On behalf of the UKCS 2012 committee I look forward to welcoming you to Liverpool. We hope that the beautiful venue of St George’s Hall will inspire you to actively participate in our meeting.
Registration is now open
This will be the 19th UKCS Scientific meeting. UKCS was designed to provide an opportunity to present their research (even if the project is not complete) and to obtain valuable feedback and presentation skills, which can then provide a stepping-stone to international meetings. As such, we encourage abstract submissions from all clinicians especially trainees involved in research, and from all of the specialties’ involved continence care.
Submit Your Abstract and Challenging Cases here
Our keynote speakers have been chosen to provide both education and humour. Following the success of the “Challenging Cases” session in Bristol we have again included this in our program; details of how to submit cases can be found here.
On the morning of Wednesday the 18th April, we have arranged pre-course sessions. The first is a Mock Trial that will be held in the courtroom of St George’s Hall. Our judge and barristers will be in full regalia when they cross-examine our expert witnesses, Liz Adams and Adam Gornell. This will undoubtedly be an educational and entertaining session for those of us watching! We have also designed a programme specifically for our PAM’s with the Inaugural Nurse and Physio Forum. Details of how to book your place on each of these sessions will be here soon.
The UKCS programme would not be complete without a wee bit of socialising. The dinner on Thursday 19th April will be more informal than previously with a night of socialising taking place in Liverpool Dock’s, with a dinner and entertainment from the fantastic Beatles Tribute Band, the Cheatles. Dress code encourages 60’s fancy dress or more traditional ‘glad rags. Space at the venue is limited so book your place early to avoid disappointment!
We look forward to welcoming you to Liverpool and are confident that UKCS 2012 will be a memorable event.
Gillian Fowler
Chair of UKCS 2012
This Conference will be relevant for:
all those involved in promoting continence in the community and hospital setting, including:
- Colo-rectal Surgeons
- Geriatricians
- Gynaecologists
- PCT Managers
- Paediatricians
- Physiotherapists
- Scientists
- Specialist Nurses including Continence Advisors
- Urogynaecologists
- Urologist
Continuing Professional Development
The Organisers have applied for CPD accreditation. All attendees will be issued with a Certificate of Attendance showing the credits available.
Scientific and Local Organising Committee Members:
- Organising Committee Chair:
Gillian Fowler, Consultant Urogynaecologist
Local Organising and Scientific Committee:
- Liz Adams, Consultant Urogynaecologist
- Jill Bolderson, Advanced Nurse Practitioner
- Katie Mann, Women’s Health Physiotherapist
- Carolyn North, Subspecialty Trainee in Urogynaecology
- Gurpret Singh, Consultant Urologist
plus National Scientific Committee Members:
- Karen Ward, Consultant Urogynaecologist, Liverpool Chair
- John Bolton, Consultant Urologist, Bradford
- Carmel Ramage, Consultant Urogynaecologist and Obstetrician, Bradford,
- Mandy Wells, Consultant Nurse
- Liz Dixon, Urogynaecology Nurse Consultant, Liverpool
- Mohsen Iskander, Consultant Urogynaecologist, Bradford
Liverpool
Liverpool is the fourth largest city in the United Kingdom (third largest in England).
The urbanisation and expansion of Liverpool were both largely brought about by the city’s status as a major port. By the 18th century, trade from the West Indies, Ireland and mainland Europe coupled with close links with the Atlantic Slave Trade furthered the economic expansion of Liverpool. By the early 19th century, 40% of the world’s trade passed through Liverpool’s docks, contributing to Liverpool’s rise as a major city.
Inhabitants of Liverpool are referred to as Liverpudlians or Scousers, (in reference to the local dish known as “scouse”, a form of stew). Liverpool’s status as a port city has contributed to its diverse population, which, historically, were drawn from a wide range of peoples, cultures, and religions, particularly those from Ireland. The city is also home to the oldest Black African community in the country and the oldest Chinese community in Europe.
The popularity of The Beatles and the other groups from the Merseybeat era contributes to Liverpool’s status as a tourist destination. The city celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2007, and it held the European Capital of Culture title together with Stavanger, Norway, in 2008.
What about the science?
The Programme will provide a learning environment where the focus will be on free paper and poster sessions with plenty of opportunities for delegates to have access to leaders in the field of scientific and clinical research and patient care.
In addition to plenary sessions there will be informal sessions with active delegate participation, essential to the success of the meeting. The programme will include a medico-legal trial and Grand Poster Rounds.
In addition to the main meeting, the Scientific Committee envisages a number of pre-Congress courses running on 18th April.