UKIO – one week remaining

Only one week remains before the beginning of the UK Imaging and Oncology conference, and the SoR has emphasised attendees should visit the College of Radiographers Patient Voice Session.

Taking place from June 10-12 at ACC Liverpool, the UK Imaging and Oncology conference (UKIO) gives attendees access to a programme of CPD and educational sessions, a dedicated trainee masterclass, hands-on and interactive sessions, showcases of the latest work and research, networking opportunities and relaxed socials, and a large exhibition of key suppliers.

Lived experience

In particular, the SoR emphasised attendees should pay attention to the CoR Patient Voice Session, taking place on Wednesday 12 June 12, from 9.50am to 10.50am.

The ‘Navigating the NHS digital first policy – sharing an individual lived experience and interactive workshop’ event will be a two-part session, where part one is an expression of lived experience about the reality of caring and career direction, while part two is an interactive session to help professionals understand the role of carers.

The sessions are hosted by Daniel Fleshbourne, who trained in information technology and started his career as a “technology evangelist”.

Due to a family member’s long-term disability, however, Mr Fleshbourne switched focus to become a full-time, unpaid carer.

This has led him to work with local NHS services, charities and organisations.

'Choose your own path to wellbeing'

A spokesperson for the SoR said: “He is passionate about unpaid carers being recognised and valued for their vital role. He wants carers to have the knowledge, tools, and skills to support their own wellbeing. shares his own lived experiences to support the growth of the Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Recovery College.

"He strives to empower people to choose their own path to wellbeing.”

Mr Fleshbourne added that he had cared for his family member from a “very young age without any support,” which had led to “burnout and seeking help”.

He added: “I will be talking about carer assessments and the difference they made to my life, the change of direction they led me in and how I now support others to seek help in their own caring role.”

Efficiency and cost

His second session emphasises the importance of supporting unpaid carers, to benefit the system and patient recovery while helping NHS efficiency and reducing costs.

He said this will have the added benefit of reducing the risk of unpaid carers developing their own physical and mental health challenges and needing to access NHS services for themselves in the longer term.

The SoR spokesperson added: “Throughout his experiences Dan will draw references to the challenges of accessing healthcare and support in a digital first age. Dan encourages everyone attending to share their own experiences during the workshop and to actively participate throughout the session with questions and comments.”

UKIO’s final day, June 12, is completely free to attend. For full access to all sessions and congress features on Wednesday, click here.

To book your ticket for UKIO, click here.