Clinical Services Matron. All views are my own

Alton, England
Joined February 2018
Nice discussion on how expectation shapes the experience of pain
What you expect from a treatment can shape how you experience pain, says Dr. @BethDarnall. When you expect relief, pain may ease. When you expect things to get worse, pain may intensify. These are known as the placebo and nocebo effects. Watch her full lecture: bit.ly/4s13SlX
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Don't miss the Abstract Presentations at the Abstract & Innovation Theatre in the Exhibition Hall! Find more details at: bit.ly/abstract-innovation-t… #BOAAC26
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Great interaction and clinical reasoning on @mercephysio1 Integrating Imaging course today for the Lumbar spine. #macpcourses Would you spot the winking owl?!
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Today i was successful in achieving a secondment role @HywelDdaHB - Education and Development Officer for Work Based Learning I am very excited to be a positive contribution and support to the fantastic @AgoredCymru diploma programmes #AHPSupportWorkers
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What does ‘The Changing Face of Orthopaedics’ mean to BOA Honorary Treasurer - Rhidian Morgan-Jones? Hear from Rhidian as he shares his perspective on this year’s Congress theme. Join the orthopaedic community to hear from leading experts, exchange ideas, and explore what’s shaping the future of patient care. 📍 Olympia, London 📅 22nd – 24th September 2026 One Congress. Endless Opportunities. boa.ac.uk/Congress #BOAAC26 #Orthopaedics #Innovation #Networking
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Great opportunity and a lovely team
Calling any Band 5 OT or newly registered - are you looking for your first job - look no further Alton Community Hospital jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadv…
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Looking for a new challenge - HIOWH M&N have a integrated rotational B6 OT post - challenging your OT skills in urgent care, inpatient and community rehab, check it out. jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadv…
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Don't miss out - get tickets today – at Chawton, England
FINAL CALL!!! General Registration for BOA Annual Congress 2026 is now open and closes TODAY on Sunday 6th September! Join us at the UK's leading orthopaedic event and experience three days of world-class education, inspiring speakers, cutting-edge innovation, and invaluable networking. This year's theme, ‘The Changing Face of Orthopaedics’, will bring together the profession to explore the future of orthopaedic care. 📍 Olympia London 📅 22nd – 24th September 2026 Book now to secure your place: boa.ac.uk/registration #BOAAC26 #Orthopaedics #MedicalEducation #Innovation #Networking
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Why attend BOA Annual Congress 2026? Join the orthopaedic community as we explore ‘The Changing Face of Orthopaedics’. Learn from leading experts, discover cutting-edge innovations, exchange ideas with colleagues, and help shape the future of patient care. 📍 Olympia, London 📅 22nd – 24th September 2026 One Congress. Endless Opportunities. boa.ac.uk/Congress #BOAAC26 #Orthopaedics #Innovation #Networking
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Only 21 days to the @PhysioATOCP conference at BOA. We can't wait to hear from our inspirational speakers. See you there. Still time to get tickets. – at Alton, England
Join us at BOA Annual Congress 2026, taking place 22nd – 24th September in London, where this year's theme is 'The Changing Face of Orthopaedics'. 🗣️ Medicolegal session - Protecting patients, Lessons in patient safety and litigation landmines 📅 Thursday 24th September 2026 | 4.30pm – 6pm BST Explore patient safety, patient harm and litigation through illustrative case discussions, collaboration with GIRFT, the introduction of electronic consent, and insights from NHS Resolution. Find out more at: boa.ac.uk/Programme #BOAAC26
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Join us at BOA Annual Congress 2026, taking place 22nd – 24th September in London, where this year's theme is 'The Changing Face of Orthopaedics'. 🗣️ Medicolegal session - Protecting patients, Lessons in patient safety and litigation landmines 📅 Thursday 24th September 2026 | 4.30pm – 6pm BST Explore patient safety, patient harm and litigation through illustrative case discussions, collaboration with GIRFT, the introduction of electronic consent, and insights from NHS Resolution. Find out more at: boa.ac.uk/Programme #BOAAC26
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What does ‘The Changing Face of Orthopaedics’ mean to Honorary Secretary and BOA Vice-President Elect – Deepa Bose? Hear from Deepa as she shares her perspective on this year’s Congress theme. Deepa is also looking forward to meeting you at the new Diversity and Orthopaedics Dinner on Tuesday 22nd September — don’t forget to sign up! Register now for the BOA Annual Congress to hear from leading experts, exchange ideas, and explore what’s shaping the future of patient care. 📍 Olympia London 📅 22nd –24th September 2026 One Congress. Endless Opportunities. boa.ac.uk/Congress @deepamusafir1 #BOAAC26 #Orthopaedics #Innovation #Networking
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Applications for BOA Committee vacancies are now open! Ready to make a difference in Trauma & Orthopaedics? Join a BOA Committee, share your expertise and help shape education, research and professional practice. 📅 Interviews: 2nd–26th November 2026 👉 Explore the vacancies and apply today: boa.ac.uk/about-us/get-invol… #BOA #TraumaAndOrthopaedics
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What does ‘The Changing Face of Orthopaedics’ mean to BOA President Fergal Monsell? Hear from Fergal as he shares his perspective on this year’s Congress theme. Join the orthopaedic community to hear from leading experts, exchange ideas, and explore what’s shaping the future of patient care. 📍 Olympia London 📅 22–24 September 2026 One Congress. Endless Opportunities. boa.ac.uk/Congress #BOAAC26 #Orthopaedics #Innovation #Networking
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Join us at BOA Annual Congress 2026, taking place 22nd – 24th September in London, where this year's theme is 'The Changing Face of Orthopaedics'. 🗣️ Medicolegal session - Protecting patients, Lessons in patient safety and litigation landmines 📅 Thursday 24th September 2026 | 4.30pm – 6pm BST Explore patient safety, patient harm and litigation through illustrative case discussions, collaboration with GIRFT, the introduction of electronic consent, and insights from NHS Resolution. Find out more at: boa.ac.uk/Programme #BOAAC26
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BOOK NOW! Registration for the 2026 BOA Annual Congress Friday Sessions - Training Orthopaedic Educational Supervisors (TOES) Course on Friday 25th September is now open to both BOA Members and Non-Members. The course will address concerns expressed by many trainers about the over refined structure of ISCP: of tick boxes and forms. Register at: boa.ac.uk/TOESFriday #BOAAC26
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Hoping to see lots of AHP there. – at Alton, England
BOOK NOW! Registration for the 2026 BOA Annual Congress Friday Sessions - BSCOS Paediatric Trauma Course on Friday 25th September is now open to both BOA Members and Non-Members. This revalidation course is designed specifically for general orthopaedic consultants who encounter children with traumatic injuries as part of routine on-call practice. Register at: boa.ac.uk/BPTFriday #BOAAC26
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If you are a BOA member attending the BOA Annual Congress 2026, please join us at the AGM at 13.30 on Wednesday 23rd September 2026. Make sure to have your say! #BOAAC26
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Looking forward to presenting this 2-part lumbar surgery rehab webinar with @hdpnglobal on October 13th & 20th. Will be covering - The 3 main surgical techniques and how they influence the rehab - What the evidence does/doesnt tell us - Real-life Rehab programs with case-studies. All bookings here 👇 thomasdekkers.com/events
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Looking forward to hearing all the latest updates and networking with the T&O community @PhysioATOCP – at Kalbarri, Western Australia
Why attend BOA Annual Congress 2026? Join the orthopaedic community as we explore ‘The Changing Face of Orthopaedics’. Learn from leading experts, discover cutting-edge innovations, exchange ideas with colleagues, and help shape the future of patient care. 📍 Olympia, London 📅 22nd – 24th September 2026 One Congress. Endless Opportunities. boa.ac.uk/Congress #BOAAC26 #Orthopaedics #Innovation #Networking
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