Professor Jonathan Valabhji
National Clinical Lead for Multiple Long Term Conditions, NHS England, Clinical Chair in Medicine, Imperial College London and Honorary Consultant Diabetologist, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
About this event
- Date and time Wed 10 Apr 2024 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm
- Location Royal Society of Medicine
Join us for this insightful masterclass, a collaborative forum, uniting healthcare professionals, researchers, patients, and caregivers as we explore innovative approaches to address the substantial burden of diabetic neuropathy.
1 in 2 people with diabetes are likely to be affected by peripheral neuropathy during their lifetime. It impacts on mobility, causes chronic pain and increases the risk of infection, as well as costing the NHS £252 million each year.
The masterclass will focus on key aspects of diabetic neuropathy including introducing new diagnostic tests, emphasising early intervention benefits, exploring novel pain management strategies, and best practices for foot ulcer management.
This inclusive approach empowers individuals with diabetes and neuropathy to better manage their condition, contributing to collective efforts in reducing the impact on both individuals and healthcare systems. Creating a platform for attendees to connect, and network with peers, healthcare professionals and researchers, leading to the sharing of best practices and access to support networks.
This is our third clinical masterclass on the topic of in painful neuropathies. Follow the links to catch up on our previous masterclasses A clinical masterclass on painful neuropathies and A clinical masterclass on treatments for painful neuropathies.
By attending the masterclass, you will:
- Explore the progression of diabetic neuropathy, identifying risk factors and preventive measures to mitigate severe outcomes.
- Emphasise the benefits of early intervention in diabetic neuropathy to prevent complications and improve patient outcomes.
- Gain unique insights into implementing best practices and embracing cutting-edge treatments and diagnostic tests, contributing to alleviating the burdens faced by both individuals and the healthcare system.
We would like to thank the Alan and Sheila Diamond Charitable Trust for its generous support enabling free access to this event
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Key speakers
Dr Prashanth Vas
Consultant Endocrinologist, Diabetes Foot Physician, Kings Health Partners
Speaker's biography
Dr Prashanth Vas (FRCP, PhD) is a highly experienced consultant specialising in Diabetes and Endocrinology with a focus on Diabetes Foot Medicine, practicing at both King's College Hospital and Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals. Dr Vas also holds academic titles as an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer and a Visiting Professor at Staffordshire University. He chairs the South East Thames Diabetes Physicians Group (SETDPG) and leads diabetes research.
Dr Vas's research investigates lower limb complications of diabetes, including the causes, treatment, and early detection of diabetic foot ulcers and neuropathy. He has a particular interest in thyroid disorders related to neuropathy. His research output earned him recognition in the Expertscape 2022 rankings (World Top 20 for diabetic foot and Top 50 for diabetic neuropathy).
Dr Vas is internationally recognised for his expertise in diabetic foot disease management and advocates for early recognition of the "diabetic foot attack". He serves on the Diabetic Foot Study Group (DFSG) board and as an expert for the International Working Group on Diabetic Foot (IWGDF). Additionally, he co-founded the Diabetes Neuropathy Network, a global initiative raising awareness about the risks of diabetic neuropathy.
Ms Fatima Cassim
Diabetes Specialist Podiatrist, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Speaker's biography
Ms Fatima Cassim has worked in the field of Diabetes and High-Risk foot conditions for over 15 years. She is a passionate clinician with a keen interest in teaching and research.
Dr David Hohenschurz-Schmidt
Research Associate, Department of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College London and Senior Research Fellow, University College of Osteopathy
Speaker's biography
Dr David Hohenschurz-Schmidt completed a PhD to improve methods in clinical trials of complex, non pharmacological pain treatments. He is now testing a manual therapy-based approach for people with painful diabetic neuropathy.
Dr Julia Hubbard
Head of Research Partnerships, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Speaker's biography
Dr Julia Hubbard was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes about 30 years ago. She also has multiple additional autoimmune conditions that lead to complexity when new symptoms appear as it can be a protracted process to obtain diagnosis and treatment.
Dr Hubbard recently joined the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) as Head of Research Partnerships. Before this she combined a career as a therapy program leader and research scientist at GlaxoSmithKline for over 20 years, with being a mother of two children.
Agenda
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Registration, tea and coffee
Clinical masterclass
Welcome and introduction
Professor Roger Kirby, President, Royal Society of Medicine
Patient keynote
Dr Julia Hubbard, Head of Research Partnerships, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Research keynote
Dr David Hohenschurz-Schmidt, Research Associate, Department of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College London and Senior Research Fellow, University College of Osteopathy
Panel discussion
Chair: Professor Jonathan Valabhji, National Clinical Lead for Multiple Long Term Conditions, NHS England, Clinical Chair in Medicine, Imperial College London and Honorary Consultant Diabetologist, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Panel: Dr Prashanth Vas, Consultant Diabetologist and Diabetic Foot Physician, Kings Health Partners, Ms Fatima Cassim, Diabetes Specialist Podiatrist, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Dr David Hohenschurz-Schmidt and Dr Julia Hubbard
Question and answer session
Closing remarks
Professor Roger Kirby
Location
Royal Society of Medicine, 1 Wimpole St, Marylebone, London, W1G 0AE, United Kingdom
Registration for this event will close at 1:00am on Tuesday 9 April 2024. Late registrations will not be accepted.
The agenda is subject to change at any time
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