Find a local peer support network
Whether you are a practice nurse or locality lead, being responsible for improving respiratory care for patients can be both daunting and frustrating, especially when you’re juggling workloads and trying to keep up-to-date with the latest developments.
South Hampshire Respiratory Journal Club
Network Lead: Kerry Woodward
Composition: Multi-disciplinary Focus: Respiratory group focusing specifically on respiratory issues
The group welcomes all healthcare professionals with an interest in respiratory, within all areas of healthcare. Regular attendees include practice nurses, respiratory nurse specialists, respiratory physiotherapists, pharmacists and GPs. We meet 4 times a year and are supported by a variety of pharma companies who help by funding the venue and refreshments. We ask attendees to choose topics to cover or be discussed and we encourage sharing of best practice at the meetings. Anyone keen to develop their presentation skills are invited to share topics relevant to their expertise and knowledge in a friendly and supportive environment.
Southampton City Airway Forum
Network Lead: Emma Ray
Composition: Multi-disciplinary Focus: Respiratory group focusing specifically on respiratory issues
A friendly professional group that is open to all health care professionals with a respiratory interest in Southampton and local Hampshire area. We meet at least three times a year and have talks from specialist clinicians. Any new resources and information is shared via the group email. We welcome new members.