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Understanding Seasonal Changes on Eczema Prone Skin with Dr Anita Sturnham
In this webinar, Childs Farm Consultant Dermatologist Dr Anita Sturnham shares her expertise for how to manage your child's skin no matter the season. From understanding the main symptoms of eczema and what can trigger eczema in babies and children to a good skincare routine for sensitive skin, this Expert Interview covers it all.
Dr. Anita Sturnham
Dermatology Expert and GP
Dr. Anita Sturnham is a highly respected and accomplished medical professional in the field of dermatology and medicine.
Dr Meg Minasian started her career as an ophthalmologist, and used lots of different lasers and Botox to treat the eye. This set her up to seamlessly shift to aesthetics, and apply her knowledge to regenerative treatments. In this webinar, Meg explores the role of aesthetics for boosting the bodies own repair mechanisms.
Dr. Meg Minasian
GMC-registered Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon
Dr. Meg Minasian, a GMC-registered Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, has over two decades of expertise in ophthalmology and the therapeutic use of botulinum toxin within the NHS.
The Red Face: Skin Condition or Skin Sensitivity with Julie Van Onselen
Do you have rosacea? Or, are you unsure whether you're living with sensitive skin instead?
Well, Julie Van Onselen is back in the webinar hot seat to share her expertise on how to soothe redness and spot rosacea. Throughout the half an hour session, she shares her tips and tricks for spotting signs of skin conditions and diagnosis, enjoy!
Julie is a Dermatology Lecturer Practitioner; her background is 25 years as a dermatology clinical nurse specialist, in both primary and secondary care. She works independently and as a lecturer at the University of Stirling. Her company Dermatology Education Partnership Ltd focuses on dermatology educational projects for the pharmaceutical industry, the NHS, universities; professional and patient support groups. DEP Ltd organise training courses in practical dermatology as well as working in conjunction with training associates. Julie works for skin support groups, with a regular weekly session on the National Eczema Society complex helpline. Julie is a health care writer and publishes widely in professional and health care journals; she is past editor of Dermatological Nursing. She is also special adviser to the All Party Parliamentary Group on Skin and steering committee member of the Psoriasis Setting Priorities Partnership project, running from 2017-2020. She works clinically once a week and her current clinical post is with SkinHealth UK, running skin cancer detection and awareness clinics; in the past she ran nurse-led clinics in eczema, psoriasis and acne care. Julie is passionate about improving care and support for people with skin conditions through developing educational initiatives for both healthcare professionals and patients throughout the UK.
Begin with You – how to invest in your wellbeing during difficult times
Being diagnosed with any chronic condition can turn your world upside down - whether you need to adapt to new routines, or you're simply finding it hard process the news. Petra Velzeboer is here to help you on your management journey, and to ensure you have the tools you need to protect your wellbeing in tough times. From the grief process to changing your midset, tune into this webinar to put your mental health first.
Petra Velzeboer
Mental Health Expert, Keynote Speaker and CEO of PVL
Understanding neuropathic pain and treatment options
Pain can be frustrating, confusing and - most of all - debilitating. Whether it's caused by a chronic condition, an injury or an illness, it can be tough to grapple with, particularly when it comes to self-management. That's why, we are excited to be joined by Dr Ashish Gulve, a neuromodulation expert, who is going to share all his expertise on what pain is, how to control it and why neurodynamics may be the way forward for relieving your pain. Read talkhealth meets....Dr Gulve.
Dr Ashish Gulve
Clinical Lead & Consultant in Pain Medicine (FFPMRCA,FFPMCAI, FRCA, FCARCSI, MD)
Dr Gulve is a Consultant in Pain Management at the James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough since 2006. He is a lead for the Pain Service and completed his specialist training in the North East of England.
Specialised in interventional pain management, Dr Gulve has a particular expertise in Neuromodulation and is interested in new innovations in the field of Neuromodulation; he is the first in the UK to use many of these new innovations. As well as being a mentor to younger colleagues, he teaches and trains pain professionals in the UK and across Europe. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Gulve
While the exact cause of skin conditions such as eczema is largely unknown, it is generally believed that a combination of both genetic pre-disposition and environmental factors play a role. The sad reality of this is that parents who have suffered with sensitive and eczema prone skin, often go on to have children with similar skin issues, adding to the stress and anxiety of the already hectic new role of parenthood. That’s why we have collaborated with Childs Farm to bring you a webinar with Dr Jennifer Crawley, full of useful information about the causes of sensitive and eczema prone skin as well as hints and tips on how you can look after you and your little one’s skin. While the exact cause of skin conditions such as eczema is largely unknown, it is generally believed that a combination of both genetic pre-disposition and environmental factors play a role. The sad reality of this is that parents who have suffered with sensitive and eczema prone skin, often go on to have children with similar skin issues, adding to the stress and anxiety of the already hectic new role of parenthood. That’s why we have collaborated with Childs Farm to bring you a webinar with Dr Jennifer Crawley, full of useful information about the causes of sensitive and eczema prone skin as well as hints and tips on how you can look after you and your little one’s skin. Childs Farm is a multi award-winning toiletries brand for newborn, babies & children. Find out more by visiting their website today!
Dr Crawley is a medical and surgical specialist in both paediatric and adult dermatology. Her expertise covers general dermatology and skin cancer patients, this wide range of knowledge means she is an exceptionally sought-after dermatologist. Having achieved MRCP and MRCP Dermatology certifications, she now acts as Lead Clinician for the paediatric dermatology service at University College Hospital and treats with severe skin conditions. As well as being a dedicated clinician, Dr Crawley has particular interests in research, teaching and leading audit projects which support her clinical work.
We all know to flag new moles and freckles to healthcare professionals, but you should be checking your skin for changes all the time. This is particularly true as we age because over 80% of melanoma deaths happen when patients are over the age of 50. But, how do you know what to look for in ageing skin and what naturally changes as skin gets older? We're here to help! Julie Van Onselen, an expert in all thing's dermatology is here to share her tips. Read talkhealth meets... Julie Van Onselen.
Julie is a Dermatology Lecturer Practitioner; her background is 25 years as a dermatology clinical nurse specialist, in both primary and secondary care. She works independently and as a lecturer at the University of Stirling. Her company Dermatology Education Partnership Ltd focuses on dermatology educational projects for the pharmaceutical industry, the NHS, universities; professional and patient support groups. DEP Ltd organise training courses in practical dermatology as well as working in conjunction with training associates. Julie works for skin support groups, with a regular weekly session on the National Eczema Society complex helpline. Julie is a health care writer and publishes widely in professional and health care journals; she is past editor of Dermatological Nursing. She is also special adviser to the All Party Parliamentary Group on Skin and steering committee member of the Psoriasis Setting Priorities Partnership project, running from 2017-2020. She works clinically once a week and her current clinical post is with SkinHealth UK, running skin cancer detection and awareness clinics; in the past she ran nurse-led clinics in eczema, psoriasis and acne care. Julie is passionate about improving care and support for people with skin conditions through developing educational initiatives for both healthcare professionals and patients throughout the UK.
If there is anything that you should be carrying around with you at the height of summer (and all year long!) it’s SPF. Not only does wearing suncream prevent skin from burning - which increases your risk of skin cancer - but it also decreases your risk of developing melanoma by around 50%. The British Skin Foundation’s Dr Adil Sheraz is here to share his expertise on all things skin cancer, SPF, and beyond! We are inviting all of our members to ask their questions before the webinar so that Dr Sheraz can answer their queries at the event. So, sign up and send us your questions.
Dr Sheraz graduated from St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London Hospital School of Medicine in 2005 where he also intercalated and obtained a BSc in Molecular Therapeutics. His training in General Medicine took place in various London hospitals and he gained Membership of the Royal College of Physicians in 2010.
Dr Sheraz is on the specialist register and his interests include skin cancer, skin surgery, psoriasis, general adult dermatology, acne and allergy. He regularly provides teaching and lectures to undergraduates and post graduates and has been an examiner for the dermatology section for medical students at King’s College Hospital.
Coming to terms with cancer can be tricky at every stage of recovery. That’s why Vicky Fox, a qualified yoga teacher, creates a safe, nurturing and happy atmosphere in her cancer yoga classes. Not only are there loads of physical health benefits (think balance, better sleep and circulation) of yoga, her classes are also designed to increase comfort and camaraderie for cancer-survivors. To learn more about the classes, and why Vicky is so dedicated to what she does,watch this webinar. Read talkhealth meets...Vicky Fox.
Vicky Fox
Senior Registered Yoga Teacher
Vicky’s teaching style is based around her own varied experience of yoga and through that has created a physically challenging class developing strength and suppleness while emphasising alignment and precision. All the time believing that yoga should be an individual and safe practice.
Vicky is registered with the Yoga Alliance as a senior registered yoga teacher and teacher trainer, teaches at triyoga in Ealing and Chelsea and online, Paul’s Cancer Support Centre and Future Dreams Charity. Vicky runs a Teaching Yoga To Those Diagnosed with Cancer training so that more teachers can feel supported to teach these wonderful and supportive classes. Read talkhealth meets...Vicky Fox
For lots of people, allergies can be a bit of a health mystery. From finding out what your triggers are to understanding whether your condition is affected by lifestyle changes, food allergies, eczema and respiratory health problems are common, interlinked and tricky to tackle.
These conditions can be particularly hard to understand when children are living with them. As a parent, you are faced with even bigger questions surrounding education, care and management. In this webinar Dr Tom Marrs, the director of the Allergy Academy, is here to give you some of the best advice for making sense of the links between food allergies, eczema and respiratory health. He will also give you great advice for how to help yourself and your child when these conditions start to take over. Read talkhealth meets...Dr Tom Marrs
Dr Tom Marrs
Consultant in Paediatric Allergy, Director of the Allergy Academy, King's College London, Honorary Senior Lecturer in Paediatric Allergy, King's College London - MBBS, MSc, FRCPCH, FHEA
Compared to other skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis affects a smaller portion of the population. In fact, only around 1.5% of people in the UK live with the condition that is caused by an overactive immune system. This means that getting a diagnosis and accessing the best advice about psoriasis can be difficult. With that in mind, we invited British Skin Foundation’s Dr Adil Sheraz to share all of his knowledge about the condition. Check out our other live Q&As with Dr Sheraz in our events calendar!
Dr Sheraz graduated from St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London Hospital School of Medicine in 2005 where he also intercalated and obtained a BSc in Molecular Therapeutics. His training in General Medicine took place in various London hospitals and he gained Membership of the Royal College of Physicians in 2010.
Dr Sheraz is on the specialist register and his interests include skin cancer, skin surgery, psoriasis, general adult dermatology, acne and allergy. He regularly provides teaching and lectures to undergraduates and post graduates and has been an examiner for the dermatology section for medical students at King’s College Hospital.
Dr Adil Sheraz from British Skin Foundation will have you clued up on acne in no time. The British Skin Foundation has funded more than 400 projects investigating all types of skin disease. The charity aims to increase awareness of skin diseases in the wider community and it is committed to educating people about different skin conditions. DONATE TO BRITISH SKIN FOUNDATION'S RESEARCH TODAY!
Dr Sheraz graduated from St Bartholomew’s and the Royal London Hospital School of Medicine in 2005 where he also intercalated and obtained a BSc in Molecular Therapeutics. His training in General Medicine took place in various London hospitals and he gained Membership of the Royal College of Physicians in 2010.
Dr Sheraz is on the specialist register and his interests include skin cancer, skin surgery, psoriasis, general adult dermatology, acne and allergy. He regularly provides teaching and lectures to undergraduates and post graduates and has been an examiner for the dermatology section for medical students at King’s College Hospital.
Childs Farm: How best to look after your child’s skin
Anyone with children will know how susceptible little ones are to skin conditions. Whether it’s nappy rash, eczema or cradle cap, kid’s skin is much more sensitive to rashes, itches, and dryness. Being a parent is time-consuming enough without having to research all of the skin conditions that your child could be experiencing, that’s why we collaborated with Childs Farm and were joined by Dr Jennifer Crawley, to bring you a webinar jam-packed with all of the info you need as a parent.
Dr Crawley is a medical and surgical specialist in both paediatric and adult dermatology. Her expertise covers general dermatology and skin cancer patients, this wide range of knowledge means she is an exceptionally sought-after dermatologist. Having achieved MRCP and MRCP Dermatology certifications, she now acts as Lead Clinician for the paediatric dermatology service at University College Hospital and treats with severe skin conditions. As well as being a dedicated clinician, Dr Crawley has particular interests in research, teaching and leading audit projects which support her clinical work.
From how much time to spend in it to how its rays affect our skin, sun and skincare is a hot topic! In this webinar, Dr George Moncrieff will be sharing his expertise in responsible sunlight exposure. He will take you through the science behind human skin and sun and cover topics including skin cancers, vitamin D deficiency and sun tanning. Read talkhealth meets...Dr George Moncrieff
Dr George Moncrieff
Clinical Lead for a Community Dermatology Service, FRCP FRCGP
Dr George Moncrieff was a GP in Bicester from 1985 until 2017 when he retired from his NHS practice. He, is now the Clinical Lead for a Community Dermatology Service in South Birmingham. From 1999 until he retired, he ran an ‘Interface Dermatology Service’, receiving referrals from around 50 GPs in North Oxfordshire. He's a past examiner for the Diploma in Practical Dermatology in Cardiff, as well as the Diploma in Child Health. He was the RCGP Dermatology Curriculum Guardian from 2010 until 2014, Chair of The Dermatology Council for England from 2014 until July 2018 and a PCDS Committee Member from 2005 until 2018. He is also a Primary Care Advisor to the National Eczema Society. Read talkhealth meets...Dr George Moncrieff
We had the pleasure of welcoming Dr George Moncrieff to our webinar series. With over 35 years of focusing on dermatology, his knowledge of skin and steroids combatted our confusion. The webinar covered all bases, from why eczema occurs to immune modulator treatments and George's insights into how of topical steroids can be misused. If you or someone you know lives with eczema, this is a must-see! Read talkhealth meets...Dr George Moncrieff
Dr George Moncrieff
Clinical Lead for a Community Dermatology Service, FRCP FRCGP
Dr George Moncrieff was a GP in Bicester from 1985 until 2017 when he retired from his NHS practice. He, is now the Clinical Lead for a Community Dermatology Service in South Birmingham. From 1999 until he retired, he ran an ‘Interface Dermatology Service’, receiving referrals from around 50 GPs in North Oxfordshire. He's a past examiner for the Diploma in Practical Dermatology in Cardiff, as well as the Diploma in Child Health. He was the RCGP Dermatology Curriculum Guardian from 2010 until 2014, Chair of The Dermatology Council for England from 2014 until July 2018 and a PCDS Committee Member from 2005 until 2018. He is also a Primary Care Advisor to the National Eczema Society. Read talkhealth meets...Dr George Moncrieff