Join the IPS Trent Branch for an engaging and informative afternoon designed to support learning, encourage discussion, and share practical knowledge in infection prevention and control (IPC).
Focusing on key developments and real-world insights, the programme will include updates on current IPC priorities and emerging issues, alongside sessions on Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) management, the role of ventilation in infection prevention, and regional learning from outbreak management. The afternoon concludes with a panel Q&A, offering the opportunity to engage directly with speakers, ask questions, and explore key themes in more depth, followed by closing remarks.
With practical takeaways and shared experiences to support best practice, book your place now.
Agenda – download a PDF of the agenda
12:30-12:40 Welcome and housekeeping – Helen Goalby, IPS Trent Branch Co-ordinator
12:40-13:00 The Power of Collaboration in Infection Prevention – Dr Jude Robinson, IPS President
13:00-13:20 Clinical Management of patients with Clostridioides difficile (C.diff) – Heather Abdić, C diff Specialist Nurse, Nottingham University Hospital
13:20-13:30 What does the future look like for healthcare ventilation? – Elaine Baxter, Infection Prevention and Control Specialist Nurse, Nottingham University Hospital
13:40-13:50 Break
13:50-14:10 Regional learning from outbreak – Kirsty Morgan, Assistant Director of Infection Prevention and Control, NHS England (Midlands)
14:10-14:30 Harnessing the IP superpower to save the planet – Suzy Moody, TB Specialist Nurse, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Trust
14:30-14:50 Varicella incident in a care home setting – Vivienne O’Connor, Infection Prevention & Control Lead Nurse, NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board
14:50-15:20 Panel Q&A
15:20-15:30 Closing remarks – Helen Goalby