The Association of Neurophysiological Scientists

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We have new recruitment opportunities 

See the members ‘Jobs page’

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NHSE Physiological Science Network Workshop 

 

NHSE have set up a workshop on physiological science networks in September.

 

Refer to the agenda attached and complete the registration link below;

https://forms.office.com/r/KT9z0A01rM

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PTP Curriculum Review Consultation

 

We need your feedback on the introduction of new principles to guide the Practitioner Training Programme.

 

Please take this important opportunity to provide feedback to the National School of Healthcare Science about the Practitioner Training Programme.

 

Please circulate widely to current PTP students and recent graduates.

I would urge everyone to complete the survey. As Healthcare Scientists it is vital that your voice is heard and that you are involved in shaping the future of undergraduate education and training. Please use link below.

 

https://nshcs.hee.nhs.uk/programmes/ptp/ptp-curriculum-review-consultation/

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The ANS Annual General Meeting

From 24 March 2022 – the meeting was recorded and shall be published presently. 

 

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Message from Kelly St Pier:

I am delighted and extremely proud to announce that, through innovation and cutting-edge technology, Young Epilepsy is revolutionising the diagnostic experience for children with epilepsy.

Today we are launching our new diagnostic suite at the Neville Childhood Epilepsy Centre here on campus.

This wonderful new facility includes the world’s first wearable brain scanning system designed specifically for children called OPM-MEG.

Working with our research and design partners, our Health and Research teams at Young Epilepsy have built the first wearable MEG system of its kind which, along with a family room and sensory garden, has the potential to transform the diagnostic experience for children and their families.

Initially, Young Epilepsy will be the only clinical setting where this new OPM-MEG diagnostic service will be available. However, once clinical trials are complete and the system is fully tested, we will have pioneered the use of this technology in children and young people with complex needs, ready for it to be adopted across the UK and the world.

We plan to commence clinical evaluation this autumn shortly after the room is fully functioning. This will determine the technical and clinical protocols for the use of this technology in children, young people and adults. These protocols will be developed with children and young people with complex needs from the start rather than adapted for them at a later stage.

To find out more please visit  www.youngepilepsy.org.uk/meg  

 

Kelly St. Pier

Clinical Scientist (Neurophysiology)

Young Epilepsy

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Upcoming Webinars for Members

Dates for your diaries.

These will be held as a Zoom meeting.  Log in details will be sent via email… please ensure we have your current email address.

Previous webinars are available to our membership through this website. Once you are logged in please visit the Membership > Resources and Member Benefits > Presentations.

 

Thank you to all our volunteer speakers and Stuart for arranging these talks.  

Please note the start times may vary for these presentations.
Would you like to present a Zoom Webinar? If so, please contact Stuart Lodwick.

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Equality and Diversity 

Reflections of an STP Alumni and member of the Black Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) Student Trainee Network.

• The experience of an STP student

If anyone needs to speak to an ANS representative with respect to E&D please get in touch with either Shajia or Danielle. 

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Science Council launches Diversity and Inclusion Progression Framework 2.0 – The Science Council

The aim of the Framework is to support professional bodies to: Track performance and progress on D&I against four levels of good practice, where level one is the starting point and level four the highest level of good practice.

https://sciencecouncil.org/science-council-launches-diversity-and-inclusion-progression-framework/

 

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ANS Members

Did you know we are producing videos in order to help keep you up to date? Once you are logged in to this website head over to the Membership > Resources and Member Benefits > Presentations page to view the list of videos and passwords.

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Update on the ANS Standalone Exams

We are now in a position to offer Standalone EEG exams. These will be undertaken using a virtual platform set up by the host department.

If you are currently awaiting an EEG exam,  or are planning one in the near future, please contact me to discuss the new arrangements and set a date.

Please be aware we do now have a backlog, but will endeavour to undertake exams as soon as we can.

Any queries please feel free to contact me: ann.harvey@esneft.nhs.uk.

Ann Harvey

• Log in to watch the latest WBA update video in the Resources and Member benefits section of the website.  

 

Exam update

We have had a number of queries regarding WBA training for non-ANS members and obtaining copies of exam certificates.

We can  offer WBA assessor training for non-ANS members for £30

Copies of exam certificates can be obtained for £20 each

 

If you require either of these please contact the AHCS – the contact is admin@ahcs.ac.uk

Kind Regards

Ann Harvey – Exam Board Chair

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Recognising the vital role of healthcare scientists, clinical physiologists and technologists

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Getting It Right First Time in the NHS

Is your department aware of the ‘new’ drive for NHS improvement? More details will appear on the IQIPS page of this site. In the meantime, please visit the NHS improvement website.

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Applications for CSci Registrations Open

ANS are pleased to announce that registrations are open for The Science Council’s application process. Visit the Careers page for guidance notes and application forms.

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Map of Departments in the UK and Ireland

We rely on our members to ensure this map is kept up to date.  If you are aware of incorrect information in your patch (even if it isn’t the hospital or trust where you work), please contact Ally Tate so the map can be updated/corrected.