The 2024 SCST Annual Conference Programme
All sessions will be held in the Kingston Theatre. 2 of the breakout sessions will be held in the Lodge Rooms upstairs.
MORNING SESSION
09:30 Presidents Introduction & SCST Update
Kingston Theatre
Joanne Ashton, SCST President
10:20 Healthcare Science Update
Kingston Theatre
Victoria Chalker
Victoria will provide an update from the office as the Chief Scientific officer, NHS England
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If you have not pre-booked a breakout session please feel free to join whichever you wish.
10:40 Breakout 1: IQIPS
Lodge 1 & 2, Upstairs
Jamie Walton, Kate Sanders, Jo Riley, Laura Booth
Feeling overwhelmed by quality management and accreditation? Join us for an insightful session packed with practical tips and tricks to help you get started with confidence! We’ll share valuable resources tailored to support your service, and you’ll hear first-hand experiences from Wythenshawe and Addenbrooke’s teams on navigating the process.
To wrap it up, our expert panel will be on hand for Q&A. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, ask questions, and streamline your path to success!
10:40 Breakout 2: STP Equivalence
Lodge 3, Upstairs
James Malcolmson
Many Cardiac Physiologists are applying or considering an application for STP equivalence. If you still have questions or concerns about the process, join us to explore why and whether you’re ready to apply, understand the potential hurdles and sticking points, and learn about any additional work needed to complete your portfolio. We’ll also hold a Q&A session, so if equivalence is a consideration for you, or you’re already in the process of applying, don’t miss this breakout session.
10:40 Breakout 3: Career Development
Kingston Theatre
Duncan Sleeman
Charna O’Neill Apprenticeships, My Journey
Hannah Kiddie Cardiographer to Cardiac Physiologist
Join us at this year’s SCST Conference for an exciting breakout session on career development in cardiac science! Hear from a cardiac associate practitioner and a cardiac physiologist who started their careers as cardiographers. This session will highlight personal journeys and offer valuable insights into career progression and apprenticeship opportunities for both newcomers and current professionals. Don’t miss this chance to explore how you can take the next step in your cardiac science career!
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11:40 BREAK & REFRESHMENTS
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12:10 SCST Annual General Meeting
Kingston Theatre
Joanne Ashton, SCST President
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13:10 LUNCH BREAK
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AFTERNOON SESSION
14:30 Research in Cardiac Science
Kingston Theatre
Kate Sanders SCST Research Group
Allyson Arnold The BHF Clinical Research Collaborative: Promoting diversity in clinical research and how we can support SCST members
Nicola Cook, Alice Gransden Best Abstract Oral Presentations
Opportunities to get involved in research are growing in cardiac science. The SCST aims to support and raise the profile of cardiac scientists undertaking research and development projects. We will hear more about how the BHF CRC supports research in cardiology, as well as short presentations from the highest scoring abstracts submitted to the conference.
14:30 ECG Championship
Kingston Theatre
David Richley
Get ready to put your ECG skills to the ultimate test in Dr. Dave Richley’s ECG Championship! Whether you’re an ECG expert or just looking to have some fun, this is your chance to claim the crown, or at least have a try! Sharpen those minds and prepare your arrhythmia recognition skills — because it’s time to show off your ECG mastery!
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15:00 BREAK & REFRESHMENTS
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15:10 Extended Scope of Practice Showcase
Kingston Theatre
Joe Mayer Cardiac Scientist-led VT Clinic
Joe BradleyAcute Medical Cardiology Diagnostic Lead
Wendy Gamlin Cardiac Scientists in MRI
Hear from pioneering clinical scientists and leaders who have expanded their scope of practice in exciting new ways! This session will spotlight their groundbreaking innovations, showcasing how they’re transforming the profession and pushing the boundaries.
15:50 SCST Awards 2024
Kingston Theatre
16:15 Closing Statements
Kingston Theatre
Heather Herbert, Incoming SCST President
