The BCIS Education Forum webinar — AHP Session: Human Factors in Healthcare: Improving patient Safety and Performance will take place on the second Tuesday of May from 19:00.

Topics include:

• Definition of Human Factors
• History of Human Factors
• Why is it relevant in Healthcare
• Principles of Human Factors

Monday 7 – Tuesday 8 July 2025 | Leeds | In-Person

Come to learn, share and participate in one of the largest dedicated meetings for nurses and allied professionals in the UK!

The BCIS AHP Annual Conference features hands-on sessions and TWO streams of education: Core and Advanced.

Core is ideal for those with less than 12 months of cath lab experience, while Advanced is suited to those with more than 12 months of cath lab experience.

Whether you’re a newcomer or experienced cath lab staff, the expanded meeting is designed for every member of the team, covering numerous topics relating to safe and effective practice.

The AHP Working Group and BCIS have developed this course specifically for YOU.

 The conference exclusive to BCIS members and is ideal for cardiac physiologists, nurses and radiographers.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

Monday 28 – Tuesday 29 September 2026 | Birmingham Conference & Events Centre (BCEC)

Hosted by the Birmingham Cardiology Group (MMUH, QE and Heartlands)

This immersive two-day course is designed specifically for interventional cardiology trainees, delivering a dynamic blend of expert-led lectures, case-based discussions, live demonstrations, and extensive hands-on simulation. With a strong emphasis on practical learning and real-world application, the programme spans the full spectrum of contemporary interventional practice.

Key themes include core PCI principles, intracoronary imaging and physiology, calcium management, and complex intervention strategies, alongside dedicated sessions on complications, human factors, and decision-making beyond the cath lab. Delegates will also benefit from interactive case discussions and live case sessions, fostering critical thinking and peer-to-peer learning.

A standout feature of the course is the comprehensive hands-on training, offering small-group rotations across a wide range of simulators—from fundamental techniques such as wiring and femoral access, to advanced skills including atherectomy, bifurcation strategies, imaging (IVUS/OCT), and mechanical support devices.

In addition to clinical content, the programme addresses career development, including navigating MDTs, building a competitive consultant profile, and transitioning from training to consultancy.

With dedicated time for networking, discussion, and collaboration, this conference provides a unique opportunity to consolidate essential skills, gain exposure to advanced techniques, and connect with peers and leaders in the field.

This is a recognised BCIS conference for all interventional cardiology trainees, and as such is considered by BCIS a core component of subspecialty training in intervention.

The conference is exclusive to BCIS trainee members. For details on joining BCIS, click here.

This is the third research webinar brought to you by the BCIS Research and Development working group, led by Prof. Vijay Kunadian.

BHF PROTECT-TAVI is a UK-based randomised controlled trial designed to evaluate whether using a CEP device during TAVI can lower the risk of stroke in patients. The study aims to enrol 7,730 participants.

Open to all BCIS members, and available to watch on demand after the event via the BCIS website.

More information about the webinar will be available soon.

BCIS presents the second in a series of webinars by the Research and Development Working Group.

Focussing on the NOTION-3 Trial, the webinar will be led by Prof. Vijay Kunadian, R&D Group Lead. Joining Vijay is principal investigator for the trial, Professor Jacob Lonborg of Rigshospitalet and Copenhagen University Hospital. Additional panellists are to be announced soon.

Expect a 15-20 minute presentation from Prof. Kunadian, a 10-minute presentation from Dr Lonborg and an interactive panel discussion and live audience Q&A.

Open to all BCIS members, and available to watch on demand after the event via the BCIS website.

The BCIS Education Forum webinar — Primary PCI: Managing Thrombus in STEMI:  will take place on the second Tuesday of April from 19:00.

Topics include:

• Distal Wire Perforation with/without tamponade
• Pericardiocentesis Technique

The BCIS Education Forum webinar — Primary PCI: Managing Thrombus in STEMI will take place on the second Tuesday of March from 19:00.

Topics include:

• Brief Review of Evidence
•  Managing High Thrombus Burden Cases
• Management of No-reflow
• Case Examples

The BCIS Education Forum webinar — Preparing for PCI: Complex Anatomy and Access will take place on the second Tuesday of February from 19:00.

Topics include:

• Planning Complex Procedures
• Difficult Vascular Access
• Case Examples

The BCIS Education Forum webinar — Coronary Kit Review:  will take place on the second Tuesday of January from 19:00.

Topics include:

• Semi, Non Compliant & Cutting Balloons
• Different wires, micro catheters and their properties
• Case based examples where different kit is useful

Registration Deadline: 16:00 on Monday 9 December 2024

Once you register, the Zoom link for the webinar will be emailed to you closer to the start date of the webinar.

Course Director: Dr Shouvik Haldar, Vice President of Education, Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals, Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS FT

Contact: Email courses@bcs.com or call BCS on +44 (0)20 7380 1946