To meet the aims of the Health Bill, patient care must be brought out of hospitals and into the community. This offers great opportunities for GP practices to boost income but how can this shift in provision be achieved with many surgeries already overcrowded and no extra funds forthcoming? A BMA survey carried out in 2010 showed that three-quarters of GP practice premises may be unable to meet the needs of patients and now the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has introduced 21 sets of regulatory requirements that must be met if your surgery is to survive. It is essential that any shortcomings in your premises are identified and you take expert advice on your options.
THE ULTIMATE SUMMER OFFER IS HERE. See below for details.
Why attend?
- Gain 6 CPD points by attending
- Learn how the Government's healthcare reforms may affect your plans for premises development
- Discuss opportunities for financing projects with public and private funding streams
- Take home practical tips on how to meet CQC regulations
- Hear from experts in law, finance and construction
Attend this Pulse seminar on Surgery Premises to understand the scale of the challenges ahead and hear about your options for surviving these changes and securing your future.
Who should attend?
GPs and practice managers who:
- Are considering or undertaking a premises project of any scale
- Wish to ensure that their premises will continue to meet the needs of patients
Discuss what the impact of the Health Bill could mean for your premises and take the opportunity to look beyond the immediate challenges to plan your long-term strategy. This year our seminar is co-located with the Future Health & Care Expo, a major new event offering a unique gathering of the leading thinkers and organisations involved in the healthcare building and estates management sector. See www.futurehealthexpo.com for more information.
What is the cost?
Healthcare Professionals
- Early bird rate: £195 + VAT - booking before 4 September
- Standard rate: £225 + VAT - booking after 4 September
Commercial rates
- Early bird rate: £349 + VAT - booking before 4 September
- Standard rate: £399 + VAT - booking after 4 September
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*OFFER IS IN ADDITION TO EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT UNTIL 30 SEPTEMBER.
Agenda
| 08.00 | Registration |
| 08.25 |
Chair's welcome Dr Russell Walshaw chief executive, Humberside Group of LMCs and former chair of the GPC's practice finance subcommittee |
| 08.30 |
The impact of health reforms on surgery premises: a case study on community provision * Bringing services into the community * Where do we facilitate care? * Will premises costs directions remain? * What funding is available? Dr Russell Walshaw chief executive, Humberside Group of LMCs and former chair of the GPC's practice finance subcommittee Dr John Ribchester GP Principal and commissioning lead, Whitstable Medical Practice |
| 09.05 | Q & A on the previous session |
| 09.30 |
Meeting the requirements of the Care Quality Commission * Timeline for meeting the new regulations * Enrolment, registration, validation * Where does the buck stop? * Inspection and assessment * Strategies for successful compliance Graham Knight business development manager, Res Consortium |
| 10.05 |
What LIFT can offer * Is new-build off the table? * What constitutes a conversion? * How to make the best of the property you have * Innovations for access David Pokora executive director, The Lift Council |
| 10.40 | Q & A on the previous two sessions |
| 10.50 | Coffee |
| 11.20 |
Long-term strategy – optimising tax relief and energy savings * Updating existing buildings – offsetting budget against tax * Replacing obsolete systems to reduce energy use * Enhanced capital allowances for sustainable technologies * Tax relief for new build surgery costs; mitigating BREEAM David Rees director, Davis Langdon |
| 12.15 |
Surveying the major challenges * What to do if your surgery is not fit for purpose * Refurbishment and extension * What to look for in new premises * What are your options? * Own or lease – what are your options? * Disposing of old premises * Private sector options John Hearle group director and head of healthcare, Aitchison Rafferty |
| 12.30 | Q & A on the previous two sessions |
| 12.40 | Lunch and networking |
| 13.40 |
Improving the premises you have * Case study of an ongoing extension project * Making the decision to extend * Costing the project and raising money * Setting the timescale * Working with consultants and contractors Julie Grey practice manager and Dr Philip Wood partner, Aldborough Surgery, Norfolk |
| 14.15 |
Securing the financial future of your premises * Lease or own? - respective risks and benefits - maximising your investment -sources of funding -securing your future without surgery ownership * Capital allowance and tax relief * Planning for retirement - exit strategies, merger, sell-out, goodwill - what to do on retirement of a partner Bob Senior director of medical services, RSM Tenon chartered accountants |
| 14.50 | Q & A on the previous two sessions |
| 15.00 | Coffee |
| 15.30 |
Your premises and the law * Lease agreements – flexibility, rent reimbursement, sharing premises, restrictions * Reimbursement – from PCT to consortium? * What can the private sector offer? Sam Hopkins partner, real estates, Capsticks |
| 16.05 | Q & A on the previous session |
| 16.10 | Dr Russell Walshaw summarises the lessons from today's speakers |
| 16.15 | Delegates are invited to join the Future Health & Care Expo in the main hall to speak with experts in construction, architecture and sustainable development and hear the keynote addres |
| 16.30 |
Keynote address Dr Phil Hammond comedian and GP |
This programme may change due to unforseen circumstances. UBM Medica reserves the right to alter the venue or the speakers at any time.
Speakers
- Dr Russell Walshaw chief executive, Humberside Group of LMCs and former chair of the GPC's practice finance subcommittee (Chair)
- Graham Knight business development manager, Res Consortium
- David Pokora executive director, The Lift Council
- David Rees director, Davis Langdon
- John Hearle group director and head of healthcare, Aitchison Rafferty
- Julie Grey practice manager, Aldborough Surgery, Norfolk
- Dr Philip Wood partner, Aldborough Surgery, Norfolk
- Bob Senior director of medical services, RSM Tenon chartered
- Sam Hopkins partner, real estates, Capsticks
- Dr Phil Hammond comedian and GP
Our expert speakers will guide you through the requirements of the CQC and explore the options if your building is not fit for purpose. Hear practical advice from some of the country's top legal and financial advisers and gain insight from leading surveyors and construction consultants.
Exhibitors
- Boots
- Lloyds TSB
- One Medical
- Wesleyan
If you wish to exhibit at one of our seminars please contact Stephen Knowles on 020 7921 8142 or email stephen.knowles@ubm.com
Delegate Testimonials
- "Useful tips on regulations and considerations." Dr Georgiana Cave, GP partner in London
- "Lots of info, thought-provoking." Maureen Phillips, Practice manager in Essex
- "Very useful day indeed." Dr Derek Yull, GP in Suffolk
Delegates attending a previous Pulse Surgery Premises seminar
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