPTION:BOPA is pleased to announce a new 3-part webinar series\, delivered in collaboration with Covidence\, to support members in understanding and engaging with systematic reviews in oncology pharmacy. \nThis free series is open to all BOPA members. \n  \nWebinar 3: Data Extraction Overview \n🗓 Wednesday\, 10 December | 13:00 GMT \n  \nFocusing on one of the most critical stages of a systematic review\, this session will provide an introduction to data extraction. Participants will learn what data extraction involves\, how to structure a data extraction form\, and strategies for maintaining accuracy and consistency when working with review teams. Covidence’s data extraction features will also be briefly demonstrated.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-introduction-to-systematic-reviews-webinar-series-3-data-extraction-overview/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Audit and Research,Education and Training,Online Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)":MAILTO:contact@bopa.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251126T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251126T083000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:ISOPP & BOPA Joint Webinar:  Sitting in the opposite chair\, part of London Global Cancer Week - 2025
DESCRIPTION:The upcoming ISOPP & BOPA joint webinar\, Sitting in the opposite chair\, part of London Global Cancer Week – 2025\, will take place on November 26\, 2025 at 7:00 PST (to find your local time click here). \nThis webinar is free for all ISOPP members. Please register by using the link below if you wish to attend. Upon your registration\, you will receive a confirmation with the webinar access details. If you are not an ISOPP member\, click here to join now for NO-FEE. \nThis free webinar offers a unique perspective on cancer care through the eyes of a consultant cancer pharmacist\, Emma Foreman\, Consultant Pharmacist\, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last year. It explores how professional expertise can both help and complicate the patient journey\, revealing the emotional\, physical\, and systemic challenges faced when sitting “on the other chair.” \nThrough personal storytelling and reflection\, the speaker will share their path from initial symptoms to diagnosis and treatment — highlighting moments where clinical knowledge provided clarity\, as well as times when it heightened anxiety or created unexpected dilemmas. \nAttendees will leave with practical insights into integrating patient voices into oncology pharmacy education\, advocacy\, and daily practice\, and will be inspired to approach cancer care with deeper empathy and patient-centered focus. \nIt can often be hard to accommodate all preferred dates and time zones for an international audience. If this time doesn’t work for you\, a recording will be placed on the ISOPP website for members to view at their leisure. \nWe look forward to seeing you online! \nClick here to register for the webinar \nIMPORTANT NOTE: If you have accessed this Webinar registration site before\, please ensure to click “Edit” next to “ISOPP Webinar” in Summary page\, and check the webinar(s) you would like to register for. If you have already registered for webinar(s) and wish to register for new webinar(s)\, please make sure to keep the old registered webinar(s) checked in addition to the new webinar(s). Unchecking webinar(s) will cancel your previous registration.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/isopp-bopa-joint-webinar-sitting-in-the-opposite-chair-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
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SUMMARY:Clinical Pharmacy Congress (CPC) North 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nCPC North is not a replica of CPC London. It’s a regionally focused congress\, created to serve the specific needs and challenges of pharmacy teams in the North of England. With new content\, a locally relevant programme\, and a fresh speaker lineup\, CPC North offers a powerful platform to access learning\, make connections\, and drive impact where it matters most. \n  \nWhy Attend CPC North 2025? \n\n70+ Hours of Free Education – Stay ahead with sessions designed to support your continued professional development across clinical updates\, strategy\, workforce development\, and innovation. \nMeet 100+ Regional Expert speakers– Gain insights from NHS leaders\, specialist pharmacists\, and change-makers shaping pharmacy in the North. \nNetwork with 1\,500+ Peers – Build valuable local connections across secondary care\, primary care\, and integrated systems. \nExplore 110+ Exhibitors – Discover the latest tools and services supporting pharmacy delivery in the North.\n\n  \nBenefits of Attending CPC North 2025 \n ✔ Complimentary Exhibition Access  \nDiscover the latest products\, services and technologies from over 110 pharmaceutical suppliers and solution providers. The exhibition is curated with a Northern lens\, helping you connect with partners who understand your specific operational\, clinical\, and workforce challenges.  \n✔ Multi-Track Conference Programme  \nAccess a packed agenda developed with and for the North. The content spans clinical practice\, leadership\, workforce development\, prescribing\, and digital innovation. With multiple theatres  \nrunning simultaneously\, you can personalise your learning experience based on your role\, interests\, and career goals.  \n✔ These sessions count towards your CPD ( without the cost ) \nAll sessions contribute to your CPD and are designed to help you reflect\, record and apply new knowledge to your day-to-day practice. Stay compliant\, confident\, and ready to adapt in a fast-evolving healthcare system. These are sessions that count towards your CPD – without the cost  \n✔ Seamless Networking  \nBuild new connections and strengthen existing relationships with colleagues from across the North of England. Our event app allows you to browse attendees\, book meetings and stay connected before\, during and after the show. Relax in our dedicated Networking Lounge\, complete with sofas\, tea\, coffee and pastries to make those conversations even more comfortable.  \n✔ Expert Education  \nChoose from over 70 hours of free education delivered by 100+ regional experts\, thought leaders\, and practitioners. Sessions are rooted in practical application\, grounded in lived experience\, and relevant to the challenges faced by pharmacy teams in the North right now.  \n✔ Influential Speakers  \nHear from national and regional pharmacy leaders including representatives from NHS England\, ICBs\, Trusts and academic institutions. Learn how wider policy connects to local practice and how clinical pharmacy professionals can help shape the future of care delivery.  \n✔ Hands-On Learning  \nGet practical with product demonstrations and interactive exhibits. Whether it’s dispensing technology\, medicines safety tools or patient engagement platforms. You’ll have the chance to test and evaluate them in person before adopting them in your practice.  \n✔ Career Support  \nOur Career Drop-In Zone gives you one-to-one access to seasoned experts across a range of pharmacy sectors. Whether you want to transition into academic pharmacy\, explore leadership in secondary care\, or understand your options as a technician or trainee. This is your chance to get real guidance and advice.  \nSpecialists include:  \n– Secondary Care Pharmacy  \n– Academic Pharmacy  \n– Pharmacy Technicians  \n– Training Pharmacists  \n– Primary Care Pharmacy  \n✔ Mini Mock Calculations  \nPerfect for trainees and newly qualified professionals or anyone wanting a quick refresher. Drop by our Mini Mock Calculation stations to test your knowledge in a no-pressure environment designed to build confidence and spark discussion.  \n✔ Poster Zone & Awards  \nExplore clinical research\, service improvement projects\, and local innovations led by pharmacy teams across the North. Celebrate innovation and excellence in practice as we recognise standout contributions through the Poster Zone Awards. \n✔ Travel Discount  \nGetting to Manchester has never been easier. We’ve partnered with Avanti West Coast to give you 15% off train tickets to and from the event when you travel on the show days. \n  \nCPC North Focus Areas \n\nClinical Practice \n\nAccessible and relevant clinical education for all seniority levels. From emerging therapeutics to population health and structured medication reviews\, this theme supports safe\, effective\, and innovative prescribing in real-world settings.  \n\nLeadership \n\nHelp pharmacy professionals thrive in leadership roles\, with a focus on resilience\, inclusion\, and career development. With sessions designed for both senior leaders and those stepping into leadership for the first time\, CPC North is your platform to grow.  \n\nEducation & Training \n\nSupport for trainees\, early career professionals\, and post-registration development. Topics include the 2026 prescribing changes\, advanced practice pathways\, and the expanding role of pharmacy technicians in clinical care.  \n\nResearch \n\nBuild research capacity across pharmacy roles through practical advice\, skill-building sessions\, and networking with organisations like CPPE and the RPS. Learn how to embed research in everyday practice and gain recognition for your work. \n  \nWho Should Attend? \nCPC North is designed for clinical pharmacy teams working across hospitals\, general practice\, primary care networks\, and community settings in the North of England. If you’re responsible for delivering patient-centred pharmacy services\, this is your event.  \n\nHospital Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians \nGeneral Practice and PCN Pharmacists \nCommunity Pharmacy Professionals \nChief and Deputy Chief Pharmacists \nTrainee Pharmacists \nPharmacy Technicians (pre and post-registration) \nICS and Integrated Care Pharmacy Professionals \nAcademic\, Education and Research Leads \nAnyone with a stake in improving medicines optimisation and patient outcomes across the North\n\n  \nHow to Register  \nAttendance is completely FREE for pharmacy professionals. Secure your free delegate pass (worth £499 + VAT).  \nRegister your place at www.pharmacycongress.co.uk/north \nEncourage your Northern colleagues to join you and take part in this important regional event for clinical pharmacy.  \nFor any questions\, please reach out via our website.  \nWe look forward to welcoming you to CPC North 2025 in Manchester! \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/clinical-pharmacy-congress-cpc-north-2025/
LOCATION:Manchester Central\, Windmill St\, Manchester\, M2 3GX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Audit and Research,Awards,Digital,Education and Training,Symposium
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SUMMARY:BOPA Introduction to Systematic Reviews Webinar Series: 2) Covidence 101 - How can Covidence support the process
DESCRIPTION:BOPA is pleased to announce a new 3-part webinar series\, delivered in collaboration with Covidence\, to support members in understanding and engaging with systematic reviews in oncology pharmacy. \nThis free series is open to all BOPA members. \n  \nWebinar 2: Covidence 101 \n🗓 Tuesday\, 11 November | 13:00 GMT \n  \nThis practical session will walk participants through how Covidence\, a user-friendly review platform\, supports each step of the systematic review process. From importing references and screening studies to resolving conflicts and organising data\, attendees will see how Covidence can streamline workflows\, improve collaboration\, and save time.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-introduction-to-systematic-reviews-webinar-series-2-covidence-101-how-can-covidence-support-the-process/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Audit and Research,Education and Training,Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:Third Annual Cancer Associated Thrombosis Summit: North of England
DESCRIPTION:The NEONC CAT conference returns this year on the 8th of November\, in Hull. As the UK’s only dedicated cancer associated thrombosis (CAT) conference\, it presents a unique opportunity for clinicians working in the field of cancer to update their knowledge on this common complication of cancer. The past twelve months has seen some big developments in the field\, including the publication of the most recent British Society of Haematology CAT guidelines\, and the long awaited Api-CAT study results being published. Key stakeholders from both pieces of work will be presenting on the subjects. There will also be a strong focus this year on complications of CAT\, and how these can have a considerable impact on our patients quality of life. The full agenda can be accessed at NEONC CAT 2025 Agenda. The conference is free of charge\, and delegates can register via the QR code on the attached poster. \n 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/third-annual-cancer-associated-thrombosis-summit-north-of-england/
LOCATION:Canham Turner Building\, University of Hull\, Hull\, UK\, HU6 7RX
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Education and Training,Symposium
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Black History Month - Celebrating Excellence with Gisela Abbam
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Black History Month\, the Kingston University BAME staff network  is excited to invite you to an inspiring session with Gisela Abbam\,  Chair of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). \nGisela is a global executive and leader passionate about equality\, health\, and innovation. \nGisela is a multi-award winner including winner of Woman on Boards in 2024\, Woman creating a better world for all Award by the Women Economic Forum and the 2019 Black British Business Person of the Year Award.  She was recently awarded Honorary Fellow of the British Science Association and was awarded Fellow of the Royal Society for Arts\, Manufactures and Commerce for her contribution to social change in 2018. \n📅 Wednesday 29th October 2025\, 1730 to 1830\, Microsoft Teams \nRegister your attendance by signing up here:\nhttps://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/49e9a9c2-089a-47bd-8f25-984dc05584f3@c9ef029c-18cf-4016-86d3-93cf8e94ff94
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/celebrating-black-history-month-celebrating-excellence-with-gisela-abbam/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Online Webinar,Other news
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SUMMARY:EBMT Pharmacists Webinar: Interactive Case Study on Prevention and Treatment of Fungal Infections in Stem Cell Transplant Patients
DESCRIPTION:Join the Upcoming Pharmacists Webinar: Interactive Case Study on Prevention and Treatment of Fungal Infections in Stem Cell Transplant Patients \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday 23 October 2025 | 15:00-16:00 BST \nThe\nEBMT Pharmacist Committee invites you to an interactive case-based webinar on the prevention and management of fungal infections in stem cell transplant recipients. \nThis session will be hosted by an expert panel of pharmacists presenting interesting clinical cases followed by a panel discussion shaped by participants’ questions. \nModerator: Nick Duncan\, Consultant Haematology Pharmacist. Queen Elizabeth Hospital\, Birmingham\, UK. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearning objectives \nBy the end of the webinar\, you should be able\nto:\n•  Describe risk categories and the role of risk stratification in the context of choosing antifungal prophylaxis\n•  Discuss pros and cons of different systemic antifungals in the setting of prophylaxis and treatment of invasive fungal infection\n•  Summarise pharmacokinetic issues\, toxicity concerns and monitoring requirements for systemic antifungals \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSign Up Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPharmacists’ Webinars\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEBMT Celebtrated the World Pharmacists Day on 25 September \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe EBMT Pharmacist Committee was delighted to celebrate World Pharmacists Day on Thursday\, 25 September. Established by the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) in 2009\, this annual event highlights the vital role of pharmacists worldwide. The theme for 2025\, “Think Health\, Think Pharmacist\,” reinforces the central role of pharmacists in advancing healthcare. \nRead the latest update from Nick Duncan\, on behalf of the EBMT Pharmacist Committee.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaving lives since 1974 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEBMT Executive Office – Aticco Med Fórum\, Passeig de Garcia Fària\, 49\, Barcelona\, Spain\, 08019\nContact Us | Privacy Policy\n| Terms of Use \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n© 2025 The EBMT. All rights reserved.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/ebmt-pharmacists-webinar-interactive-case-study-on-prevention-and-treatment-of-fungal-infections-in-stem-cell-transplant-patients/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Education and Training,Online Webinar,Other news
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SUMMARY:UK BMT Pharmacists Group Educational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please ‘save the date‘ for the next virtual UK BMT Pharmacists Group Education Meeting which will be on the afternoon of Friday 19th September 2025; agenda and zoom links to follow soon. \n 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/uk-bmt-pharmacists-group-educational-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:BOPA Introduction to Systematic Reviews Webinar Series: 1) Demystifying Systematic Reviews
DESCRIPTION:BOPA is pleased to announce a new 3-part webinar series\, delivered in collaboration with Covidence\, to support members in understanding and engaging with systematic reviews in oncology pharmacy. \nThis free series is open to all BOPA members. \n  \nWebinar 1: Demystifying Systematic Reviews \n🗓 Tuesday\, 9 September | 13:00 BST \n  \nThis session will introduce the fundamental principles of systematic review methodology. Attendees will gain an understanding of what systematic reviews are\, why they are important\, and how they differ from other types of literature reviews. The session will also outline the typical steps involved\, from defining a research question to synthesising findings. We’ll briefly touch on how scoping reviews compare to systematic reviews\, and when they might be the more appropriate choice for exploring broad or emerging areas of research.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-introduction-to-systematic-reviews-webinar-series-1-demystifying-systematic-reviews/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Audit and Research,Education and Training,Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:[rescheduled] BOPA E&T Webinar: Utilizing AI to assess aseptic technique
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 19th August 2025 at 19:00 BST\n  \nClick HERE to register\n  \nThe BOPA Education and Training Subcommittee would like to invite you to the E&T Webinar: Utilizing AI to assess aseptic technique by Stephen F. Eckel. \n  \nSpeakers’ Biography: \n \nStephen F. Eckel is the Associate Dean for Global Engagement at the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy. He is also an associate professor in the Division of Practice Advancement and Clinical Education (PACE). In addition\, he is director of the two-year master of science in pharmaceutical sciences with a specialization in health-system pharmacy administration. This degree is hosted at 23 sites across 12 states. At UNC Medical Center\, he is residency program director of the 2-year program in health-system pharmacy administration. He has worked with almost 250 residents over the years. \n As an innovator and entrepreneur Eckel co-founded ChemoGLO\, LLC with Bill Zamboni\, PharmD\, PhD. He also founded Nuvai Medical Technologies Inc\, which is developing the Precynge medical device and Aseptique\, a machine learning evaluation of aseptic technique. He is a passionate supporter of the role of the pharmacist and the use of technology in patient care. He conducts and publishes his research and is frequently asked to speak on these issues. \nEckel has been very active in the North Carolina Association of Pharmacists\, serving in the past as President. He is a past member of the Board of Directors of American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. In 2023\, NCAP named him the health-system pharmacist of the year. He is a Fellow of ASHP\, APhA\, ACCP\, FIP\, NCAP\, and the National Academies of Practice in Pharmacy.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-et-webinar-utilizing-ai-to-assess-aseptic-technique/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:BOPA E&T Webinar: Harnessing AI in Oncology Pharmacy Practice – Focus on Administrative Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:Friday 20th June 2025 at 12:00 BST\n  \nClick HERE to register\n  \nThe BOPA Education and Training Subcommittee would like to invite you to the E&T Webinar: Harnessing AI in Oncology Pharmacy Practice – Focus on Administrative Efficiency by Bastiaan Buijtenhuijs and Pinkie Chambers\, Co-Chairs of the BOPA Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist Advisory Group\, and Phil Barron. \nSpeakers’ Biography: \n \nBastiaan works for iQ HealthTech as the head of product and the product owner for iQemo. iQemo is a best of breed SACT prescribing system and is widely used in the UK and internationally. As the product owner Bastiaan is responsible for being the interface between the customers – their requirements and the development team to allow new functionality to be effectively developed. He has undertaken the NHS Digital academy and was part of Cohort 3. He has recently completed his MSc as part of the NHS Digital academy and written his dissertation on how to successfully implement an advanced Ai driven Clinical decision support system in the Oncology Pharmacy setting. \n \nPinkie is a clinical academic at University College London (UCL) and University College NHS Foundation Trust. Her research activities are all around improving the delivery of systemic anticancer treatments and has experience of using large datasets and prognostic modelling techniques. She has held various roles within cancer including developing new clinic pharmacy services at UCLH and Lead Pharmacist for London Cancer. She the current co-chair of the UK Chemotherapy board \, joint audit\, and research lead for BOPA and chair of The Chemotherapy Expert Reference group at the NCL cancer alliance as well as a member of the Heath Foundation Q Community. \n \n\nPhil is Chief Pharmacy Information Officer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust and is also a digital clinical safety officer at the trust. He leads a team of digital pharmacists and pharmacy technicians\, delivering projects including Omnicell\, System C\, and the pharmacy workstream of the Trust’s EPR optimisation programme. Phil is an enthusiastic user of AI in practice and is exploring the use of tools like Microsoft Copilot in pharmacy. He is a member of the BOPA AI Scientific Advisory Group.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-et-webinar-harnessing-ai-in-oncology-pharmacy-practice-focus-on-administrative-efficiency/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:The BOPA Advanced Pharmacist Training Day
DESCRIPTION:Overview – This study day is intended to provide an overview of the knowledge\, skills\, experiences and behaviours required to practice at an advanced level in Cancer Care. The study day will focus on the following areas: \n\nConsultant pharmacist / Advanced Clinical Practitioner pathway\nSetting up a Non-Medical Prescriber clinic\nResearch pillar of advanced practice\nMaintaining mental health and wellbeing\n\nIntended audience – Band 7 oncology and haematology trained pharmacists with greater or equal to 5 years of clinical experience and Band 8a oncology and haematology trained pharmacists. \n\nWHEN: Wednesday 18th June 2025\nWHERE: Radisson Blu Hotel\, 12 Holloway Circus\, St. Chads Tunnel\, Birmingham\, B1 1BT (0.2 miles (4 minute walk) from Birmingham New Street Station).\nCOST: A non-refundable payment of £25.00.\nThis event is sponsored by Lilly Pharmaceuticals and run by BOPA Education and Training Subcommittee\n\nRegistration Details – to follow via BOPA website. \nAddress of event – Radisson Blu Hotel\, 12 Holloway Circus\, St. Chads Tunnel\, Birmingham\, B1 1BT (0.2 miles (4 minute walk) from Birmingham New Street Station). \nDeadline date for registration – 30th May 2025. \nItinerary – see agenda attached. \n 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/the-bopa-advanced-pharmacist-training-day/
LOCATION:Radisson Blu Hotel\, 12 Holloway Circus\, St. Chads Tunnel\, Birmingham\, B1 1BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
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SUMMARY:HPCC 2025
DESCRIPTION:The KOL Haematology Research and Strategy Forum\nIt is with great pleasure that we invite you to join us for the KOL Haematology Research and Strategy Forum\, which will take place at Central Hall Westminster\, on 9th of May 2025 \nWe’re excited to share that BOPA has partnered with Sanius Health to facilitate and elevate this year’s Haematology Patients & Carers Congress (HPCC 2025)\, Europe’s first gathering of over 1\,500+ haematology patients\, carers\, clinical leaders\, NHS policy makers\, charities and patient groups.\nThis year also marks the launch of the KOL Haematology Research & Strategy Forum\, an afternoon event\, dedicated to uniting hundreds of clinicians from across the haematology sphere\, from consultants to nurses to pharmacists\, to accelerate the current landscape and develop new strategies\, and establishing effective support systems for colleagues dealing with the pressures of the workload.\nBy participating in this Forum\, you can expect to hear from co-chairs of our Clinical Advisory Board\, Shirley D’Sa\, UCL Hospitals and Claire Harrison\, Guys and St Thomas’\, and a number of\nclinical leaders who will direct an open discourse on key issues like Rare Disease Research and Patient Support\, Collaborating on Clinical and Diagnostic Haematology\, Patient Involvement and Empowerment\, Burnout Prevention and more.\nYou can also expect to receive Bispecific Training for Haematology Nurses and Pharmacists\, led by Chantelle Hughes\, Research Nurse at UCLH and Leadership Training\, Advice and Career Growth and Support Discussions from the Former CEO of Health Education England\, NHS Leadership Academy. \nBoth events will take place on Friday 9th May; Registration for HPCC will open at 08:30 at the QEII Centre. The KOL Forum will open its doors at 12:00 and will take place just over the road\nat Central Hall\, Westminster. It would be our pleasure to welcome you at both of these unmissable events. \nAs a member of BOPA\, your attendance at both of these events is completely complimentary and you are welcome to bring along up to 2 colleagues with you. Please note\, breakfast as well as a 3-course networking lunch will be provided upon your arrival at the events.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/hpcc-2025/
LOCATION:Central Hall\, Westminister\, Storey's Gate\, London\, SW19NH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Audit and Research,Education and Training
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SUMMARY:Clinical Pharmacy Congress (CPC) 2025
DESCRIPTION:Why Attend CPC 2025? \nCPC 2025 is the UK’s largest gathering of clinical pharmacy professionals\, offering a unique opportunity to access high-quality education\, network with peers\, and discover the latest innovations shaping the future of pharmacy. \n🔹 100+ Hours of Free Education – Stay ahead with expert-led CPD-accredited sessions covering clinical advancements\, policy updates\, and professional development.\n🔹 Learn from 200+ Leading Experts – Hear from NHS leaders\, specialist pharmacists\, and sector pioneers.\n🔹 Connect with 3\,500+ Pharmacy Professionals – Build valuable connections with colleagues from across the UK.\n🔹 Explore 150+ Exhibitors – Discover groundbreaking solutions\, technologies\, and services to enhance your practice. \nBenefits of Attending \n✔ Complimentary Exhibition Access – A dedicated exhibition designed for clinical pharmacy professionals\, showcasing the latest innovations.\n✔ Multi-Track Conference Programme – A free\, diverse agenda tailored to the needs of clinical pharmacy professionals.\n✔ Free CPD Opportunities – Gain Continuing Professional Development credits for both clinical and non-clinical roles.\n✔ Seamless Networking – A dedicated event app enables engagement before\, during\, and after the event.\n✔ Expert Education – Over 100 hours of free primary healthcare-related education.\n✔ Influential Speakers – Learn from over 200 expert speakers from the NHS and other Arm’s Length Bodies.\n✔ Hands-On Learning – ‘Try before you buy’ with 150+ exhibiting companies showcasing products designed to enhance patient outcomes and pharmacy efficiencies.\n✔ Unrivaled Networking – Connect with and re-connect with 3\,500+ pharmacy colleagues and peers. \n  \nConference Theatres & Key Themes \nKeynote Theatre \nInsights from national leaders and senior NHS England figures\, setting the strategic direction for the future of clinical pharmacy. \nClinical & Clinical Leadership Theatre \nIn-depth clinical updates on a variety of pharmacy areas\, plus sessions on clinical leadership to influence teams and improve practices. \nLeadership & Professional Development Theatre \nAdvance your career with leadership training\, career pathways\, and success stories from across the sector. \nMedicines Optimisation Workshop \nInteractive roundtable discussions covering medicines safety\, structured medication reviews\, and deprescribing strategies. \nTechnical Services Theatre \nKey topics for aseptics\, medicines storage\, and technical services professionals\, exploring best practices and innovations. \nStrategy & Policy Forum \nActionable insights on navigating policy and strategic challenges within the evolving healthcare landscape. \nIntegrated Care & Primary Care Theatre \nFocused discussions on integrated care systems\, community pharmacy\, and multidisciplinary collaboration to improve patient care. \nTechnology & Innovation Theatre \nDiscover cutting-edge digital solutions transforming pharmacy practice\, including AI\, automation\, and digital prescribing. \nShowcase Theatre \nEngage in peer-led discussions on the latest projects\, research\, and innovations within pharmacy. \nWho Should Attend? \nThis event is designed for all pharmacy professionals\, including:\n✅ Hospital pharmacists & technicians\n✅ Community pharmacists\n✅ Primary care pharmacists\n✅ Integrated care system (ICS) teams\n✅ Academia & research professionals\n✅ Industry professionals involved in pharmacy services \nHow to Register \nAttendance is completely FREE for pharmacy professionals. To secure a complimentary place\, simply register online today: \n👉 Confirm Your Place Now \nSpread the Word! Encourage your colleagues to join you at CPC 2025 and be part of the UK’s leading clinical pharmacy event. \nFor any queries\, please contact us via our website. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to CPC 2025! \n \n 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/clinical-pharmacy-congress-cpc-2025/
LOCATION:ExCel London\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Announcements,Audit and Research,Awards,Digital,Education and Training,Symposium
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SUMMARY:BOPA Introduction to Cancer Course May 2025 (Leeds)
DESCRIPTION:Registration opens Thursday 6th March 9am\n  \n\nThe BOPA Introduction to Course Course 2025\n\n\nWHEN: Thursday 1st & Friday 2nd May 2025\nWHERE: The Bridge Conference Centre\, Rider Street\, Leeds LS9 7BQ (1.3 miles (10 min Taxi or 20min walk) from Leeds Train Station)\nCOST: £50 per day (travel and accommodation not included)\nCONTENT: Click to see Agenda\n\n  \nDue to budget pressure\, it is likely that only one Introduction to Cancer course will be held in 2025. Moreover\, we have taken the difficult decision to charge delegates a contribution towards the running of the course in order to ensure the financial sustainability of BOPA and the long-term future of the BOPA ITC. \n  \nRest assured the content and quality of the Introduction to Cancer course will remain of the greatest value with high quality speakers. \nWe have introduced a new agenda for 2025 which incorporates additional sessions on Paediatric Oncology\, Haematology and Genomics\, as well as traditional sessions on Oncological Emergencies\, Verification and Side Effects of SACT which have received great feedback in the past. \n  \nVisit the BOPA Introduction to Course page for more information for the course. Don’t forget to follow #BOPAITC on social media for all the updates! \n  \nThe Education and Training Subcommittee \nSee our committee information page HERE 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-itc-2025-leeds/
LOCATION:The Bridge Conference Centre\, Rider Street\, Leeds\, LS9 7BQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Education and Training
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SUMMARY:BOPA My Research Webinar - New Models of Care
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 23rd April 2025 1-2pm BST\n  \nWebinar Schedule:  \nAiredale NHS Foundation Trust secured NHSE Invest to Save funding and employed two part-time pharmacists to reduce wastage and expenditure of cancer chemotherapy – Emma Makram (25mins) \nUtilising the NHSE SACT waste calculator to assess the level of waste – Experience at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust (CHFT) and Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust – Louise Hemmings (25 mins) \nQ&A (10mins) \n  \nBiographies: \n\n \nEmma Makram is a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist in Cancer Services Medicines Optimisation at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust. She has worked in this role as a job share since 2023 as part of the NHSE Invest to Save Initiative. In this role\, Emma has been involved in several projects to make savings and reduce SACT waste.  \n\n\nSince qualifying as a pharmacist in 2011\, Emma has worked in community pharmacy in the North West of England before moving to hospital pharmacy via bank roles at The Christie Clinic and Airedale. She has worked at Airedale in various clinical roles since 2016. \n  \n \nLouise Hemmings is an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist in Cancer Services working at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust. From September 2023 to September 2024 she undertook a secondment to work with NHSE as part of an Invest to Save Initiative specifically looking at SACT Waste across Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust and Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust. She completed her MPharm at the University of Bradford and a post graduate clinical pharmacy diploma at the University of Cardiff. Since qualifying 15 years ago she has worked as an admissions pharmacist\, antimicrobial pharmacist and in HIV and Sexual Health services at a number of different trusts in the Yorkshire region\, before moving into Cancer Services. \n  \n\n\nPlease Note:\n-Webinars will start at 13:00 GMT and will last about 30 minutes to 1 hour \n-The Zoom link for the webinar will be sent on the day of the event around 12:30pm (if you would like the link before this time please email contact@bopa.org.uk) \n-This webinar is FREE to access for BOPA Paid Members or Free Associates \n-Webinars will be recorded and appear in the BOPA eLearning section of the website via this LINK
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-my-research-webinar-new-models-of-care/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Audit and Research,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250312T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250312T140000
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SUMMARY:Oral Mucositis Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our latest webinar provided free to all members of the MDT .  Please do register at the link below \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1230313243029?aff=oddtdtcreator \nThe Burning Issue- Understanding Oral Mucositis and new approaches to care.
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/oral-mucositis-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250312T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T132530
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SUMMARY:BOPA My Research Webinar - Unseen and unheard: The medicine-related needs of older people with sensory impairment (OPwSI)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 12th March 2025 12-1pm GMT\n  \nThe session will be delivered by: Professor Margaret (Mags) C. Watson \n  \nTopic: Unseen and unheard: The medicine-related needs of older people with sensory impairment (OPwSI) \n  \nBiography \nMags is a health services research and registered pharmacist.  She is Professor of Health Services Research (HSR) and Pharmacy Practice (0.5wte) in the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences\, University Of Strathclyde\, Scotland. She is also an Honorary Professor with the University of Bath. Her academic career spans over 30 years and has focussed upon the safe and effective use of medicines and effective professional practice.  Her research includes the synthesis of evidence and its implementation into practice\, policy and education.  She is the recipient of Fellowships from the Medical Research Council\, Leverhulme Foundation and Health Foundation.  Mags has served on a range of national research funding committees\, has over 120 peer reviewed publications\, and she is a Fellow of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.  In 2019\, she established her own consultancy business\, Watson Research and Training Limited (https://watsonresearchandtraining.co.uk/). She is a qualified coach and mentor and delivers a range of services that add value to research and individuals involved in research and healthcare. In 2024\, she published her book\, Women in Academia: Achieving Our Potential in 2024\, to address gender asymmetry in this sector and to provide a self-help guide for women (and others) to fulfil their potential. \nPlease Note:\n-Webinars will start at 12:00 GMT and will last about 30 minutes to 1 hour \n-The Zoom link for the webinar will be sent on the day of the event around 11:30am (if you would like the link before this time please email contact@bopa.org.uk) \n-This webinar is FREE to access for BOPA Paid Members or Free Associates \n-Webinars will be recorded and appear in the BOPA eLearning section of the website via this LINK
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-my-research-webinar-unseen-and-unheard-the-medicine-related-needs-of-older-people-with-sensory-impairment-opwsi/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Audit and Research,Online Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250228T163000
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SUMMARY:UK BMT Pharmacists Group Educational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please see the confirmed UK BMT Pharmacists Group Educational Meeting Agenda Feb 25 for the next UK BMT Education afternoon which will take place on Friday 28th February 1400-1630.  There is a single zoom link for this but please join any session as able. \nCertificates of attendance will be issues upon completion of the evaluation form after the meeting. \nWe look forward so seeing you there \nSinéad and Ritti \non behalf of the UK BMT Pharmacist Group Committee \n 
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/uk-bmt-pharmacists-group-educational-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250226T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250226T220000
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SUMMARY:BOPA Collaboration Webinar - Highlights from COSA ASM 2024
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 26th February 2025 at 21:00 GMT \n(27th Feb 07:00 ASET or 26th Feb 14:00 Canadian MST)\nClick HERE to register\n(For COSA CPG members click here\, CAPhO members click here)\n \nThe BOPA Education and Training Subcommittee would like to invite you to the international collaboration webinar series with Clinical Oncology Society of Australia – Clinical Pharmacists Group (COSA CPG) and Canadian Association of Pharmacy in Oncology (CAPhO). \n \nWe have invited the following speakers to present the COSA ASM Highlights 2024. \n\nBishma Jayathilaka from Peter Mac (tied winner for Best of the Best Oral presentation on Clinical Research) – Estimating rates of immune-related adverse events in an Australian state-wide hospital population\nLachlan Roth from The Princess Alexandra Hospital – Cytokine release syndrome incidence with tebentafusp: A case series of real-world data at two hospitals \nMadeleine Washbourne from The Princess Alexandra Hospital – Dapsone dosing for PJP prophylaxis: Breaking down guidelines and building safer alternatives
URL:https://www.bopa.org.uk/event/bopa-collaboration-webinar-highlights-from-cosa-asm-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual – Online
CATEGORIES:Education and Training,Online Webinar
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