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Joint Agency Response investigation of sudden unexpected child deaths; how to manage in the Emergency Department and afterwards

Time slot
Wednesday 13 May 2026 - 13:15-14:00
Room
Insight Theatre - Exhibition Hall
Session type
Mini-theatre session

This session provides a practical overview of the Joint Agency Response (JAR) to the investigation of Sudden Unexpected Death in Childhood (SUDIC), with a focus on the role of the Emergency Department and the critical steps that follow.

Speakers 

  • Dr Joanna Garstang - Consultant, Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust
  • Dr Suzi Armitage - Consultant and DDCD, Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust 
Clinical: General