°Ù´ºÁ´ Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 (Nottingham and Online)
30th September and 1st October 2025
Community Child Health: Our Role in a Healthier Tomorrow
Programme
Talks - all delegates
Lectures and abstract presentations are held in the morning and late afternoon - full programme with timings to follow
| Tues 30th Sept | Weds 1st Oct |
| Where Are We Going as °Ù´ºÁ´? (Prof. Doug Simkiss) | Unaccompanied children seeking asylum: the Kent experience (Nancy Sayer) |
| Population health and integrated care: improving outcomes and reducing inequalities for children (Prof. Ingrid Wolfe) | Autism research (title TBC) (Prof. Emily Simonoff) |
| What is the lived experience of people receiving an autism/neurodevelopmental diagnosis in late teens/early 20s? (Dr Ian Male) | Safeguarding Concerns in Families After Adoption or Special Guardianship Order (Dr Joanna Garstang) |
| HOPE Study: Who gets SEND Provision, Where and When? (Prof. Will Farr) |
Workshops (all available to in-person delegates; a small number will also be streamed for virtual delegates)
Held after lunch. In-person delegates attend 2 sessions on each day (pre-booking available - link will be sent to delegates ahead of the event)
| Tues 30th Sept | Weds 1st Oct | |
| CSAC/training: current training issues and challenges, sharing suggestions of how to mitigate Engaging with families whose child has Down Syndrome NHS benchmarking in community paediatrics Public health: preparing for future practice Safeguarding (topic tbc) Spines, curves, leans and deformities - what is it helpful for a community paediatrician to know? Trainee workshop (TBC) | Access to children and young people's community services Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) in Community Paediatrics: roles, experiences and opportunities How to write an abstract Paediatric palliative care (topic tbc) Paediatric audiology: does this child have a syndromic hearing loss? Voice of the Child in child protection Developing a mental health toolkit for community paediatricians |
The °Ù´ºÁ´ AGM will be held from 17.10-17.40 at the end of day one of the conference on 30th September. Further details TBC
Abstract Submissions
Abstracts are a vital part of the °Ù´ºÁ´ ASM and offer an opportunity for delegates at all levels to share their research at a national conference.
We welcome submissions from members and non-members for oral and poster presentations.
The prizes for best poster and best presentation by a non-consultant will be announced at the end of the event.
DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS NOW EXTENDED TO 1ST AUGUST. Click below to access the form (please note you will need to create a login for the Oxford Abstracts platform).
Registration
In-person and virtual attendance available:
- In person: lectures, abstract presentations, afternoon workshops, posters, annual dinner and catch up with colleagues
- Virtual: lectures and abstract presentations only
Bookings
- Use the form at the bottom of the page to book delegate places and tickets for the annual dinner.
- There is no one-day option for virtual tickets, only for in-person.
- You need to be logged into your user account to buy discounted member-rate tickets (Not a member? You can join °Ù´ºÁ´ today).
- The medical students/FY doctors' rate is only available for members – if you are not a member, please apply to join for free and once you application is approved you can book at the discounted rate.
- Booking deadlines:
- In-person tickets: 22nd September
- Annual Dinner: 22nd September
- Virtual tickets: 26th September
- We do not issue invoices. Payment needs to be made using the online form and the booking and payment confirmation emails act as your receipt.
- If you have any queries, contact the °Ù´ºÁ´ Office.
Cancellations and Refunds
- No refunds will be given for non-attendance or cancellations received after 20th September for in-person tickets and annual dinner, or 27th September for virtual tickets.
- Cancellations received prior to this date will be eligible for a full refund, minus card processing fees, please contact us via email.
- Delegates may make arrangements for a substitute to attend in their place at any time with no cost incurred by contacting the °Ù´ºÁ´ office.
Venue and Accommodation
The venue for the 2025 ASM is the , Wollaton Street, Nottingham NG1 5RH.
Public Transport
The nearest rail station is Nottingham (0.8 miles). The nearest tram stop is Royal Centre (0.3 miles).
Parking
The hotel has an on-site 600-space car park which delegates can use at a discounted rate of £5 per day. Blue badge holders may .
Room Booking
You can book rooms at the venue via the , which also has two other hotel options available (please note it may be worth checking other booking sites to ensure you obtain the best rate).
Other hotel options close to the venue include:
- (opposite the venue)
Delegates are advised to book early to secure their preferred accommodation.
Annual Dinner
The venue for the 2025 Annual Dinner is , 12-14 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham NG1 6HS. Join us for a four-course menu, Bollywood-themed entertainment and dancing at this top-rated Indian restaurant - all for just £49pp!
"Exceptional food and service puts MemSaab amongst the top five curries in the country" (The Observer)
Booking for the Annual Dinner is now open! Please use the form at the bottom of the page. Early booking is advised as there are limited tickets available!
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You need to be logged into your user account to buy discounted member-rate tickets. If you are not able to log in, please contact the °Ù´ºÁ´ office.