Upcoming events
Updates In The Management Of Patients With Diabetes And Cancer
Thursday 3rd July 2025
Overview
Diabetes mellitus in patients with cancer is very common. Diabetes remains one of the commonest comorbid conditions in patients with cancer and the co-existence of cancer and diabetes can have serious implications on cancer care. In this study day we discuss new research relating to the field and also provide updates in the clinical management of patients with both cancer and diabetes. This study day will be beneficial for all healthcare professionals who manage patients with either cancer or diabetes mellitus.
Intended Audience
What to expect
Head and Neck Study day
Thursday 4th September 2025
Head and Neck Cancer Study Day Tickets, Thu 4 Sep 2025 at 09:00 | Eventbrite
Overview
The day will be aimed at Nurses, Allied Health Professionals and anyone working with head and neck cancer patients. We will explore some of the current non-surgical therapies that patients are offered and each session will include a case study.
Intended Audience
The day will be aimed at Nurses, Allied Health Professionals and anyone working with head and neck cancer patients.
What to expect
Teenage and Young Adults (TYA) Study Day
Friday 12th September 2025
Booking link Teenage and Young Adults (TYA) Study Day Tickets, Fri 12 Sep 2025 at 09:00 | Eventbrite
Overview
Teenage and Young Adults (TYA) Study Day – TYA are more than their Cancer Diagnosis
Cancer in young people (16-25yr) is continuing to rise with 7 young people hearing ‘you have cancer’ each day across the UK. As services we are continually addressing the everchanging landscapes for TYAs and ensuring that their every changing needs are met with a holistic approach.
Allied Health Professionals are key to meeting the breadth of needs of TYAs and this study day will focus on the holistic landscape of care for TYAs with Cancer.
Intended Audience
Allied Health Professionals including occupational therapists, physiotherapists and complementary therapists. Youth support workers, nurses and any other HCP's working with TYA's.
What to expect
UKASCC Supportive Oncology Conference
Wednesday 8th – Friday 10th September 2025
UKASCC 2025 Supportive Oncology Conference Tickets, Wed 8 Oct 2025 at 09:00 | Eventbrite
Overview
We have brought together speakers from all over the globe to share their knowledge and expertise, and we welcome delegates from all medical and allied health specialties to learn more about this fast growing field of oncology. The aim of this 3-day event is to provide a range of up to date, evidence-based guidance on how to anticipate and manage problems associated with cancer and its treatment.
Intended Audience
Medical Trainees, Clinical Nurse Specialists, GP’s, Oncologists, Consultants , General Physicians, Emergency Physicians, Research Nurses, Acute Oncology Nurses, Palliative Care Professionals and Allied Health Professionals (such as Radiographers, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists Dieticians) and any others working within Supportive Oncology
What to expect
Many exciting areas and topics will be presented and discussed, some of which will include:
Radiology, Radiotherapy,Resection: MDT approach to Imaging in Rectal Cancer
Overview of the event:
This multi-disciplinary course integrates expertise from radiology, clinical oncology, and surgery to review imaging's role in rectal cancer management. It emphasizes MDT collaboration and a shared understanding of the importance of imaging across specialties, highlighting its impact on treatment decisions and outcomes.
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Location:
Join us onsite at The Christie Institute for Cancer, Education Centre. Covering staging, response assessment, radiotherapy, and surgical planning, the course will be held in the Education Centre Auditorium and North West Imaging Academy, within The Christie. The study day features interactive case-based training, keynote speakers, clinical debates, and simulated MDT discussions.
An Introduction to cancer : Anatomy, Biology and treatments
Join us on the 16th & 17th Sep 2025 for An Introduction to cancer: Anatomy, Biology and Treatments with David O’Halloran. Fully Virtual
Overview
This is a two day course which will present a basic understanding of cancer. Through a series of presentations David describes how cancer develops, the commonest types of cancer, cancer detection and treatment modalities.
Intended Audience
All those new to and in early careers in Oncology including Research, CTU, Admin support, Doctors, Nurses, AHP’s, Hospice, Industry Colleagues and any other staff groups who require an understanding of the anatomy, biology and treatments of cancer.
Topics Covered
· Introduction to cells, tissues and cancer
· The spread of cancer
· Classification of cancer
· Overview of treatment options for cancer
· Colorectal cancer
· Leukaemia and lymphoma
· Lung cancer
· Breast and Prostate cancer
This is a virtual event and the link to join will be sent by e-mail from the Christie Education Events team approx 2-3 weeks prior to the event.
Managing Acute Oncology: Toxicities, Complications and Challenges
Friday 26th September 2025
Overview
Oncology treatment options have expanded exponentially with the introduction of complex multi-drug regimens, immunotherapies and advanced targeted therapies . Toxicities from these therapies are challenging for clinical staff who care for oncology patients. Improved patient treatment options result in improved survival outcomes, necessitating more personalised approaches to cancer complications. This study day will focus on developing an understanding of the approach to assessment of the acutely unwell oncology patient including management of therapy toxicities and complications of advanced cancer.
What to expect
Metastatic Breast Cancer Study Day
Tuesday 14th October 2025
Metastatic Breast Cancer Study Day Tickets, Tue 14 Oct 2025 at 09:00 | Eventbrite
Overview
This study day will focus on important new approaches to management of patients with early breast cancer. Topics will include all aspects of the patient pathway including surgery, endocrine, immune and targeted therapies, radiotherapy and the prevention and management of treatment toxicities.
What to expect
Leaders in their respective fields will present updates on the management of early breast cancer of all major subtypes: HER2+, triple negative & hormone receptor positive. Patient support approaches for fertility preservation, bone health & menopausal symptoms will be discussed in detail. Session will be interactive to facilitate learning.
An Introduction to Haematology Care
Thursday 16th October 2025
An Introduction to Haematology Care Study Day Tickets, Thu 16 Oct 2025 at 09:00 | Eventbrite
Overview
This hybrid study day will provide a basic understanding of caring for haematology patients and expand knowledge on the diseases and the complications that can occur.
Intended Audience
Newly qualified health care professionals (HCP’s) new to haematology or those wanting a refresher on basic knowledge. Also open to all nurses and HCP’s working with haematology patients
What to expect
· Haematopoesis & Basic Immunology
· Diagnosing Haematological Malignancies
· Disease Group Sessions- Acute Leukaemia, Myeloma, Lymphoma
· Stem Cell Transplant
· CAR-T
An Introduction to cancer : Anatomy, Biology and treatments
Join us on the 26th & 27th January 2026 for An Introduction to cancer : Anatomy, Biology and treatments with David O’Halloran. Face to Face
Overview
This is a two day course which will present a basic understanding of cancer. Through a series of presentations David describes how cancer develops, the commonest types of cancer, cancer detection and treatment modalities.
Intended Audience
All those new to and in early careers in Oncology including Research, CTU, Admin support, Doctors, Nurses, AHP’s, Hospice, Industry Colleagues and any other staff groups who require an understanding of the anatomy, biology and treatments of cancer.
Topics Covered
· Introduction to cells, tissues and cancer
· The spread of cancer
· Classification of cancer
· Overview of treatment options for cancer
· Colorectal cancer
· Leukaemia and lymphoma
· Lung cancer
· Breast and Prostate cancer
