We would like to thank our exhibitors and sponsors for sponsoring this meeting. This includes pharmaceutical companies including A. Menarini Farmaceutica Internazionale SRL, Astellas Pharma Ltd, Curaleaf, Derma UK Ltd, Dunelm Pharmaceuticals Limited, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Idorsia, Novartis, Nutricia, Pfizer and Theramex. They have had no editorial input into or control over the agenda, content development or choice of speakers, nor opportunity to influence except for the sponsored symposia presentations.

Event Schedule

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
8:30 AM - 9:25 AM
Registration and exhibition
9:25 AM - 9:30 AM
Chair’s opening remarks
Dr Roy Hamilton, GP with a Specialist Interest in Diabetes and Cardio-Metabolic Health, Albany House Surgery
Chair’s opening remarks
Dr Paula Wright, GP, Appraiser, GP Tutor
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Beyond the injection: Navigating the complexities of Modern Weight Management
  • Optimising function and preventing deterioration
  • Developing support networks and self-management
  • Managing exacerbations
Dr Raj Than, GP Partner, Clinical Lead in LTCs and Obesity LLR ICB, Clinical Champion Diabetes UK , Humberstone Medical Centre, Leicester and LLR ICB
Dementia: is prevention better than cure?
Louise Robinson, Professor of Primary Care and Ageing , Newcastle University
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM
Sleep apnoea: The primary care clues you can't afford to miss
Sophie West, Consultant Respiratory and Sleep Physician, Newcastle upon Tyne NHS Foundation Trust , Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust
Beyond the hype: diagnosing and managing testosterone deficiency
Dr Max Draper, GP with interest in Men’s health and health optimisation , Alphagenix, My-Atlas
10:35 AM - 11:10 AM
Exhibition and refreshments

Please take some time to visit the exhibition where our supporting partners will be delighted to speak with you.  

Thanks to their support, the event is free to attend. 

11:10 AM - 11:40 AM
Sponsored session to be confirmed
The childhood cough – which ones to worry about
  • Acute and chronic cough in children 
  • Red flags 
  • Approaches to investigation and management 
Dr Malcolm Brodlie, Clinical Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine , Newcastle University and Great North Children’s Hospital
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Why gambling harm is a primary care issue
Dr Matt Gaskell MBE, Clinical Director , NHS Northern Gambling Service
Importance of the gut microbiome and potential role of probiotics
  • Discover how your gut microbiome and microbiota influences health
  • Understand NICE and BSG recommendations for managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Gain insights on evidence-based solutions for gut support, including probiotics, explore the latest research and its clinical implications
Maeve Hanan, Lead Dietitian & Founder, Dietetically Speaking

This session is sponsored by Symprove

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Exhibition and lunch

A complimentary lunch will be provided. 

1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
Demystifying Single- and Multi-Neighbourhood Provider Contracts
  • What we know about the new contracts
  • Risks and opportunities for practices, PCNs and federations
  • Top legal tips for successful collaboration
Alison Oliver, Partner, Sintons LLP

Sponsored by:

Acne: why your patients aren't getting better
  • The 5 common reasons acne treatment fails  
  • Smarter prescribing without overusing antibiotics  
  • Confident acne management in a 10-minute consultation 
Dr Bilal Khan, Lead GP, Bupa, Clinical Fellow in Dermatology, Warwick Hospital Dermatology, GP, South Warwickshire GP Federation
1:50 PM - 2:20 PM
Holistic CVRM reviews in primary care
  • Key insights from the new 2026 CVRM / CKM guideline 
  • Recognising interconnected cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic risk 
  • A practical approach to holistic CVRM reviews in primary care
Dr Roy Hamilton, GP with a Specialist Interest in Diabetes and Cardio-Metabolic Health, Albany House Surgery
Osteoarthritis – management options in general practice
  • Practical NICE-aligned management of osteoarthritis in primary care  
  • Non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatment options to improve pain and function  
  • When to investigate, refer, and consider surgical intervention for patients with OA 
Professor Fraser Birrell, Professor of Lifestyle Medicine and Innovation, Newcastle University
2:20 PM - 2:45 PM
Exhibition and refreshments

Please take some time to ensure you have spoken to all our exhibitors, whose support make this event free.

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Paediatric allergy and anaphylaxis management in primary care
  • Recognising common paediatric allergies and identifying red-flag symptoms  
  • Practical management of allergic reactions and anaphylaxis in primary care  
  • Guidance on referrals, emergency action plans and supporting families 
Dr Louise Michaelis, Consultant and Honorary Senior Lecturer in Paediatric Allergy , Great North Children’s Hospital and Newcastle University
Contraception in practice 2026
  • Key updates to UK guidance and their impact on clinical practice 
  • Contraceptive scenarios with case discussions 
  • Emerging issues, including GLP‑1 agonists and hormonal hesitancy 
Dr Katherine Gilmore, Consultant in Community Sexual and Reproductive Health , South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Closing keynote - details coming soon
3:45 PM
Close of Conference

call for input

We believe the best learning comes from those working day-to-day in general practice. We are open to suggestions.

If you are interested to speak or have a topic in mind you believe would benefit others in primary care, please contact Aneya Sanders, Senior Conference Producer.

If you are interested in sponsoring a session on the Agenda, or exhibiting at the event please contact Ed Burkle, Event Sales Director 

Speakers

Professor Fraser Birrell
Professor Fraser Birrell
Professor of Lifestyle Medicine and Innovation, Newcastle University
Dr Malcolm Brodlie
Dr Malcolm Brodlie
Clinical Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
Dr Max Draper
Dr Max Draper
GP with interest in Men’s health and health optimisation
Dr Matt Gaskell MBE
Dr Matt Gaskell MBE
Clinical Director
Dr Katherine Gilmore
Dr Katherine Gilmore
Consultant in Community Sexual and Reproductive Health
Dr Roy Hamilton
Dr Roy Hamilton
GP with a Specialist Interest in Diabetes and Cardio-Metabolic Health, Albany House Surgery
Maeve Hanan
Maeve Hanan
Lead Dietitian & Founder, Dietetically Speaking
Dr Bilal Khan
Dr Bilal Khan
Lead GP, Bupa, Clinical Fellow in Dermatology, Warwick Hospital Dermatology, GP, South Warwickshire GP Federation
Dr Louise Michaelis
Dr Louise Michaelis
Consultant and Honorary Senior Lecturer in Paediatric Allergy
Alison Oliver
Alison Oliver
Partner, Sintons LLP
Louise Robinson
Louise Robinson
Professor of Primary Care and Ageing
Dr Raj Than
Dr Raj Than
GP Partner, Clinical Lead in LTCs and Obesity LLR ICB, Clinical Champion Diabetes UK
Sophie West
Sophie West
Consultant Respiratory and Sleep Physician, Newcastle upon Tyne NHS Foundation Trust
Dr Paula Wright
Dr Paula Wright
GP, Appraiser, GP Tutor