NHS European office sessionsLeave with a clearer understanding of the NHS and the EU, by joining three sessions run by the NHS European office. First three Fringe sessions announcedFringe sessions form an important part of the programme this year, and give you the chance to hear about successful projects that have been undertaken with NHS organisations. Two new sessions on urgent careJoin two exciting new sessions - one led by the New Zealand health board that dealt with the Christchurch earthquake and has achieved low acute admission rates, and one exploring the role of frontline practitioners in the patient information pathway. Strengthening CCG relationshipsTo help our members and partners establish relationships with emerging CCG leaders and as part of our work to support PCTs managing the transfer of commissioning responsibilities, we are offering a free conference pass to each CCG registering with us. Sessions to help you implement post-Bill changesThe programme examines how the post-reform NHS operates: who assures quality, how health and social care can be best integrated, steps to achieving financial stability, developing commissioning support, and lots more.
Putting people first through shared decision-makingThe second of our pre-conference discussion papers looking at the relationship between patients, the public and the NHS, looks at putting people first through shared decision-making and collective involvement. Read and send us your thoughts. Patients, citizens and the NHSWhat do the public now expect from their health service and what does that mean for future health leaders? Look at the changing interactions between patients, citizens and the NHS in the first of five discussion papers leading up to the conference. Panel sessions give you the bigger pictureConference panel sessions are an excellent opportunity to absorb a range of viewpoints on hot topics, put your questions to the experts, and leave with a fuller understanding. Book your place for this year's eventWith the changes brought about by the Health and Social Care Bill providing a powerful background for debate and learning, this year’s conference is an essential date in the healthcare leaders’ calendar. A date for your 2012 diaryNHS Confederation annual conference and exhibition 2012: 20-22 June, Manchester Central. The only event bringing healthcare leaders from across the NHS together. |