Events during November 2018

Point of Care Testing is a rapidly growing area of diagnostic medicine and is undergoing many changes as new technologies are introduced. Our seminars are designed to provide a review of current POCT practices and innovations, and the clinical significance of the parameters measured in these settings. New individual approaches, performance aspects, and predicted future trends will also be presented in order to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the current and likely future challenges presented to those who provide health care, as well as Point of Care programme providers.

Following on from previous meetings the event will provide a forum for lively discussion and debate of changes happening within the profession.

Speakers will present 'Variations on a Theme - Delivery of Laboratory Services'. There are a variety of registrations available; for members and non-members of the IBMS, with supported places for those early in their career and students.

The IBMS Cumbria Branch invites you to attend their AGM

This is the Autumn part of the SDVG biannual national clinical virology conference. It brings to the attention of all those working in diagnostic virology results of research, audit, clinical cases and practical experience from peers across Scotland and often beyond. The event includes various oral presentations, and a discussion session.

Demand optimisation in the context of pathology testing offers the potential to maximise appropriate testing and minimise inappropriate testing. In turn, this will support optimal clinical care and drive more effective use of scarce healthcare resources. The aim of this workshop is to showcase examples of innovative good practice in optimising diagnostic test use, for information and to inspire participants to engage in similar work.