We would like to thank our exhibitors and sponsors for sponsoring this meeting. This includes pharmaceutical companies GlaxoSmithkline UK Ltd (GSK) and Lupin Healthcare. 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.

What are Pulse PCN events?

Tailored, focused discussion forums

The team behind the award-winning Pulse magazine and Pulse LIVE events, is proud to announce the 2024 calendar of Pulse PCN Events, a series of discussion forums specifically created for PCN Clinical Directors, PCN Managers and senior staff supported by the Pulse PCN editorial advisory board.

After the success of the in-person events in 2023, we are delighted to bring you six face-to-face events in five convenient locations this year: Birmingham, Leeds, London, Newcastle and Manchester. The events will offer PCN Clinical Directors, Managers and senior staff the opportunity to discuss major challenges affecting PCNs as well as the demands of new management roles.

Why Attend? 

Featuring concurrent streams of presentations focusing on the most pressing issues facing primary care delivery and management, Pulse PCN Newcastle is the destination conference for primary care leaders. Dedicated to GPs and managers with a PCN role, the event will provide updates on topics including new regulations, human resources, new technologies and AI, finances and staff motivation.

Relationships

Connect with other clinical directors and managers from your region

 

Experts

Take part in a peer, not policy, led agenda focusing on practical, real world challenges

 

Inspiration

Explore key obstacles to service development and quality improvement

 

Partnerships

Engage with a select number of industry partners to discuss partnership working

 

Strategy

Come away equipped with the latest knowledge on policy, commissioning, IT, HR, finance and more.

About Pulse PCN Newcastle

The destination for PCN leaders in the North East

The Pulse PCN Manchester forum returns on 8 October 2024. It is a one day, free-to-attend conference designed specifically for PCN Clinical Directors and other senior staff.

The event format combines expert session with networking opportunities with your peers. You will also be able to engage with a handpicked selection of leading suppliers in the exhibition hall, and enjoy a complimentary buffet lunch.

The goal of the Newcastle Pulse PCN Event is to support you and your team when it comes to overcoming the major challenges standing in the way of effective care.

Who is this event for?

  • PCN Clinical Directors
  • PCN Managers
  • Clinical Leads
  • Digital and Transformation Leads
  • PCN Board members
  • ICB/ICS representatives

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The agenda

Covering topics such as service specification delivery and ARRS management, the agendas for Pulse PCN Events are designed to stimulate the discussion on the most relevant subjects:

  • Primary Care & PCN capacity building
  • Early cancer detection
  • Care homes enhanced service management
  • Population health management
  • Community pharmacy integration
  • Personalised and anticipatory care
  • Managing QOF and IIF targets
  • Updates on the ARRS scheme
  • How integrated care systems adapt and change

Speakers

What people say

“Great speakers, very informative with a lot to take back and use in our PCN development. Could easily have had much longer sessions.” 

Trudy Mansfield
PCN Manager

“Good to meet other PCN directors and hearing about current developments and challenges.” 

Dr Seb Kalwij
CD North Lewisham PCN

"Good content, engaging speakers, with good networking and interesting stalls.” 

Roy Boodhun
PCN Clinical Director

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How to get there

Newcastle Central Station and metro station are approx a 13 min walk. Gateshead metro station is approx an eight min walk. Taxis will be available.

The nearest bus stops are Hills Street, Wellington Street of Hillside Quay.

There is limited parking onsite, payable on departure. 

0-3 Hours £7
3-6 Hours £8
6-9 Hours £10
Full day £15

0191 490 9700

We have no discounts available but suggest you visit the venue website if requiring accommodation 

Hilton Newcastle Gateshead, NE8 2AR

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Sponsors and exhibitors

Media Partners

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