Early detection and prevention of vascular issues is something that in our roles as Podiatrists we can be at the forefront with the right education and skills. We are thrilled that the 'Doppler Girls' have agreed to visit us in the South West so here is ian introduction to them;
Emily Howarth and Joanne Casey
Emily and Joanne are specialist podiatrists with an interest in vascular disease. Between them they have 40 years of clinical experience in both NHS and private practice; management of podiatry research and leadership projects and have spoken on the topic of peripheral vascular disease within the UK and Internationally. They hold senior positions in national advisory groups with Emily being current chair of the Vascular specialist advisory group and Joanne, chair of the Legs Matter coalition. They both believe in upskilling podiatrists and other HCP's in vascular health by developing confidence, capability and competence in vascular assessment.
They hope that this session will provide the delegates both with the knowledge and the skills to support the identification and management of PAD, including onward referral and the MDT approach to vascular services.
They will be covering;
- Palpations pulses, foot to femoral
- Abpi
- Tbpi
- Learning the language of Wifi
- Limb of concern assessment
- GP referrals and forms
- Vascular referrals and forms
- Effective patient discussions regarding CV medications, positive psychology and behavioural changes/compliance/exercise programmes.
- Our own health and lifestyle
- Supporting each other as Podiatrists
- There will be lots of hands on practice so please bring your dopplers with you!
The event is being held at Exeter Court Hotel, Kennford. There is plenty of parking available outside the venue including Disability facilities. If you wish to stay at the hotel the night before then please say that you are attending this adn you will recieve a 10% discount.
There will be a cold finger buffet for lunch along with tea/coffee refreshments during the day. Please ensure that you send an email to eventfoodinfo@yahoo.com if you have a particular dietary requirement. This NEEDS to be done as soon as you have booked your ticket as we will only ask once 4 weeks before the event due to the agreed contract with the venue.
There will be 2 tea breaks and 1 lunch break during the day. If you require longer breaks then you are free to step outside the conference room and do so.
The event is Live, in person only and will not recorded.
