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Wednesday, 8 October

Emerging pharmacological approaches in acute inpatient mental health

By Inmind Healthcare Group

Latest evidence, safe practice and multi-disciplinary approaches for today's acute mental health wards

Date and time

Location

Battersea Bridge House

1 Randall Close London SW11 3TG United Kingdom

Agenda

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Registration, Coffee and Networking

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Stabilisation on acute wards - what’s changing in psychopharmacology

Dr Timothy Brow, Consultant Psychiatrist

• Rapid-acting options in agitation/psychosis • Early optimisation to reduce length of stay • Clinical safeguards and physical health monitoring in acute care

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Safety by design – safe medication optimisation and reduction of polypharmacy

Clinical Pharmacist

• Clozapine, depot antipsychotics, lithium & sodium valproate in acute care • Managing risks of polypharmacy and frequent PRN use in patients with complex comorbidities • Medication review protocols ...

11:30 AM - 11:50 AM

Coffee and Networking

11:50 AM - 12:35 PM

Supporting safe prescribing and treatment concordance – MDT approaches

Dr Felice Loi, Consultant Psychiatrist

• Linking pharmacology with de-escalation pathways & PBS • Addressing side-effects, supporting patient understanding and strengthening therapeutic relationships • Shared decision-making tools for tra...

12:35 PM - 12:50 PM

Case Vignettes from the Clinical team at Battersea Bridge House Hospital

12:50 PM - 1:30 PM

Buffet Lunch and Networking

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Highlights

3 hours, 30 minutes
Ages 18+
In person
Doors at 09:30

About this event

Health • Medical

Event: Beyond the prescription: Emerging pharmacological approaches in acute inpatient mental health

Venue: Battersea Bridge House

Date: October 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM (Europe/London)

Acute wards face relentless pressures - rapid stabilisation, safe monitoring and supporting patients through to discharge. This half-day event explores the latest pharmacological approaches with contributions from psychiatry, pharmacy, nursing and psychology - focusing on practical applications in inpatient settings.

Frequently asked questions

Will I receive CPD points?

We will provide all attendees with a certificate with 3 hours CPD equivalent training confirmation

Will lunch be provided for free?

Free buffet lunch will be provided at 12:50pm

Do you cater for special dietary requirements?

Yes, please confirm during registration if you have any special dietary requirements

What if I have any food allergies?

Please let us know during registration if you have any food allergies.

What is the nearest tube station to the venue?

The nearest underground is Battersea Power Station (Northern Line)

What is the nearest railway station?

Clapham Junction

What buses travel to the venue

The 319 Bus goes from Clapham Junction to Ethelburga Street, closeby to the hospital

Organised by

Inmind Healthcare Group

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