RCOG Conferences and Courses Catalogue: Autumn/Winter 2015 by Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Conferences and Courses Catalogue Autumn/Winter 2015 Courses for O&G professionals

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Welcome Our conferences and courses are world-class. The RCOG exists to champion the best in women’s health care and to support our doctors to achieve excellence in their practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. We are focused on developing and shaping standards in postgraduate medical education and clinical practice across the globe. To achieve this, a team of over 1200 O&G experts deliver a busy programme of RCOG conferences and courses to over 5000 clinicians each year, both in our London headquarters and in cities around the UK and the world, including Egypt, Abu Dhabi, Pakistan, India, Malaysia and Hong Kong. Our programme of events are designed to help train and equip O&G specialists throughout their medical career and across the differing specialities; from MRCOG revision courses, to ATSM courses, annual professional updates and CPD related conferences. Designed and delivered by experienced and world renowned experts, our courses are unrivalled and offer unique access and insights with our faculty of top class speakers.

“Welcome to the RCOG’s 2015 Conferences and Courses Catalogue. Designed as a complete guide to what’s happening at the College, which courses and meetings are running, and what is new in the calendar for 2015. We hope you will find it helpful and look forward to welcoming you to the College in 2015.” Honorary Deputy Director of Conferences: Mr Nick Panay MRCOG

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Navigation We have divided the catalogue into three sections:

Training and CPD Events

Browse courses related to core curriculum, ATSMs and other training modules. Many of these conferences are also suitable for consultants who would like annual updates or to refresh their skills.

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Consultants and Annual Updates

These events focus on different areas of the speciality but are not suitable for fulfilling curriculum requirements. Annual scientific meetings and congresses are included in this section.

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Faculty Development

Discover meetings designed to develop your personal skills and provide an opportunity to network with your peers. College tutors meetings and clinical directors’ forums can be found here.

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Key to icons Maximum CPD credits gained from this course Duration of the event Location

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Key to price levels

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Standard price (includes VAT) RCOG/Specialist Societies member price (includes VAT) Trainee price (includes VAT) Allied healthcare professional price (includes VAT)

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2015–16 Events 2015

NOVEMBER

JULY 6–10

Part 1 MRCOG Revision Course

13–14 MRCOG Final Preparation: Part 2 Written 16

Expert Witness: Excellence in Report Writing NEW

2–3

Basic Practical Skills in O&G

Clinical Director’s Forum

12–13 BSUG Annual Scientific Update in Urogynaecology 16

17–18 Post Reproductive Health 21

SEPTEMBER 9–10

Early Pregnancy and Gynaecological Ultrasound

14–15 Basic Practical Skills in O&G 16

Expert Witness: Courtroom Skills NEW

21–22 Benign Abdominal Laparoscopic Surgery 24–25 Training the Trainers 28

Intrapartum Fetal Surveillance

29–30 Understanding Urodynamics

OCTOBER 2

PROMPT 2, Train the Trainers

5–6

Basic Practical Skills in O&G

How to be a College Tutor

College Tutors’ Meeting (Invite only)

Management of Multiple Pregnancy NEW Careers Day for Junior Doctors

24–26 Annual Professional Development Conference

Masterclass in the Management of PPH

PROMPT 2 Train the Trainers

10–11 Maternal Medicine: Complications in Pregnancy 11

International Women’s Day

Training Day in Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology

17–18 Early Pregnancy and Emergency Gynaecology 18

ROBuST Train the Trainers

21–22 Basic Practical Skills in O&G

DECEMBER 1–3

Diagnostic and Operative Hysteroscopy

10–11 National Trainees Conference, London

2016 JANUARY 11–15 Part 1 MRCOG Revision Course 18–19 Basic Practical Skills in O&G 29

Essential Obstetric Ultrasound

FEBRUARY 4–5

12–13 MRCOG Final Preparation: Intensive OSCE

MRCOG Final Preparation: Part 2 Written

ROBuST Train the Trainers

14–15 Science for Subspecialties

Medical Students’ Day

ROBuST,Train the Trainers Course

Manual Vacuum Aspiration Training

Maternity Patient Safety Day

18–19 Reproductive Surgery and the Fallopian Tube NEW

19–23 MRCOG Final Preparation: OSCE

MARCH

APRIL 11–15 Subfertility and Reproductive Endocrinology and Assisted Conception Theoretical Courses 18–19 MRCOG Final Preparation: Intensive OSCE 21–22 Training the Trainers 21–22 Risk Management and Medico-Legal Issues in Women’s Health Care 23–25 Fetal Medicine and Advanced Antenatal Practice 25–29 MRCOG Final Preparation: Part 2 Written

MAY 5 How to be a College Tutor 26–27 Surgical Masterclass in Urogynaecology

22–23 Basic Practical Skills in O&G

Please note that the dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date listing, please visit rcog.org.uk/events

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Foundation Careers Day for Junior Doctors 21 November 2015 The RCOG Careers Day for Junior Doctors is specifically designed for those making their applications to specialist training. The day will feature lecture-based presentations designed to give you an idea of what working in O&G involves as well as practical advice on the application process. There will also be advice zones on specific issues and clinicians from all levels will be available to answer any questions you may have. The day will finish with a selection of hands-on workshops and there will be stands, facilitated by a selection of O&G’s Specialist Societies, where you can try out some of the many practical aspects of O&G and find out about the wide range of areas it covers.

Who should attend? Junior doctors applying for specialist training

1 day

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Training and CPD Events Browse this section to discover courses covering all specialities in O&G, tailored for each training stage (from core curriculum to ATSM modules) as well as supporting your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) portfolio. We also run a programme of theoretical courses to support ATSMs, including: Early Pregnancy and Gynaecological Ultrasound, Benign Abdominal Surgery, Post Reproductive Health, and Diagnostic and Operative Hysteroscopy. Remember ATSM theoretical courses are valid for three years and must be completed prior to completion of the practical component of the ATSMs. The RCOG National Trainees Conference 2015, London, is designed for O&G trainees at every stage of their career. Get advice on succeeding in early O&G training, Part 2 MRCOG tips and techniques, and guidance on life after CCT.

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“ An excellent day with informative presentations.” “ The balance was superb using case studies to learn from is so much more enjoyable.” Maternal Medicine delegates, 2014

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RCOG Basic Practical Skills in O&G

Various 2015 The RCOG Basic Practical Skills course (BPS) is designed to introduce trainees to safe surgical techniques and obstetric clinical skills, in a structured workshop environment. The course is standardised to ensure common objectives, content structure and assessment methods are followed and can be linked to the RCOG Training Portfolio and OSATS. Redesigned in 2014, the new two-day format enables trainees to focus on hands-on skills while in the classroom, by introducing pre-course eLearning materials including videos and assessments. The course also looks at the increasingly important topic of human factors and enhanced recovery principles, complementing the new RCOG curriculum.

Learning Objectives Spend more time practising basic operative obstetric and gynaecological skills Learn about new topics such as human factors and enhanced recovery pathways Sign off elements in the RCOG Training Portfolio Logbook and OSATS Complete the mandatory requirements into ST3

Dates 8–9 August, Surrey 22–23 August, Bangalore 14–15 September, RCOG 5–6 October, RCOG 19–20 October, Nottingham 21–22 October, Cardiff 2–3 November, RCOG 18–19 November, London

Course organisers Basic Practical Skills Convenor Mr Wai Yoong FRCOG, London Basic Practical Skills Assistant Convenor Mr Wasim Lodhi MRCOG, London Supporting resources This course includes the Basic Practical Skills manual from Cambridge University Press Supporting StratOG resources Basic Practical Skills eLearning modules

Who should attend? ST1–ST2 Foundation Years 1 and 2 with an interest in O&G

2 day

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Part 1 MRCOG Revision Course

MRCOG Final Preparation: Part 2 Written

6–10 July 2015

13–14 July 2015

This five-day course focuses on revision for the Part 1 MRCOG exam and offers a comprehensive programme of lectures covering all components of the exam. There is extensive exposure to typical exam questions, including many practice SBA and MCQ sessions, plus general advice about preparing for, and taking the exam as well as advice from the RCOG Examinations team.

The new format course will focus on polishing your exam techniques to improve your chances of passing the NEW written papers. The two written papers will consist of Single Best Answer (SBAs) and Extended Matching Questions (EMQs). The course is developed and taught by experienced MRCOG examiners, you will have tutorials about the new exam question formats and ample opportunity to practise SBAs and EMQs. Places are strictly limited to 50, so we recommend that you book early to avoid disappointment.

Learning Objectives

Become familiar with the Part 1 MRCOG syllabus and exam structure Revise the key areas of the Part 1 MRCOG syllabus Practise large number of typical exam questions Become confident with the formats and various types of the exam questions

Learning Objectives

Be familiar with the new format of the Part 2 MRCOG written papers Understand the standards of the required knowledge Learn key aspects of the curriculum

Who should attend?

Trainees ST 1–3 Part 1 MRCOG examination candidates

Who should attend?

Trainees ST 4–5 Part 2 MRCOG examination candidates

Course organisers

Part 1 MRCOG Revision Course Convenor Dr Anthony Griffiths MRCOG, Wales Part 1 MRCOG Revision Course Assistant Convenor Dr Asma Khalil MRCOG, London

Part 2 MRCOG Revision Course Convenor Dr Yasmin Sajjad MRCOG, Manchester Part 2 MRCOG Revision Course Assistant Convenor Dr Anita Sanghi FRCOG, London

Supporting resources Receive 20% discount on MRCOG Revision books from Cambridge University Press

Supporting StratOG resources

SBAs for Part 2 MRCOG Online Resource

Single Best Answer module (SBAs)

Management, Governance and Training within the NHS tutorials

5 day

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Core training modules

RCOG, London

2 day

TRN

RCOG, London

£425

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MRCOG Final Preparation: Intensive OSCE

MRCOG Final Preparation: OSCE

12–13 October 2015

19–23 October 2015

This two-day OSCE course focuses on developing the communication skills that are the key to OSCE success. You will work one-to-one with examiners and in small groups with experienced actors to improve your technique. This course is limited to 20 candidates and is aimed specifically at candidates who have the knowledge and ability to pass the written papers only to fail the OSCE due to communication errors. Candidates that haven’t practised O&G in the UK will particularly benefit from attending this course.

Learning Objectives Experience realistic OSCE stations Receive valuable feedback Observe other candidates’ performance Understand time management within stations Understand the marking scheme for stations Interact with professional RCOG role players Receive small group tutorials with individual emphasis Gain confidence by interacting with examiners

Who should attend?

This OSCE course focuses on improving exam technique to maximise your chances of passing the OSCE exam and being awarded your Membership to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. This one-day course is unique in giving you 3 full OSCE circuits with experienced MRCOG examiners.You will receive individual feedback on each station from the examiners. In the OSCE, the actors can award up to 4 marks and you will receive feedback from the actors to help you improve your communication skills.You will also receive a DVD of your performance in one of the role play stations to help you reflect on your strengths and identify areas for change. There are a maximum of 30 places per day

Who should attend?

Trainees ST 4–5 Same format as intensive OSCE

Course organisers Part 2 MRCOG Revision Course Convenor Dr Yasmin Sajjad MRCOG, Manchester Part 2 MRCOG Revision Course Assistant Convenor Dr Anita Sanghi FRCOG, London

Trainees ST 4–5 Candidates who have passed the Part 2 written component

Course organisers Part 2 MRCOG Revision Course Convenor Dr Yasmin Sajjad MRCOG, Manchester Part 2 MRCOG Revision Course Assistant Convenor Dr Anita Sanghi FRCOG, London

Supporting resources

Receive 20% discount on MRCOG Revision books from Cambridge University Press

2 day

TRN

£610

1 day

RCOG, London

TRN

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Early Pregnancy and Gynaecological Ultrasound

Benign and Abdominal Laparoscopic Surgery

9–10 September 2015

21–22 September 2015

We have invited leading practitioners in this field to give up-to-date lectures in key areas. There are case discussions to demonstrate the use of ultrasound in solving diagnostic problems in clinical situations. Video sessions provide examples of many common gynaecological conditions and an chance to see rare conditions.

This is a two-day theory course that covers the essential aspects of intermediate laparoscopic and open surgery.

Learning Objectives

Perform gynaecological ultrasound examination in a safe and structured way Assess women with postmenopausal bleeding using ultrasound Assess women with suspected early pregnancy abnormalities Learn about the use of ultrasound in women with pelvic pain and endometriosis Complete the Ultrasound in Gynaecology and Ultrasound of Early Pregnancy Complications modules Complete the ATSM ‘Acute Gynaecology and Early Pregnancy’

Who should attend?

Trainees ST 4–7 Consultants in O&G Those who wish to improve their gynaecological scanning skills SAS Doctors

Course organisers

Mr Davor Jurkovic FRCOG, London Professor Lil Valentin FRCOG, Sweden

Supporting StratOG resources StratOG tutorial on principles of ultrasound

Learning Objectives

Improve patient selection and communication of risk Understand the basis for the most commonly encountered procedures Have a thorough understanding of adnexal surgery Have an in depth technical understanding of hysterectomy – vaginal, open and laparoscopic Complete the ATSMs ‘Benign Abdominal Surgery: Open and Laparoscopic’ and ‘Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery for the Excision of Benign Disease’

Who should attend?

Trainees ST 6–7 Consultants in O&G All those with an interest in gynaecological surgery Clinicians interested in developing their understanding of intermediate level laparoscopic surgery SAS Doctors

Course organisers

Mr Saikat Banerjee MRCOG, Chertsey Dr Ertan Saridogan FRCOG, London

Complementing courses Diagnostic and Operative Hysteroscopy, 1–3 December

Joint RCOG/BSGE Meeting

11 credits

14 credits

2 day

STD TRN Page 12

£530 £425

RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

£475 £360

2 day

STD TRN

£530 £425

RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

£475 £360

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Understanding Urodynamics

Post Reproductive Health

29–30 September 2015

17–18 November 2015

This course will give an up-to-date perspective of the assessment and management of lower urinary tract dysfunction in women.

This meeting endeavours to provide answers to the most commonly asked and most difficult questions in the management of post reproductive health.

Learning Objectives

Apply good practice guidance when performing urodynamics Acquire knowledge of equipment and scientific principles underpinning urodynamics Understand application and limitation of urodynamics in different groups of patients Ability to interpret patterns, recognise artefacts and formulate a urodynamics report Complete the ATSM ‘Urogynaecology and Vaginal Surgery’

Who should attend?

Trainees ST 6–7 Consultants in gynaecology Continence advisors

Physiotherapists Specialist nurses SAS Doctors

Course organiser Miss Swati Jha MD FRCOG, Sheffield

Chair of BSUG Meetings Committee Mr Jason Cooper MD FRCOG, Staffordshire

Complementing courses BSUG Annual Scientific Update in Urogynaecology, 12–13 November

Recognise the ways in which menopause can affect quality of life and long term health Target investigations according to each clinical scenario Individualise hormonal and alternative therapeutic regimens that best suit your patients Manage patients with menopause related problems confidently Identify and fully comprehend key research in the field of post reproductive medicine Obtain the BMS/FSRH Advanced Menopause Certificate Complete the ATSM ‘Menopause’

Who should attend?

Sexual health doctors with a special interest in menopause SAS Doctors GPs

Trainees ST 6–7 Consultants in O&G Family planning doctors Healthcare professionals who care for menopausal women

Course organiser

Mr Nick Panay MRCOG, London

Supporting StratOG resources Tutorial on management of lower urinary tract dysfunction

Joint RCOG/BSUG Meeting

Joint RCOG/BMS Meeting

13 credits

12 credits 2 day

STD TRN

£530 £425

2 day

RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

£475 £360

STD TRN

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Diagnostic and Operative Hysteroscopy

1–3 December 2015

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This meeting covers a range of theoretical and practical demonstrations of both diagnostic and operative hysteroscopic surgery. Topics include current and future developments in hysteroscopic procedures, new energy forms and innovative ambulatory surgery. There will be ample time for discussion, debate and networking through the course of the meeting.

Learning Objectives Recognise when and why diagnostic hysteroscopy is appropriate and know how it is safely performed Understand how and when to perform hysteroscopic procedures in an outpatient setting with minimal discomfort Know the principles of setting up an outpatient hysteroscopy service and the role of tariffs Understand the principles and safe use of electrosurgery for hysteroscopic procedures Be familiar with various devices available for performing operative hysteroscopic procedures including endometrial resection and ablation, endometrial polypectomy, fibroid resection and hysteroscopic sterilisation

Be aware of the new developments in hysteroscopy and be up-to-date with the current research in this field Complete the ATSM ‘Benign Gynaecological Surgery: Hysteroscopy’

Who should attend? Trainees ST 6–7 Consultants in O&G Consultants wishing to enhance their skills in hysteroscopy Hysteroscopist nurses and GPs with a special interest in hysteroscopy SAS Doctors

Course organisers Miss Mary Connor FRCOG, Sheffield Mr Stephen Burrell MRCOG, Luton

Complementing courses Benign and Abdominal Laparoscopic Surgery 21–22 September Supporting StratOG resources StratOG tutorial on uterine cavity surgery

Joint RCOG/ BSGE Meeting

13 credits 2 day

STD TRN Page 14

£530 £425

RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

£475 £360

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National Trainees Conference 2015, London

10–11 December 2015 The RCOG National Trainees Conference (NTC) is designed for all O&G trainees with something for every stage of your career. This year’s NTC takes place in the capital and we are taking over the vibrant etc.venues 155 Bishopsgate next to Liverpool Street station for an exciting two days of talks, discussions and networking.

Top reasons for attending NTC Prepare yourself for the next stage of your career Improve your CV with a national presentation and abstract published in BJOG Get career and training advice and have a voice in shaping the future of your training

Network with national O&G experts and colleagues from the UK and abroad Hear your peers’ present their work Experience a different side to O&G in the NTC Fringe

Who should attend? Trainees in O&G International doctors working in O&G Medical students Healthcare professionals with an interest in O&G

Tailor your training to your needs and make yourself stand out Attend tailored sessions designed to cover the new 2013 curriculum Be up-to-date with the most recent advances from experts in their fields

2 day

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Consultants and Annual Updates The events and conferences in this section focus on specific areas of the speciality, such as urogynaecology or obstetric emergency training. They are not specifically designed for fulfilling curriculum requirements but provide opportunities for learning, debate and development. Our experienced faculty are at the forefront of new and developing areas of topical interest and respond by organising events each year on these important subjects. Look out for our conference on Management of Multiple Pregnancy and the new Expert Witness courses, which are in partnership with Bond Solon, the UK’s leading legal training company for non-lawyers, to offer specialist training for obstetricians and gynaecologists acting as expert witnesses. Don’t miss the RCOG Annual Professional Development Conference, 24-26 November. This meeting is fully booked every year, so be sure to book your place early. In 2016 the RCOG World Congress will be coming back to the UK. On 20-23 June 2016 we will be in the dynamic, confident and expanding city of Birmingham. Mark the date in your diary, and look out for further announcements in September 2015.

“ For me, this was the best conference that I have attended at the RCOG. The programme was well balanced, with probably an obstetric bias which suited me fine, but the gynaecology sessions were also topical and well presented.” Annual Professional Development delegate, 2014

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Expert Witness: Excellence in Report Writing

Expert Witness: Courtroom Skills

16 July 2015

NEW 16 September 2015

NEW

The RCOG has teamed up with Bond Solon, the UK’s leading legal training company for non-lawyers to offer specialist training for obstetricians and gynaecologists acting as expert witnesses. This course explores what lawyers and the courts expect and require from an expert’s report. Delegates will be taught how to assess their own and other experts’ reports and produce, quickly and consistently, reports that are court compliant and can withstand cross-examination. Many experts create their own report writing style or adopt other people’s generalised formats, having rarely received constructive feedback from lawyers on what is required from their written evidence. This is a small group course so space is strictly limited to 16 places.

The witness box is a lonely place. Many experts feel they are on trial, standing in the dock rather than giving independent testimony to assist the Court. Often, experts are unfamiliar with this environment, as few cases go to a full trial. But a poor performance can undermine confidence and credibility. Courtroom Skills is an intensive and highly practical training day. First we examine the theory, practice and procedure of giving evidence, demystifying the process. Then delegates are cross-examined on a case study they prepare on their field of expertise. A professional trainer, who is an experienced lawyer, gives constructive feedback on delegates’ witness box presentation. This is a small group course so space is strictly limited to 16 places.

The course covers

Expressing an opinion on the issues Pitching the language at the right level Expressing an independent view and arguing your conclusion Including research references Exhibits, photographs, diagrams and plans Developing a report format The contractual position between expert, solicitor, client and the Legal Services Commission Terms and conditions and experts’ fees The Expert’s Declaration

Course organisers

Bond Solon, London Mr Derek Tuffnell FRCOG, Bradford, RCOG Clinical Lead

Joint RCOG/ Bond Solon Meeting

How the court system works The expert witness’ role as an independent educator of the court Key skills of presenting effective evidence Techniques lawyers use in cross-examination and how to handle them Expressing an opinion based on the foundation of fact Giving confident, clear testimony under crossexamination

Course organisers

Bond Solon, London Mr Derek Tuffnell FRCOG, Bradford, RCOG Clinical Lead

Joint RCOG/ Bond Solon Meeting

6 credits

1 day

STD Page 18

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RCOG, London

RCOG

£434

1 day

STD

£484

RCOG, London

RCOG

£434

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Intrapartum Fetal Surveillance

PROMPT 2 Train the Trainers

28 September 2015

2 October 2015

This course aims to provide a clinical update on intrapartum fetal surveillance for doctors and midwives who work on the labour ward.

PROMPT is a multi-professional obstetric emergencies training package that has been developed for use in local maternity units with the aim of reducing preventable harm to mothers and their babies. In addition to the course, each hospital unit will receive a ‘Course in a Box’ to facilitate the introduction or continued implementation of in-house multi-professional obstetric emergencies training. ‘Course in a Box’ includes course and trainers’ manuals and CD Rom with algorithms, implementation tools, scenarios and videos.

Learning Objectives

Understand the physiology behind normal fetal heart rate control Understand the pathophysiology behind the features observed on the CTG trace Recognise features of various types of intrapartum fetal hypoxia Appreciate the role of oxytocin, meconium and temperature on fetal wellbeing in labour Understand the principles behind managing a prolonged deceleration Determine the role of additional tests of fetal wellbeing such as fetal scalp blood sampling and fetal ECG (ST-Analyser or STAN)

Who should attend?

All trainees and consultants in obstetrics Lawyers involved in obstetric medico-legal cases Midwives All other healthcare professionals who provide care to pregnant mothers in labour SAS Doctors

Learning Objective Deliver PROMPT Training in your hospital or unit

Who should attend? Multi-professional team of staff from a maternity unit or institution. Teams participating in the training may consist of: Labour Ward Midwives/Obstetric Nurses/ Healthcare Support workers Maternity Risk Managers/Educators Obstetricians Obstetric Anaesthetists

Registration fees £4,000 (£3,334 + VAT) per team, for teams that are new to PROMPT training

Course organisers

£2,000* (£1,667 + VAT) per team, discounted price for

Maternity Units/Institutions that have already sent a team to a PROMPT 1 Train the Trainers day, includes extended 12 month support package, plus all revised materials

Dr Edwin Chandraharan MRCOG, London Dr Leonie Penna FRCOG, London *

Teams applying for the discounted rate of £2,000 will be required to provide details of attendance at the PROMPT 1 Train the Trainers (T3) Day.

Supporting StratOG resources Supporting resources

Electronic fetal monitoring

Additional PROMPT course manuals can be purchased from Cambridge University Press

7 credits 1 day

STD TRN

£335 £230

RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

Joint RCOG/PROMPT Maternity Foundation Meeting

£285 £215

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Science for Subspecialties

ROBuST Train the Trainers

14–15 October 2015

16 October 2015

Basic science forms a core part of the curriculum for all subspecialty trainees. The format of the course includes core lectures relevant to all the subspecialties with break out groups to cover aspects of the curriculum specific to each subspecialty. It is not aimed as part of the revision for the MRCOG. This meeting is aimed at subspecialty trainees and subspecialists in gynaecological oncology, maternal fetal medicine, reproductive medicine, sexual and reproductive health and urogynaecology. Also general trainees and generalists with a special interest in these topics.

The aim of the RCOG Operative Birth Simulation Training course is to provide instruction and handson practice in all methods of operative vaginal birth (both non-rotational and rotational) to facilitate the achievement of the OSAT competencies on the RCOG Training matrix. Techniques for performing a Caesarean Section at full dilatation are also covered. The course consists of short lectures, hands-on workshops and small group discussions on teamwork and communication. As part of the training package, delegates will receive the ROBuST Trainers Manual and DVD.

Learning Objectives

Updates in highly relevant topics for your subspecialty Understand basic sciences in a structure and organised manner Apply the principles of basic scientific techniques and ideas’

Who should attend?

Subspecialty trainees Consultants wanting to update their knowledge on specific, relevant topics Trainees with special interests in these essential topics

Course organisers

Dr Christian Becker, Oxford Mr Enda McVeigh FRCOG, Oxford Professor Ahmed Ashour Ahmed, Oxford

Learning Objective Deliver the ROBuST Course in your hospital or unit

Who should attend? Consultants or midwives whose institutions have applied to run local RCOG Operative Birth Simulation Training courses

Course organisers Dr Alison Gale FRCOG, RCOG Simulation Lead, Preston Dr George Attilakos MRCOG, London Professor Tim Draycott FRCOG, Bristol Dr Dimitrios Siassakos MRCOG, Bristol Ms Cathy Winter, Bristol

Supporting resources Additional ROBuST course manuals and trainers manuals can be purchased from Cambridge University Press

12 credits

4 credits

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£530 £425

1 day

RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

£475 £360

STD AHP

£335

RCOG, London

RCOG

£285

£215

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Maternity Patient Safety Day

16 October 2015

BSUG Annual Scientific Update in Urogynaecology 12–13 November 2015

This is the 3rd Women’s Health Patient Safety day held here at the RCOG. It is your opportunity to learn from those who are leading on patient safety issues in our specialities and to share experiences with those who’ve been involved in patient safety issues from both sides.

The annual RCOG/BSUG Urogynaecology meeting aims to update delegates on current issues and clinical practice in this specialty.The varied programme includes renowned speakers from the UK and abroad, and will stimulate thought and discussion.

Learning Objectives

Who should attend?

To find out about the latest patient safety initiatives and how to embed them into our clinical practice Share experiences of implementing patient safety initiatives with other health care professionals

Obstetric anaesthetists Clinical governance and patient safety leads Clinical and medical directors Midwives and other health professionals involved in the provision of women’s health Health Service Managers with an interest in risk

Course organisers

Mr Tim Hillard FRCOG, Chair of the NHS England Women’s Health Patient Safety Expert Group Ms Anita Dougall, Director, Clinical Quality, RCOG

Improve your overall knowledge of urogynaecology Understand the basics of anatomy and epidemiology Be able to comprehensively manage patients with varying urogynaecological conditions

All trainees and consultants in gynaecology and urology Nurses and physiotherapists with an interest in this field SAS Doctors

Course organiser

Mr Jason Cooper MD FRCOG, Staffordshire

Complementing course Understanding Urodynamics, 29–30 September 2015

Joint RCOG/BSUG Meeting

6 credits

13 credits

1 day

STD TRN

£335 £230

RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

£285 £130

2 day

STD TRN

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Management of Multiple Pregnancy

16 November 2015

NEW Who should attend?

The incidence of multiple pregnancy is rising, secondary to the use of assisted reproductive techniques. Multiple pregnancy is associated with increased maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity. The maternal mortality is 2.5 times higher in twin, compared to singleton, pregnancies. Almost 50% of twin pregnancies deliver before 37 weeks’ gestation. Many clinicians who are confident when managing complicated singleton pregnancies feel uneasy caring for women with multiple pregnancy. A recent survey has shown that the level of familiarity with the NICE guideline on “Antenatal Management of Multiple Pregnancy” is poor and implementation suboptimal. This course will provide a comprehensive update on the management of multiple pregnancy and all sessions will have dedicated time for audience interaction.

Trainees and consultants in O&G GPs Midwives Sonographers SAS Doctors

Course organisers

Ms Asma Khalil MRCOG, London Professor Basky Thilaganathan FRCOG, London

Learning Objectives

Be familiar with the NICE guidance on the antenatal management of multiple pregnancy Understand the role of the midwife and sonographer in the Specialist Multiple Pregnancy Clinic Be up-to-date with new advances in the prenatal diagnosis and management of complicated multiple pregnancy Gain expertise and confidence in managing multiple pregnancy To appreciate the roles and interaction of the multidisciplinary team members in the management of women with multiple pregnancy

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Supporting resources StratOG tutorial on intrapartum management of multiple pregnancy

6 credits 1 day

STD TRN

£335 £230

RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

£285 £215

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Annual Professional Development Conference

24–26 November 2015

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The RCOG Annual Professional Development Conference brings together some of the UK’s most respected clinicians for a wide-ranging programme of lectures, debates and breakout sessions. Each year UK Specialist Societies are invited to host parallel breakout sessions, enabling you to tailor your attendance according to your interests and meet leaders in each field.

Learning Objectives

Hear the full spectrum of recent advances from experts in their field, deliberately tailored for a diverse audience Provide an update on current medical politics Learn about College activities through informal discussion session with College Officers

Who should attend?

All consultants in O&G Practicing specialists, this is designed as an update rather than as a basic introduction

Some experience as a senior level obstetrician and gynaecologist is an advantage, although post MRCOG Specialist Registrars (especially subspecialist trainees wanting to keep up-to-date with other subspecialties) will also find the meeting useful SAS Doctors

Course organisers

Mr Nick Panay MRCOG, London Miss Ranee Thakar MD FRCOG, London

18 credits 3 day

STD TRN

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RCOG, London

RCOG AHP

£580 £440

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Faculty Development Events As Fellows and Members of the College you have a rich resource of educational expertise, enabling you to teach and guide your trainees and fellow professionals to attain the highest standards in women’s health care. To demonstrate the importance we attach to high quality teaching, the College has devised a programme of courses to assist in the: Delivery of education in the workplace-based setting Development and delivery of education in a local/ regional setting Development and delivery of education nationally/ internationally

“ Programme was absolutely fit for purpose. Treated us as adults. Pitched at completely the right level” College Tutors’ Meeting delegate, 2014

The Faculty Development Framework is our formal recognition scheme for trainers and educators in O&G. The four-tier framework: Ensures all Fellows, Members and Trainees receive O&G-specific recognition according to their level of experience Offers guidance on how to develop as trainers and educators by providing appropriate developmental activities

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Training the Trainers

How to be a College Tutor

24–25 September 2015

8 October 2015

This interactive course includes small group activities and breakout sessions. It is essential for all clinical trainers and is led by an expert faculty. The course will equip you with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to enhance your teaching sessions, to give more effective feedback, improve your assessment technique and give you experience of performing difficult appraisals.

The course is specifically designed for adult learners. We aim to equip you with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to prepare you for this rewarding, varied and at times challenging role. The day is very interactive, with lots of small group work and breakout sessions. It is essential training for all consultants who wish to apply for the role of College Tutor. Led by an expert faculty, this one day course builds on the concepts and educational theory covered in the Training the Trainers course.

Learning Objectives Understand the principles of adult learning and how to apply them Be able to explain the difference between appraisal and assessment Directly observed teaching a skill, performing an induction appraisal and performing a difficult appraisal Learn about the principles of “how to give feedback” and applied this knowledge in practice Learn about the structure of postgraduate training Learn a new skill and gained insight into your own learning style Complete the ATSM ‘Medical Education’

Who should attend?

Course organisers

Training the Trainers Course Convenor Mr Alex Taylor MD MRCOG, Bournemouth Training the Trainers Course Assistant Convenor Mr Robert Haughney FRCOG, Kettering

11 credits

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£530 £425

RCOG

Learn about the structure of postgraduate training Be able to navigate effectively around the ePortfolio Have the knowledge to prepare your trainees and educational supervisors for the ARCP Be able to explain the difference between appraisal and assessment Have had the opportunity to be directly observed performing an induction appraisal and performing a difficult appraisal Know where to look and who to turn to for help and support

Who should attend?

Trainees ST 6–7 Consultants in O&G SAS Doctors

2 day

Learning Objectives

Consultants considering to be or recently appointed to be a College Tutor role College Tutors who are looking to refresh or update their knowledge, skills, attitudes Newly or recently appointed College Tutors

Course organisers

Training the Trainers Course Convenor Mr Alex Taylor MD MRCOG, Bournemouth Training the Trainers Course Assistant Convenor Mr Robert Haughney FRCOG, Kettering

RCOG, London

6 credits

£475

1 day

STD

RCOG, London

Free

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College Tutors’ Meeting

Clinical Directors’ Forum

9 October 2015

5 November 2015

The College Tutors’ Meeting provides an excellent opportunity for College Tutors to come along to the College and hear about what is happening in education and training nationally. Updates are given by RCOG Advisors and Officers on important College initiatives in O&G education and training and workshops are provided on various topics of interest to College Tutors, some practical and others more exploratory. There will also be the opportunity to ask the experts’ advice on current issues in O&G training – you will be asked to send in any questions you may have in advance – and the ePortfolio Coordinator will be available to assist you during the lunch hour break.

The purpose of this biannual meeting is to ensure a continuous dialogue regarding what is important in delivering clinical director responsibilities. Using this forum, the College increases awareness of national policies and clinical directors are able to tell us the impact of such policies.Together we are able to develop the College activities agenda. It is a very useful arena to discuss issues and potential solutions and all clinical directors are encouraged to attend.

Learning Objectives Be more up to date with current developments in O&G education and training Be able to give better advice to trainers and trainees Be better informed as to how the College can help you in your role through the new Faculty Development Framework

Course organisers

Learning Objectives Opportunity to network with other O&G Clinical Directors Sharing of information particularly relevant to the role of the Clinical Directors

Who should attend? Clinical Directors

Course organisers Mr Ian Currie FRCOG, RCOG Vice President UK Affairs, London Anita Dougall, London

Dr Clare McKenzie FRCOG, RCOG Vice President Education, Dundee Ms Kim Scrivener, London

5 credits 1 day

STD

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5 credits RCOG, London

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