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26-27 FEBRUARY 2025
OLYMPIA LONDON

Co-Located Events

Programme

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Women's Health Professional Care and Best Practice London events are sponsored by the pharmaceutical and Med Tech industries via Grants, Sponsorship, and Exhibition packages. Pharmaceutical companies have solely provided sponsorship through the purchase of exhibition space and/or sponsored speaker sessions with no further input into the arrangements or agenda of the meeting. Sessions delivered with input from our sponsors will always be marked on the programme.

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09:10 09:15

Chair's Opening Remarks

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Toni Hazell, Portfolio GP - Somerset Gardens Family Healthcare Centre
10:00 10:30

Early diagnosis of cervical cancer

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Toni Hazell, Portfolio GP - Somerset Gardens Family Healthcare Centre
10:45 11:15

PCOS: Optimising Metabolic and Reproductive Health in Women from adolescence to menopause

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a lifelong condition affecting women's metabolic, reproductive, and psychological health. This 30-minute symposium equips General Practitioners to effectively manag ...

Dr Priya Bhide, MD, PhD, FHEA, FRCOG, Clinical Reader - Queen Mary University London

Srividya Seshadri, MBBS, MD, FRCOG, MSC, FCRI, Consultant Gynaecologist - Aria Fertility
11:30 12:00

Community Gynaecology – Outpatients and Women’s Health Hubs

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Dr Susheel Randhawa, General Practitioner – Modality Partnership - Gynaecology Clinical Lead and GP with an Extended Role in Gynaecology – Modality LLP
13:15 14:00

AUB: abnormal uterine bleeding - key considerations

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Louise Price, GP and Executive Committee Member - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
15:00 15:45

Focus on intrauterine contraception

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Julie Oliver, Director and GP - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
16:00 16:45

Body weight changes during a woman's life - how we can help with overweight and obesity

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Stephanie de Giorgio, GP with an interest in obesity
16:45 16:50

Chair's Closing Remarks

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Toni Hazell, Portfolio GP - Somerset Gardens Family Healthcare Centre

09:10 09:15

Chair's Opening Remarks

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Julie Oliver, Director and GP - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
09:15 09:45

Contraception in over 40s

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Simphiwe Sesane, Medical Educator - Exeltis UK
10:00 10:30

The vaginal microbiome in women’s health

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Did you know that your vaginal microbiome is implicated in risk of infection, fertility complications, cancer and more. Dr Golshirazi explores the vaginal microbiome as a keystone to health and wellbe ...

Golnoush Golshirazi, CEO & Co-Founder - ScreenMe
10:45 11:30

TBC Session

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Nerys Astbury, Associate Professor in Diet and Obesity - Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford

Lucy Goddard, Postdoctoral Research Midwife - Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford

Jadine Scragg, Researcher in Health Behaviour - Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford

Katherine Tucker, Senior Researcher in Women's Health - Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford
11:45 12:30

PCOS: new guidance

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Louise Price, GP and Executive Committee Member - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
12:45 13:30

Perinatal pelvic health services - optimising care

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Angie Doshani, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist - Loughborough University
13:35 14:05

Utilising a holistic approach to navigate infertility

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Dr Divpreet Sacha, General Practitioner Speciality Registrar - Victoria Road Surgery (Solihull)
14:15 14:45

TBC Session

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Aamena Salar, GP with specialist interest in women's health - Modality Partnerships
15:00 15:45

Fertility issues for primary care

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Stephanie Cook, Clinical lead - Cheshire and Merseyside Women’s Health Hub
15:45 15:50

Chair's Closing Remarks

The Contraceptive and Reproductive Health Theatre

Julie Oliver, Director and GP - Primary Care Women's Health Forum

10:00 10:30

Women's work: why working as a female GP is so different

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

Seema Pattni, Doctor's Career Coach and GP
11:30 12:00

TBC Session

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

Dr Katya Masconi-Yule, Senior Programme Manager - DigitalHealth.London
12:15 12:45

Genitourinary symptom management

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

Bushra Effendi, . - .
13:00 13:30

Menopause and the overactive bladder

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

This workshop delves into how estrogen decline during menopause drives lower urinary tract symptoms, including overactive bladder. Explore the molecular role of estrogen, its receptor targets, and the ...

Zena Wehbe, Principal Scientist - Jude

Michelle Griffin, Clinical Advisor - Jude
13:45 14:15

The intersection of hormones, blood sugar and diet: lifestyle strategies for women in midlife

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

Hormonal changes during the menopause have a direct impact on both insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism. Every woman’s journey through the menopause transition is unique. However, there are fundamental principles that every woman can adopt. These frameworks will allow a woman to understand her body and be empowered to be able to tailor the framework into an approach that is aligned to her personal symptoms, experience, circumstances and journey. Lifestyle is not a replacement for hormonal therapy however, it is a formidable ally. This presentation will highlight the nutritional needs during the menopause and dietary strategies for optimising blood sugar control and overall metabolic health.

Linia Patel, Women's Health Dietitian & Performance Nutritionist - Linia Nutrition
15:15 15:45

Musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause - from joint pain to osteoporosis

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

Olivia Hum, GP and BMS Menopause Specialist Doctor - Myla Health
16:00 16:30

Update on women's health hubs

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

Damien Brady, . - .

09:30 10:00

Understanding menopause in the workplace

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

Darren Blake, Chief Operating Officer - Bexley Health Neighbourhood Care
11:30 12:00

Cardiovascular disease and women's health: what you should know as a clinician

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

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Beverley Bostock, President Elect - Primary Care Cardiovascular Society

Jim Moore, Past President - Primary Care Cardiovascular Society
14:15 14:45

Women's Health Hubs in action: a case study

Women's Heath Workshop Theatre

Stephanie Cook, Clinical lead - Cheshire and Merseyside Women’s Health Hub

09:10 09:15

Chair's Opening Remarks

Menopause Theatre

Lindsey Thomas, GP and Executive Committee Member - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
09:15 10:00

Menopause for beginners and HRT prescribing

Menopause Theatre

Louise Price, GP and Executive Committee Member - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
10:15 10:45

The perimenopause conundrum: diagnosis and management

Menopause Theatre

Kate Dodson, GP Menopause Specialists - Myla Health
11:30 12:15

Thrive through menopause workshop

Menopause Theatre

NHS England launched its ambitious Menopause Improvement Programme in 2022 and signed up to a workplace menopause pledge. This included normalising conversations about menopause at work and employers ...

Georgina Craig, Director - The Experience Led Care Programme

Farnaaz Sharief MBE, GP, Senior Fellow (Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management) - Chief Executive, Manage Your Mind
12:30 13:00

Understanding ethnic variation and its impact on menopause

Menopause Theatre

Nadira Awal, GP and BMS Menopause Specialist Doctor - Pause and Co Healthcare
13:10 13:40

Hormones and emotional health: recognising and treating mental health symptoms in menopause

Menopause Theatre

Zoe Schaedel, GP, BMS Menopause Specialist - NHS
14:30 15:00

How to identify those with a high-risk family history and treatment of menopause in them

Menopause Theatre

Alison Macbeth, Speciality Doctor Breast Surgery, Menopause Specialist, British Menopause Accredited Menopause Specialist - NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Health in Menopause
15:15 15:45

Using data and AI to reduce misdiagnosis

Menopause Theatre

Darren Blake, Chief Operating Officer - Bexley Health Neighbourhood Care
16:00 16:45

Managing complications of HRT in primary care

Menopause Theatre

Lindsey Thomas, GP and Executive Committee Member - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
16:45 16:50

Chair's Closing Remarks

Menopause Theatre

Lindsey Thomas, GP and Executive Committee Member - Primary Care Women's Health Forum

09:10 09:15

Chair's Opening Remarks

Menopause Theatre

Aaliya Goyal, GP and RCGP Council Member - Royal College of General Practitioners
09:15 10:00

Sex, testosterone and libido

Menopause Theatre

Angela Wright, . - .
10:15 10:45

Bleeding with HRT: what you need to know

Menopause Theatre

Louise Price, GP and Executive Committee Member - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
11:00 11:30

Premature ovarian insufficiency: understanding the importance

Menopause Theatre

Radhika Vohra, GP and Trustee - The Menopause Charity
11:45 12:30

Menopause group clinics: freeing time, managing growing demand and improving quality of care

Menopause Theatre

Demand for support with and advice about menopause symptoms is rising rapidly in primary care. This session shares experiences of the positive impact of introducing a group clinic to the menopause pat ...

Georgina Craig, Director - The Experience Led Care Programme

Helen Longstaff, Programme Manager - The Experience Led Care Programme

Alison Jackson, GP Partner, Maples Surgery - Clinical Director of Broxbourne Alliance PCN
12:45 13:15

IBS and menopause: uncovering link and practical solutions for primary care

Menopause Theatre

Nigel Denby, CEO and Menopause Dietitian - Harley Street At Home
13:30 14:00

Cancer survivorship and menopause

Menopause Theatre

Lindsey Thomas, GP and Executive Committee Member - Primary Care Women's Health Forum
14:15 14:45

GSM management after cancer

Menopause Theatre

Alison Macbeth, Speciality Doctor Breast Surgery, Menopause Specialist, British Menopause Accredited Menopause Specialist - NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Health in Menopause
15:00 15:30

Optimising Nutrition to Support Menopausal Health and Wellbeing

Menopause Theatre

Jackie Lynch, BANT Registered Nutritionist and Registered Nutritional Therapist - .
15:30 15:35

Chair's Closing Remarks

Menopause Theatre

Aaliya Goyal, GP and RCGP Council Member - Royal College of General Practitioners