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Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation, Birmingham

Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation, Birmingham
£49 + VAT 5.5 CPD Hours
BCFC St. Andrew's, Birmingham, 5.5 CPD Hours
Tue 12 Oct 2027 08:30-16:20

Make sense of HCL and CGM data: know where to start and what to do next


This engaging guide is for you if you are newer to HCL, support people using it without initiating it yourself, or increasingly encounter it in general diabetes clinics. Learn where to start when reviewing a download and how to translate what you see into clinical decisions.


This practical course will take you step-by-step through the process of reviewing downloads, identifying the information that matters and understanding what may be driving the patterns you see. Work through real examples with Geraldine Gallen from King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, learn how to bring glucose, insulin delivery, boluses, meals, settings and system activity together and leave with a structured, repeatable approach you can use when reviewing HCL and CGM data in clinical practice.

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HCL data interpretation

Turn HCL and CGM downloads into meaningful clinical decisions


Whether you are faced with an unfamiliar download, limited time in clinic or a glucose pattern that is difficult to explain, knowing where to start and what to prioritise can be challenging. This practical one-day course will give you a clear framework for working through HCL and CGM data systematically – helping you understand what the data is telling you, investigate what may be affecting outcomes and decide what requires your attention next.

Shared morning programme

Start your day with the latest developments in HCL


Before moving into your dedicated data interpretation training at 11.20, you will join attendees from the Applied Hybrid Closed Loop Optimisation and Troubleshooting Masterclass for shared opening sessions on HCL technology, systems and algorithms. Both audiences will also come together for industry partner rotations and networking throughout the day.

A practical framework you can take back to clinic

Geraldine Gallen from King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust will be leading this course, taking you progressively through the interpretation process: 


  • Understand the key CGM metrics and recognise what to prioritise first
  • Interpret time in range, glucose variability, hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia
  • Review insulin delivery, boluses, meals and HCL system activity alongside the glucose data
  • Understand what the HCL system has already tried to do
  • Identify whether settings, bolusing, meals, behaviour or system use could be affecting outcomes
  • Work from a glucose pattern towards its possible causes
  • Prioritise what needs further investigation or adjustment
  • Apply a repeatable step-by-step approach when reviewing downloads in your own clinics

Dates and locations

Choose the most convenient location and date for you


Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation is taking place on the following dates and locations:


Co-located course

Applied Hybrid Closed Loop Optimisation and Troubleshooting Masterclass


Practical, case-based learning to inform clinical decisions and manage complex scenarios:



Co-located with the Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation, this masterclass is designed for healthcare professionals who are already working with HCL and want to take their knowledge further. Both audiences come together for shared opening sessions on HCL technology, systems and algorithms, as well as industry partner rotations and networking. From 11.20, attendees follow their dedicated programmes, with masterclass attendees progressing from an interactive case discussion into their choice of three specialist workshops.

Invitation to sponsor

Connect with healthcare professionals advancing their HCL practice


The Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation and Applied Hybrid Closed Loop Optimisation and Troubleshooting Masterclass will bring together healthcare professionals at different stages of their HCL learning – from those developing their skills in interpreting downloads and making clinical decisions, to experienced HCL users looking to advance their approach to optimisation, troubleshooting and complex clinical scenarios.


Dedicated industry partner rotations and networking time will bring both audiences together, providing sponsors with the opportunity to showcase the latest technologies, tools and functionality, share practical solutions to common challenges and support healthcare professionals to get the best from HCL in clinical practice. 


To find out more about the engagement and branding opportunities available in the full sponsorship packages, please contact Vanessa Jarman or call Vanessa on 01732 897788.



8:30
Registration, networking and refreshments
9:00
Welcome and introductions
Dr Jackie Elliott, Consultant in Diabetes and Senior Clinical Lecturer in Diabetes, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and University of Sheffield
Future technology
9:10
Fully Closed Loop and the future of diabetes technology: What is next for clinical practice?
  • Investigating the move towards fully closed loop systems and what greater automation could mean in practice
  • Reviewing new HCL systems, pumps, sensors and technologies on the horizon
  • Bionic systems, dual-hormone approaches and systems requiring reduced or no meal announcement/bolusing
  • How future systems could change patient expectations, clinical review and the role of the HCP
Prof Mark Evans, Professor of Diabetic Medicine, University of Cambridge and Honorary Consultant Physician, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
HCL in practice
9:40
Understanding and comparing HCL systems and algorithms: key differences for optimisation
  • Understanding how algorithms differ between HCL systems and how this affects optimisation
  • Comparing key settings, features and functionality across different systems
  • How do settings, algorithms and system-specific features influence clinical decisions?
  • Case study examples: what can you adjust to get the best from the algorithm?
Dr Thomas Crabtree, Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology, University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Trust
10:10
Questions and answers with your speakers
10:20
Industry partner rotations: Technology, tools and practical solutions to support HCL care
  • How different technologies and tools can support HCL management
  • Key features, functionality and their practical application
  • Tips and solutions to common challenges experienced by HCPs and users
  • Latest updates on new developments and functionality that could improve HCL care
10:55
Networking break
Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation
Course leader: Geraldine Gallen, Nurse Consultant – Diabetes, Type 1 Service lead, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Reading the data
11:20
Starting with the data: A step-by-step approach to reviewing CGM and AGP
  • Understanding the key CGM metrics and what they tell you
  • Where should you start when time is limited or the download is unfamiliar?
  • Interpreting time in range, glucose variability, hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia
  • Worked AGP examples: what stands out and what should you look at next?
11:50
Industry partner rotations: Technology, tools and practical solutions to support HCL care
12:30
Networking lunch
Understanding the system
1:30
Looking beyond the glucose trace: Interpreting HCL system data
  • Reviewing insulin delivery, boluses, meals and system activity alongside CGM data
  • What has the HCL system already tried to do and how can you tell?
  • Identifying settings, behaviours and system use that could be affecting outcomes
  • Understanding how different HCL systems and algorithms influence the data you see
Interpreting the pattern
2:20
From pattern to cause: Working out what is driving suboptimal outcomes
  • Investigating persistent hyperglycaemia, hypoglycaemia and glucose variability
  • Is the problem related to settings, bolusing, meals, behaviour or system use?
  • Separating clinical, behavioural and technology-related factors
  • Worked cases: identifying what needs further investigation or adjustment
3:10
Networking break
Applying in clinic
3:30
Putting it into practice: Interpreting downloads and making clinical decisions
  • Applying the step-by-step framework independently to HCL and CGM cases
  • What have you identified, what does it mean and what would you prioritise next?
  • Comparing your decisions with the expert’s step-by-step analysis
  • Taking away a repeatable interpretation framework to use in your own clinics
4:20
Close of day

Course leader and speakers

Learn step-by-step with an experienced HCL expert


Following the shared morning sessions, your dedicated course leader Geraldine Gallen will take you through each stage of HCL and CGM data interpretation, building your knowledge as the day progresses from reading the data to interpreting patterns and making clinical decisions. 

Geraldine Gallen

Nurse Consultant – Diabetes, Type 1 Service Lead
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Biography

Dr Jackie Elliott

Consultant in Diabetes and Senior Clinical Lecturer in Diabetes
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and University of Sheffield
Biography

Prof Mark Evans

Professor of Diabetic Medicine and Honorary Consultant Physician
University of Cambridge and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Biography

Dr Thomas Crabtree

Consultant in Diabetes & Endocrinology
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Trust
Biography

Who will attend?

Practical training for healthcare professionals encountering HCL in everyday diabetes care


This course is designed for healthcare professionals who need to understand and interpret HCL and CGM data but would benefit from a more structured approach to doing so. It is particularly relevant if you are newer to HCL, do not initiate HCL yourself but support people using it, or are increasingly encountering HCL in general diabetes clinics and want to know where to start when reviewing a download and how to translate what you see into clinical decisions. 


It will be particularly valuable for:


  • Diabetes specialist nurses 
  • Diabetes specialist dietitians 
  • Diabetes consultants 
  • Diabetes and endocrinology registrars 

Which HCL course is right for me?

Choose the HCL training that matches your experience.


Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation

Choose this course if you would benefit from a more structured approach to reviewing HCL and CGM data – knowing where to start with a download, what to look for, how to identify what may be driving a pattern and how to translate the data into clinical decisions.


Choose the date and location most convenient for you:



Applied Hybrid Closed Loop Optimisation and Troubleshooting Masterclass

Choose this masterclass if you are already working with HCL and want to progress your knowledge. The focus is on optimisation, troubleshooting, system and algorithm differences and applying your knowledge to more complex clinical scenarios. 


Choose the date and location most convenient for you:


Pricing structure

  • £49+VAT for one NHS or Public Sector place
  • Commercial companies are invited to sponsor this day. Please email Vanessa Jarman for further details.


SBK Healthcare is pleased to offer the special attendance fee of £49+VAT to all NHS professionals. If you are in a situation where you do not have the funding, but would like to attend, please do email Grace Hillery or call Grace on 01732 897788.

Alternative dates



If you are unable to attend on this date, this masterclass is taking place on the following dates:


Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation

Co-located course


If you choose the Applied Hybrid Closed Loop Optimisation and Troubleshooting Masterclass, you will still join attendees from the Step-by-step Guide to HCL and CGM Data Interpretation course for the shared opening sessions, industry partner rotations and networking. This course is available to book separately by visiting the related event website: 


Applied Hybrid Closed Loop Optimisation and Troubleshooting Masterclass

Venue details

Venue name: BCFC, St Andrew’s, Birmingham
Address: Cattell Road, St. Andrew's at Knighthead Park, Birmingham, B9 4RL
Tel: 0121 772 0101


Travelling to Birmingham City Football Club
Birmingham City Football Club is located a mile and a half from Birmingham City Centre and is easily accessible from main train stations, major road routes and motorway networks. Free parking is available on-site for all conference attendees, please head to the Kop Entrance, which is on Cattell Road. The Kop Entrance is also where the conference is taking place.


Nearest train stations:
Birmingham New Street: 1.7 miles (15-20 minute taxi)
Birmingham Moor Street: 1.6 miles (10 minute taxi)


Bus routes:
The Stadium is served by a number of bus routes. Buses which travel to St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park are the number 17, 60 & 97 buses.


Nearest motorways:
M5, M6, M40, M42


Click here to get directions using Google Maps

What happens after you make your booking?

Once you have booked your place, SBK Healthcare will correspond with you using the email address you provided at the time of booking and you will be sent a formal confirmation. If you have not received this within 48 hours of making your booking please check your junk folder and then email bookings@sbk-healthcare.co.uk  or call 01732 897788.


Approximately one week prior to the conference you will be sent an email which will include all the final details for attendance on the day, including a final agenda and venue information. 


Please inform us by writing to bookings@sbk-healthcare.co.uk if you have any special dietary or other requirements.

Terms and conditions

Registration fees
You will be sent an instant payment option or invoice on registration. Your payment is required in advance. If your fee has not been received prior to the event, and you are not able to provide a PO or proof of payment, you will be asked to make a credit or debit card payment on the day.
 
Modify registration
To let us know if your details are not correct when you have already registered, please email bookings@sbk-healthcare.co.uk.
 
Cancellations and substitutions
A full refund of fees will be made only for cancellations received within the first 48 hours of the booking being made. Notice of cancellation must be received in writing by emailing the bookings team at SBK Healthcare. Should you need to cancel your registration after this date, the registration fee remains payable in its entirety although a substitution will be accepted and conference documentation will be provided. Substitution attendees for delegates unable to attend after registering are acceptable at any time.
 
Conference changes
It may be necessary for reasons beyond the control of the conference organisers to alter the content, speakers or the timing of the programme. We will endeavour to keep you abreast of such changes but any unavoidable change to the format will not constitute a reason to refund the fee. Should the event be postponed, we will endeavour to reschedule the event. If, for reasons beyond the control of the conference organiser, the event is cancelled, a full refund will be made. We do not accept any liability for any incurred costs resulting from a postponement or cancellation.
 
Certificate of attendance
A certificate for Continuing Professional Development will be given to every attendee, as a record of continuing professional training and development.
 
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Why sponsor?

Our role at SBK Healthcare is to bring industry together with healthcare professionals so that you can educate and inform your audience. These trail-blazing diabetes delivery forums offering dedicated presentation, Q&A, networking and discussion time, each sponsor will be full immersed into the event and able to effectively engage with your NHS audience.

‘Always a pleasure to attend an SBK event! Great staff, great organisation and always well attended by industry and HCPs’.
- Air Liquide, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Belfast
'Brilliant event that gives clinicians and industry the opportunity to discuss current ‘hot topics’ together, collaboratively.'
- Menarini, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Birmingham
'Given a great opportunity to reach out to people who we would not normally have access to.'
- Lilly, Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum, Birmingham

Your event, managed by us

SBK Healthcare also provides in-house forums. Working closely with you as the client we can research, produce, market and deliver the conference or online forum that best suits the audience and meets your goals.

Reach out today

If you would like more information on our sponsorship options an in-house forum or if you wish to discuss your needs and what solutions may be appropriate for your business, please contact:

Vanessa Jarman
Telephone: 01732 897788
Email: vanessa.jarman@sbk-healthcare.co.uk