Prostate Cancer Specialists Conference 2024
Join us for this two-day conference in March. You’ll hear from a panel of expert speakers who’ll share their knowledge and best practice guidance about prostate cancer care.
The conference will be led by Chiara de Biase (Director of Support and Influencing at Prostate Cancer UK), Sarah Hillery (President of the British Association of Urological Nurses) and Amy Rylance (Head of Improving Care at Prostate Cancer UK). They’ll be joined by a range of speakers who’ll provide the latest information and guidance, helping you to provide best practice care for your patients. You’ll also cover CPD requirements by attending.
Date: Wednesday 27 - Thursday 28 March 2024
Time: 9am – 12.15pm
Location: Online
Cost: Free
Registration has now closed
What'll be covered?
Over the two days, you’ll cover topics such as:
- Sexual wellbeing
- Research impact and what Prostate Cancer UK has achieved
- Missing recurrences after radical prostatectomy
- The power of physical activity in men with prostate cancer
Plus there’ll be:
- Live Patient Experience: Gain valuable insights through firsthand narratives from patients, providing a unique perspective.
- Panel Discussions: Engage in thought-provoking conversation on prostate cancer topics, featuring diverse perspectives from our experts.
- Live Q&A Sessions: Ask the speakers questions in real time during their sessions.
The conference is aimed at clinical nurse specialists and allied health professionals, but is open to anyone who cares for men with prostate cancer. You’ll have the chance to ask any questions after each session and engage in peer-to-peer discussions throughout the event.
Registration closed on Tuesday 26th of March at 12:00 pm.
“A well put together and interesting conference that provided both updates and new knowledge that I will be able to integrate into my current practice."
Day 1 - Wednesday 27th of March |
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Time |
Agenda |
Speakers |
9:00 – 9:05 |
Welcome and Introduction |
Amy Rylance |
9:05 – 9:45 |
Conversations with Men and Healthcare Providers on Missing Recurrences after Prostatectomy |
Neil MacLachlan, Alexander Norman and Debbie Victor - Hosted by Joseph Woollcott |
9:45 – 9:55 |
Q&A |
Neil MacLachlan, Alexander Norman and Debbie Victor |
9:55 – 10:30 |
Research Impact: What We’ve Achieved |
Hayley Luxton |
10:30 - 10:40 |
Q&A |
Hayley Luxton |
10:40 - 10:50 |
BREAK |
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10:50 - 11:22 |
TBC |
Serena Jones |
11:22 - 11:32 |
Q&A |
Serena Jones |
11:32 - 12:05 |
Sexual Wellbeing: A Practical Guide |
Lorraine Grover |
12:05 - 12:15 |
Q&A |
Lorraine Grover |
12:15 - 12:25 |
Panel Discussion |
Amy Rylance |
12:25 - 12:30 |
End of Day 1 |
Amy Rylance |
Day 2 - Thursday 28th of March |
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Time |
Agenda |
Speakers |
9:00 – 9:05 |
Welcome and Introduction |
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9:05 – 9:37 |
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Natalia Norori |
9:37 – 9:47 |
Q&A |
Natalia Norori |
9:47 – 10:20 |
The Power of Physical Activity |
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10:20 - 10:30 |
Q&A |
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10:30 - 10:40 |
BREAK |
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10:40 - 12:05 |
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12:05 - 12:15 |
Q&A |
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12:15 - 12:25 |
Panel Discussion |
Chiara de Biase and Sarah Hillery |
12:25 - 12:30 |
End of Day 2 |
Chiara de Biase and Sarah Hillery |
*Programme might be subject to change
You'll be joined by the following speakers who'll share their expert insights. You'll have the opportunity to ask any questions during our interactive Q&A sessions:
- Neil MacLachlan (he/him) - Retired Consultant Ob/Gyn, Educational Consultant at Jersey Women’s Health Hub & Patient Lived Experience
- Debbie Victor (she/her) - Uro-Oncology Clinical Nurse Specialist (metastatic disease) - Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
- Alex Norman (he/him) - GP and Co-Medical Director (Primary Care) - Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance (SSCA)
- Lorraine Grover (she/her) - Psychosexual Nurse Specialist, Treasurer and Trustee of the Sexual Advice Association (SAA), and Specialist Advisor to Macmillan Cancer Support, Prostate Cancer UK and Cancer Research UK.
- Natalia Norori (she/her) – Data and Evidence Manager at Prostate Cancer UK
- Hayley Luxton (she/they) – Senior Research Impact & Intelligence Manager at Prostate Cancer UK
- Sarah Dewhurst (she/her) - Physiotherapist, Living with and Beyond Cancer Service Lead -Royal Marsden Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Alison Berner (she/her) - Academic Clinical Lecturer in Medical Oncology at Barts Cancer Institute, Queen Mary University of London - Specialty Trainee in Medical Oncology, Breast Oncology, St Bartholomew's Hospital - Specialty Doctor in Adult Gender Identity - Gender Identity Clinic London, Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust.
- Lloyd Young (He/him) - Certified Independent Sexual Violence Advocate and Patient lived experience
- Stewart O'Callaghan (they/them) - Founder and CEO of OUTpatients, the UK's LGBTIQ+ cancer charity
After the conference, you will:
- Be up to date with new research and advances in treatment;
- Have increased knowledge of how to better support your patients during their prostate cancer journey;
- Be able to promote a multidisciplinary approach to the management of prostate cancer;
- Have gained confidence in managing the needs of patients.
Following the conference, you’ll receive an evaluation form giving you the chance to provide us with key feedback to help us improve future events. After submitting your feedback, you’ll be able to download your personalised certificate of attendance.
How do I register to the conference?
Registration closed on Tuesday 26 March at 12pm (GMT).
How do I get my certificate?
After the conference, you’ll receive an email with a quick evaluation form to fill in. Once completed you’ll be able to download your certificate of attendance.
I'd love to attend but won’t be able to make the whole conference. Can I still participate?
Yes! If you’ve registered, you’ll be able to join and leave at any time.
Will the conference be recorded?
Yes, all sessions will be recorded and available to view for 6 months afterwards on the online conference platform. We strongly recommend participating on the days though, as you’ll get the opportunity to ask questions and get involved in discussions with your peers.