Programme
Open to all
Conference & Exhibition · 26–27 Nov
Members only
Learning Academy Immersive Day · 28 Nov
Thu
26
Nov
Fri
27
Nov
Sat
28
Nov
Members
Clinical practice
Research & innovation
Policy & profession
Learning & development
09:00
45 min
Opening plenary
Hall 1
Welcome and the President’s address: the state of the profession in 2026
Royal College of Podiatry · President & Chief Executive
10:00
60 min
Clinical practice
Theatre A
The high-risk diabetic foot: what the latest evidence changes in clinic
Chaired by Prof Aisha Patel
Research & innovation
Theatre B
AI in the clinic: three early adopters on what actually changed
Dr Lena Brooks and panel
11:15
30 min
Refreshments & exhibition — Hall 3
11:45
60 min
Clinical practice
Theatre A
Wound care that works: debridement, dressings and the decisions between
Chaired by Dr Thomas Collins
Policy & profession
Theatre C
Scope of practice: where the lines are drawn, and who draws them
Martin O’Connor in conversation
13:00
60 min
Lunch & exhibition — Hall 3
14:00
75 min
Clinical practice
Theatre A
Nail surgery masterclass: technique, complications and consent
Chaired by Dr Chris Morriss-Roberts
Research & innovation
Theatre B
MSK & biomechanics: gait analysis beyond the pressure plate
Dr Lena Brooks
18:30
2 hrs
Evening
Hall 3
Welcome reception on the exhibition floor
Open to all delegates
Early-bird rates end 31 August