Great Ormond Street Hospital Neuro Physiotherapy Department are holding a series of evening lectures this Autumn. These evenings are designed for physiotherapists currently working with neurological paediatric patients, or those working in paediatrics with an interest in this area.
The theme 'From Hit to Home' will encompass the acute to sub-acute pathological processes and medical management. Lectures will have a focus on the therapeutic management, with practical treatment ideas for the difficulties these patients encounter on their journeys from hit to home, from inpatient to the community.
Schedule:
Tuesday 15th October 6-8pm
Assessment and early intervention for the neurological infant
(Lecture and interactive workshop exploring best practice for assessment and management of high risk infants)
Tuesday 22th October 6-8pm
Cancer treatment and neurological side effects
(Lecture and case studies focusing on types of cancer, protocols, general and neurological side effects and their management)
Tuesday 29th October 6-8pm
Brain tumours and ataxia
(Lecture and case studies presenting signs of brain tumours and what to look out for as a physiotherapist. Hydrocephalus and shunts, presented by our neurosurgical team. Assessment and strategies for managing ataxia)
Tuesday 5th November 6-8pm
Demyelination and inflammation
(Lecture and case studies focusing on presentation, management and the role of the therapist in the patient journey)
Tuesday 12nd November 6-8pm
SDR, beyond the surgery
(Lecture and case studies focusing on SDR pathway, longer term rehabilitation post-Selective dorsal rhizotomy)
Tuesday 19th November 6-8pm
Is the rare becoming common? When to bend the rules
(Physiotherapy management of rare conditions including mucopolysaccharridosis, epidermolysis bullosa, spinal dysraphism and post-epilepsy surgey)
Info:
Prices are £20 per lecture or £100 for the whole series. This includes a small booking fee.
Tickets include handouts for each lecture you attend.
Lectures will be held in the lecture theatre on the ground floor of Weston House, Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3HR.
For more information or to receive updates please follow us on Twitter @GOSHneurophysio
FAQs:
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Two London Underground stations are near the hospital (Russell Square and Holborn), and several mainline train stations are within walking distance (Euston, Kings Cross, St Pancras, Waterloo and Charing Cross). There are also several bus stops close by. There are cycle racks on Queens square, just at the end of Great Ormond Street and the closest Santander Cycles docking station is on Guilford Street.
Street parking is very limited and can be expensive. There are also some car parks within walking distance to the hospital.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
If you have any questions regarding the event, please check our twitter feed @GOSHneurophysio.
Alternatively, please email amy.bridge@gosh.nhs.uk or melissa.goktogan@gosh.nhs.uk - please note that it may take 48 hours to receive a reply due to clinical workload.
What is the refund policy?
Full refunds can be made if cancellations are made up to a week before the course. A small admin fee will still apply.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring your ticket confirmation email (electronic or paper), and a pen if you wish to make notes.
Can I eat during the lectures?
Food is not permitted inside the lecture theatre, but there will be a short break half way through where you can have a snack in the foyer.
We look forward to seeing you there!
