Lung Cancer &
Mesothelioma Study Day
Date:
Tuesday 9th November 2010
Venue:
Springfield Hospital, Lawn Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex,
CM1 7GU
Organisers: Liz Butler, Annette Brown & Kate Fitzgerald
Macmillan Lung Cancer CNSs - Mid Essex & North East Essex.
For further information & an application form email: kate.fitzgerald@nhs.net
6 CPD Points have been applied for.
Lung Cancer Awareness
Early Diagnosis Saves Lives
We are pleased to be able to invite you to attend the Lung
Cancer & Mesothelioma Study Day which is being run in
conjunction with Macmillan Cancer Support during Lung
Cancer Awareness month in November.
The aim of the day will be to give an overview of the
journey of the patient with lung cancer or mesothelioma,
from initial presentation and diagnosis through to
treatment options and symptom control.
This course is aimed at:
- General Practitioners
- Hospital Nursing Teams
- District Nursing Teams
- Junior Doctors
- Hospice Nursing Teams - Allied Health Professionals
Course Details:
Date:
Tuesday 9th November 2010
Times:
09:00 – 16:00
Venue:
Springfield Hospital, Chelmsford
Class size:
Minimum 20 - Maximum 70.
Cost:
Free
BUT failing to attend without cancellation, at least 72 hours prior
to the course date will result in £20 being charged to your
employer. This money will be donated to Macmillan Cancer
Support.
Lunch, Tea & Coffee provided 
Programme of Events
Tuesday 9th November 2010
Times
Session
Speaker
09:00-09:10
Registration
09:10-09:15
Introduction & Aims of the Day
Dr David Blainey
09:15-09:45
Referral through to Diagnosis
Dr Samantha Cooper
09:45-10:05
Radiology & the TNM Staging
System
Dr Julia Harriss
10:05-10:20
Pathology & recent developments
Dr Peter Davis
10:30-10:50
COFFEE
10:50-11:20
Surgery & CTC referral pathway
Mr Doug Aitchison
11:20-12:00
Oncological Management
Dr Sunil Skaria
12:00-12:30
The role of the Macmillan Lung
Cancer CNS
Liz Butler, Annette
Brown & Kate
Fitzgerald
12:30-13:30
LUNCH
13:30-14:00
Role of the Macmillan
Information & Support
Radiographer
Geraldine Irvine
14:00-14:30
Palliative Care & the role of the
Hospice
Lauren Smith
14:30-15:00
Mesothelioma – Legal & Benefits
Solicitor
15:00-15:15
COFFEE
15:15-15:45
Patient Panel
Patients
15:45-16:00
Questions & Close
Dr Sunil Skaria
Application Form
Lung Cancer & Mesothelioma Study Day 09.11.10
Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms/Dr/Prof
Surname:
First Name:
Job Title:
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Any special dietary requirements?
Are you a Macmillan Professional?
Y/N
Please let us know any other special requirements you have or assistance you
may need?
Terms and conditions:
There is no cost to attend this study day BUT failing to attend without cancellation, at least 72 hours
prior to the course date will result in £20 being charged to your employer. This money will be donated
to Macmillan Cancer Support.
By signing below you agree to the above statement.
Signed:
Date:
Please complete and return either by post to:
Kate Fitzgerald
Macmillan Lung Cancer CNS
Essex County Hospital, Lexden Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3NB
Or by email to: kate.fitzgerald@nhs.net
Confirmation of your place on this study day and any other details will be sent
via email so please ensure your email address is correct.