Introduction to Immunotherapy and Toxicity Management Study Day
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Introduction to Immunotherapy and Toxicity Management Study Day

By Velindre Oncology Academy

This study day offers healthcare professionals a foundational understanding of cancer immunotherapy.

Date and time

Location

Noddfa Skills Lab

Noddfa Building Velindre Cancer Service Cardiff CF14 2TL United Kingdom

Agenda

9:15 AM - 9:30 AM

Registration & Coffee

9:30 AM - 9:40 AM

Welcome and Course Overview

Valerie Harris

Sally Jones

9:40 AM - 10:10 AM

Introduction to Cancer Immunotherapy

Speaker TBC

- Overview of treatments, mechanisms, checkpoint inhibitors - Why and how toxicities occur

10:10 AM - 10:45 AM

Recognising & Managing Immune-Related Toxicities

Dr Senjuti Gupta

- General principles, red flags, 1%, escalation pathways

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Tea/Coffee Break

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Patient Perspective

Speaker TBC

- Patient Experience of immunotherapy and toxicity - Q&A with patient

11:20 AM - 11:50 AM

Role of AHPs in managing IO toxicity

Helen Long – Dietician, VCS

Gut microbiome, prehabilitation & optimising care.

11:50 AM - 12:35 PM

System-Based Toxicities (Part 1)

Speakers TBC

- Endocrine - Dermatological - Neurological

12:35 PM - 12:45 PM

Panel Discussion

Speakers TBC

A discussion with oncologists and Endocrine specialists

12:45 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch & Networking

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Managing the Complexities of Toxicity Treatments/Immunotherapy 

Speaker TBC

- Corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, MDT decision-making  - Managing infection risk/ Supporting shared care with DGHs 

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Role of the Acute Medic in managing IO toxicity within a DGH

Dr Lydia Guhaniyogi

Sally Jones

with Dr Lydia Guhaniyogi - Acute Medicine and Acute Oncology Consultant, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board and Sally Jones – Acute Oncology CNS, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

System-Based Toxicities (Part 2)

Dr Lydia Guhaniyogi

Dr Allie Shipp

Dr Dharmaraj Durai

- Respiratory toxicities including Pneumonitis with Dr Lydia Guhaniyogi - Acute Medicine and Acute Oncology Consultant, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board - Cardiac toxicities: including basel...

3:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Panel Discussion

with Dr Lydia Guhaniyogi, Dr Allie Shipp and Dr Dharmaraj Durai

4:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Tea/Coffee Break

4:15 PM - 4:45 PM

Case-Based Breakout Sessions

Small groups: case studies, problem-solving, escalation scenarios. Facilitated by Clinical Nurse Specialists and consultant pairings

4:45 PM - 4:50 PM

Q&A and Open Discussion

Future directions, service improvement, MSc module opportunities.

4:50 PM - 5:00 PM

Close & Evaluation

Upon completion of the study day, you will receive certificates of attendance and CPD points.

Good to know

Highlights

  • 8 hours
  • ALL AGES
  • In person
  • Free venue parking
  • Doors at 9:00 AM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 10 days before event

About this event

Health • Medical

This study day offers healthcare professionals a foundational understanding of cancer immunotherapy, with a particular focus on checkpoint inhibitors. It explores treatment mechanisms, the reasons behind immune-related toxicities, and practical approaches to their recognition and management. 

 

Why Attend? 

Participants will gain: 

  • A solid grounding in immunotherapy principles. 
  • Practical skills to identify and manage immune-mediated toxicities. 
  • Tools to enhance patient care pathways and outcomes. 

 

Who Should Attend? 

Healthcare professionals across various settings who care for patients receiving immunotherapy and may be involved in managing associated toxicities. 

 

Delivery Format 

Available as a face-to-face or virtual workshop, featuring: 

  • Expert-led presentations 
  • Interactive case studies 
  • Group discussions and problem-solving scenarios 

 

Key Topics 

  • Introduction to immunotherapy and treatment types 
  • Mechanisms and causes of toxicities 
  • Patient experiences with immunotherapy and toxicity 
  • Recognition and management of toxicities: multidisciplinary approach 
  • Endocrine 
  • Colitis 
  • Dermatological 
  • Cardiac 
  • Respiratory 
  • Neurological 
  • Complex toxicity management and escalation 
  • Use of additional immunosuppression 
  • Role of Acute Medical Physicians in district general hospitals 
  • Role of Allied Health professionals in toxicity management 


All in-person tickets will recieve breakfast, lunch, teas and coffees throughout the day.

Should you have any specific requirements or need further assistance, please feel free to contact us at voa@wales.nhs.uk.

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Velindre Oncology Academy

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