The Annual Radiotherapy Conference’s early bird deadline has been extended until 16 August, granting those interested in attending more chances to secure low-price tickets.
Taking place from 4-5 October at the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole in Brighton, the event will provide opportunities for continuing professional development throughout.
Attendees will be able to take part in interactive panels and contemporary proffered paper sessions, which provide an “enriching and immersive” environment for learning, meeting peers, and sharing best practice.
Payment and purchasing
The SoR accepts registration payments via invoice. In order to approve registration this way, it requires an official purchase order document to be uploaded at the time of registering.
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Membership early bird tickets for Friday or Saturday start at £170, while student member early bird tickets are £65.00. Non-member early bird tickets will cost £226.
More ticket price information can be found here.
'Learning, networking, and sharing good practice'
Laura Charlesworth, professional officer for education and accreditation at the SoR, emphasised the importance of attending the event.
She said: “We are delighted that the Annual Radiotherapy Conference is returning this year. With a new and exciting format we will hear from members of the workforce across practice, education and research. The event brings together colleagues from all aspects of radiotherapy for two days of learning, networking and sharing good practice.
“It is great to hear that the radiotherapy community are engaged and excited for the event, and we look forward to bringing the community back together for the annual radiotherapy relaunch in October this year. We hope to see you there!”
What's on offer
Offerings include the opportunity to submit proffered papers, to hear from expert guest speakers, and learn about the latest College of Radiographers-affiliated research.
The conference will explore:
- Clinical advancements
- Clinical governance
- Embracing technology
- Radiotherapy late effects
- Amplifying patient and carer voices
- Empowering individuals through workforce development
- Caring for our professionals
- Radiotherapy operational and strategic leadership
- Recruitment and retention in radiotherapy
Speakers at the event include lead radiographers, lecturers, consultant Therapeutic Radiographers, advanced clinical practitioners, radiotherapy service managers, clinical oncologists, lecturers and radiotherapy professors.
Proffered papers will focus on the potential impacts of new technology and clinical advancements, workforce development, staff wellbeing, and the late effects of radiotherapy.
Guidelines and CPD
Professor Heidi Probst and Dr Rachel Harris will also present a session updating attendees on national radiotherapy skincare guidelines.
Attending this event may help you meet the following outcomes:
- Practical skills
- Knowledge base
- Work safely
- Communication skills
- Manage knowledge/information
- High-quality healthcare/education services
- Patient centered care and choice
- Inter-professional/agency working or learning
- Leadership/management skills
- Workforce development or staff governance
- Service design
- Evidence to support practice
- Knowledge and skills in audit/research
- Professional body/trade union