Cambridge Regional Conference

Cambridge Regional Conference

By The Association for Perioperative Practice (AfPP)

One-day conference for perioperative practitioners; programme of expert speakers, industry-leading exhibitors, and networking opportunities.

Date and time

Location

Cambridge

Venue TBC Cambridge CB1 United Kingdom

Agenda

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Registration, Tea/Coffee and Exhibition Viewing

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Welcome and Introduction

Event Chair

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

Session 1: Transformation in Pre-assessment Workforce and Service Delivery

Angela Tiu, Senior Nurse


OVERVIEW: The session will talk about the importance of pre-assessment to the NHS Recovery Plan, Theatre Productivity and Patient Experience. It will map the challenges of running a nurse-led pre-ass...

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Session 2: Prepping and Draping the Surgical Patient

Louise Dye, Clinical Education Facilitator


OVERVIEW: In this session, we will discuss the importance of proper skin preparation and draping in reducing the risk of infection during surgery. We all have a role to play in this process. Through...

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Tea/Coffee, Networking and Exhibition Viewing

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Session 3: NatSSIPs 2

Dr Annie Hunningher, NatSSIPs Clinical Lead CPOC


OVERVIEW: A quick guide on how to use and implement/troubleshoot the CPOC NatSSIPs 2 including the 8 Sequential Steps and Organisational Standards. With so much available information, practitioners c...

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

Lunch, Networking and Exhibition Viewing

1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

Session 4: Moving with the times - Anaesthetics

Dr Huw Griffths, Consultant Anaesthetist


OBJECTIVES: This session explores key considerations in anaesthetic practice, focusing on medicolegal responsibilities, the differences between awake and general anaesthesia procedures, and how surgi...

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Session 5: Pain Management in Recovery

Flor Angeline Pagador, Recovery Staff Nurse


OVERVIEW: Attendees of this session will be hearing about pain management that circles around PACU. While pain control remains consistent in procedure and application, the process is still highly ind...

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Tea/Coffee, Short Refreshment Break

3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

Session 6: Returning to Reusable Case Study Princess Alexandra Hospital Harlow

Anthony Heard, Sterile Services Manager


OVERVIEW: A presentation on returning to reusable polyare, detailing: why we implemented this, how this was implemented, the steps taken to ensure success, the results and the benefit of doing this. ...

4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Re-cap & Reviewing, Closing Remarks, Questions and Evaluations

Event Chair

Good to know

Highlights

  • 7 hours, 15 minutes
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 30 days before event

About this event

Business • Career

The AfPP Regional Conference in Cambridge on Saturday 8 November 2025, is a unique opportunity for perioperative practitioners to come together, share expertise, and explore the latest developments shaping the dynamic perioperative field. It will cover local issues and topics relevant to perioperative professionals in the Anglia region.

In today’s healthcare landscape, the demands placed on perioperative teams are greater than ever. Whether it’s adopting innovative surgical technologies, championing patient safety, or fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, your role is critical to delivering optimal outcomes for patients. This conference is designed to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to continue excelling in your practice.

Throughout the day, you will have access to insightful keynote sessions and engaging discussions led by some of the most respected voices in perioperative care. Our agenda covers topics that resonate with the challenges and opportunities you face every day.

This conference is also a celebration of shared commitment to excellence in perioperative care. Take this opportunity to network with industry-leading exhibitors and like-minded professionals to exchange ideas and reconnect with the passion that drives you to make a difference in the lives of patients. Gain 6 CPD hours.

We are welcoming both our current members and non-members to all our events.

Let’s make this regional conference a memorable and enriching experience for all!


Please note that all timings, topics, sessions and speakers are subject to change. We reserve the right at any point in time to alter the aforementioned.

Exhibitors

Mölnlycke Health Care is a world-leading MedTech company that specialises in innovative solutions for wound care and surgical procedures. Mölnlycke products and solutions are used daily by hospitals, health care providers and patients in over 100 countries around the world. Our purpose is to revolutionise care for people and planet. We drive change that improves the health and wellbeing of patients and those who care for them–while reducing the environmental footprint of healthcare.

B. Braun is one of the world's leading providers of medical solutions, incorporating the company’s depth of expertise and understanding of users' needs.

B. Braun Sterile Goods Management brings together innovative products, services and consultancy to create intelligent, cost-effective and digitally enhanced solutions for SSDs and theatres. Our expertise spans surgical instrumentation, sterile technology, decontamination and technical services; we’re here to help hospitals efficiently maintain the sterile supply of high-quality instruments to theatre, for the long term.


We’re looking forward to meeting visitors at the AfPP Roadshows throughout the UK this year where we’ll be demonstrating our latest sterile container and instrument innovations, as well as solutions for efficiency and sustainability.

Our people set us apart. Our highly motivated teams deliver outstanding patient care, reflected in the levels of satisfaction expressed by both patients and consultants. Looking after you is at the heart of what we do, we offer extensive CPD and learning and development opportunities to ensure investment in your career.

Ecolab’s purpose is to make the world cleaner, safer and healthier – helping customers succeed while protecting people and the resources vital to life. We can help you switch to low carbon alternatives in your theatre (and beyond). Our comprehensive skin prep portfolio is aligned to the recommendations in both the NICE guidelines and the Green Theatre Checklist – helping you to reduce surgical site infections and your environmental impact. We look forward to meeting you at AfPP events throughout the year!

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