Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum

Diabetes Developments National Networking Forum
Hilton Liverpool City Centre, Liverpool
Mon 27 Nov 2023
Diabetes professionals joined at this 2023 face-to-face technology conference in Liverpool to network, share best practice and hear from inspiring speakers.

Not only did attendees hear cutting-edge presentations from leading diabetes technology experts, but they also gained insights into the current technology advances of our industry partners.

With thanks to our industry partners:


National technology updates, practical support and immersive discussions to improve diabetes management

This progressive NHS conference was specially designed for diabetes NHS professionals who are looking to optimise their diabetes service delivery. Attendees on the day discussed their barriers, asked their burning questions and returned to work equipped with a practical understanding.

Those who joined us in Liverpool focussed on:

  •     Understanding the latest developments in diabetes technology guidance
  •     Implementing the NICE technology appraisal for Hybrid Closed Loop
  •     Improving data interpretation for CGM to enhance Type 1 and Type 2 outcomes
  •     Exploring the future of smart connect insulin pens and the impact on diabetes management
  •     Supporting patients with the psychological impact of diabetes technology
  •     Navigating how to effectively use technology to improve glucose control around exercise

With thanks to our industry partners

SBK Healthcare would like to thank Advanced Therapeutics (UK)Air Liquide and Insulet, maker of Omnipod for sponsoring this unique forum.

And also thanks to our event supporters JDRF

9:00
Registration, networking and refreshments
9:30
Chair’s opening remarks
Professor Ramzi Ajjan, Professor of Metabolic Medicine, University of Leeds
Advances in technology
9:40
Expanding new glucose monitoring technologies beyond type 1 diabetes: Current evidence and national guidelines
  • National update on the latest guidance and implementation advice for your service
  • Exploring recent developments in real time CGM and Hybrid Closed Loop
  • A look to the future: Implementing the NICE technology appraisal and improving patient outcomes
Professor Ramzi Ajjan, Professor of Metabolic Medicine, University of Leeds
10:05
Questions and answers with your speakers
10:15
Interactive discussion: Sharing best practice: which technologies work well in your service?
  • What are your experiences around the latest systems?
  • How do you make sure you are up-to-date to guide and support your patients effectively?
10:30
Feedback from interactive discussion: Sharing best practice: which technologies work well in your service?
10:40
Industry partners showcase: latest developments in diabetes technology
Featuring Advanced Therapeutics (UK) Ltd and Air Liquide
11:20
Networking break
11:40
Supporting your patients with the psychological impact of diabetes and the related technologies
  • Navigating the psychological challenges of living with diabetes and using technology
  • Providing psychological support within your diabetes consultations and implementing structured psychological support
  • Case studies explored: overcoming the challenges to improve psychological and diabetes related outcomes
Dr Rose Stewart, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Diabetes Psychology Lead, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
12:05
Questions and answers with your speaker
12:15
Networking lunch
1:15
Utilising CGM systems and interpreting data effectively to enhance outcomes in Type 1 and Type 2
  • Where are we now with Continuous Glucose Monitoring systems?
  • Keeping up to date with developing devices: ensuring you can support your patients in clinic
  • Case study examples: understanding the lessons learnt and benefits for people with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
Dr Simon Saunders, Clinical Lead Academic Consultant Diabetes and Endocrinology, Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Senior Clinical Lecturer, Edge Hill University
1:40
Exploring the future of smart insulin pens and recognising the impact on patient outcomes
  • Navigating smart insulin pens options and how they become connected to other systems
  • Establishing the benefits of smart pens on patient experience and outcomes
  • Improving your consultations and data interpretation through the use of smart connected insulin pens
Dr Thomas Crabtree, ABCD Clinical Research Fellow/Diabetes and Endocrinology SpR, University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Trust
2:05
Questions and answers with your speakers
2:15
Networking break
2:30
Interactive discussion: Overcoming the challenges and barriers surrounding diabetes technology
  • Which challenges do you currently have in your consultations?
  • How are you working to improve your patients’ engagement with technology?
  • How are you working towards achieving financial and technological equity to combat digital poverty?
2:45
Feedback from interactive discussion: Overcoming the challenges and barriers surrounding diabetes technology
Diabetes exercise and technology
3:05
Using technology to improve glucose control around exercise
  • Exploring the impact that existing and emerging devices have on exercise management
  • Preparing and pre-setting for exercise: guidance and considerations for different technologies
  • Glucose control and physical activity using devices: measuring the outcomes
Matthew Cocks, Lecturer in Exercise Physiology, Liverpool John Moores University
3:20
Questions and answers with your speakers
3:30
Chair’s closing remarks and close of day

Bringing a wealth of experienced and engaging speakers to you, we were delighted to welcome:

Professor Ramzi Ajjan

Professor of Metabolic Medicine
University of Leeds

Dr Rose Stewart

Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Diabetes Psychology Lead
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Matthew Cocks

Lecturer in Exercise Physiology
Liverpool John Moores University

Dr Simon Saunders

Clinical Lead Academic Consultant Diabetes and Endocrinology and Senior Clinical Lecturer
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and Edge Hill University
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Dr Thomas Crabtree

ABCD Clinical Research Fellow/Diabetes and Endocrinology SpR
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Trust

Attendees

This forum was part of the Diabetes National Networking Forum series and was attended by Diabetes Service Leads, Consultants in Diabetes and Endocrinology, Lead Diabetes Specialist Nurses and Diabetes Specialist Nurses. 

This event was a dedicated day of learning and networking, here are just some comments from the day

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"A good event, the speakers were all knowledgeable and engaging with interesting content"
- Specialist Dietician, Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching NHS Hospital Trust
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"I have really enjoyed the day. I can see that lots of event planning has gone into the day. Great host and lots of opportunity for everyone to engage and intereact"
- Specialist Dietician, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
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"Glad to be able to attend. Informative, honest and open discussions"
- Diabetes Specialist Nurse, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
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"Very good topics, excellent presentations"
- Doctor, Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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"Very positive experience, good to meet other professionals and share ideas"
- Paediatrics Diabetes Specialist Nurse, Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
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"All the speakers were really good, informative, current and thought provoking. I will definitely take away the information and implement relevant bits in my practice to help my patients"
- Specialist Diabetes Dietician, Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Adding their unique perspectives, we were pleased to welcome our industry partners


The ACE (Alternate Controller Enabled) Dana-I Insulin Pump offered by ATUK, features the unique ability to securely connect to a smartphone via ultra-low energy Bluetooth to facilitate fast and reliable insulin management via the user or artificial pancreas algorithm.


Supporting over 40,000 people living with diabetes around the world, Air Liquide Healthcare is the authorised distributor of Tandem Diabetes Care’s innovative t:slim X2™ Insulin Pump. The latest version of the t:slim X2™ features Control-IQ™ - advanced hybrid closed-loop technology designed to help increase time in range.


Insulet Corporation, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes. The Omnipod DASH® System and Omnipod 5® Automated Insulin Delivery System, are alternatives to traditional insulin delivery. With its simple, tubeless and waterproof* design, the Pod provides up to 3 days of continuous insulin delivery. 

*The Pod has a waterproof IP28 rating for up to 7.6 m for 60 min

Why sponsor a Diabetes National Networking Forum

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.

Interested in having your own 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:
Sarah Kemm
Contact: 01732 897788
Email: sarah.kemm@sbk-healthcare.co.uk

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