This event is made possible by sponsorship from industry organisations, including pharmaceutical companies. RCPCH independently curates the programme to ensure high-quality, balanced and unbiased content. Sponsors have no influence over the scientific content. Sessions that include input from sponsors will be clearly identified on the programme.

Sustainable paediatric prescribing: Beyond the prescription pad

Time slot
Monday 11 May 2026 - 11:00-12:15
Room
Hall 10A
Session type
Workshop

About this workshop

This workshop offers a practical approach to sustainable paediatric prescribing aimed at enhancing knowledge, considering the global impact of pharmaceuticals and the wider impact of prescriptions.

  • Build knowledge with a case study, demonstrating the challenges and opportunities for sustainable prescribing
  • Demonstrate a holistic approach to sustainable prescribing, unlocking co-benefits for children’s health, affordability, and climate mitigation
  • Explore opportunities for discussing medicines with CYP and support effective communication in clinical practice
  • Explore how paediatricians, pharmacists, and GPs can work with industry to contribute to the development of sustainable medicines, taking into account the specific needs of children

Speakers

  • Dr Helena Clements, Officer for Climate Change, RCPCH
  • Mr Stephen Tomlin, Consultant Pharmacist, GOSH
  • Dr Sheuli Porkess, President, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine
  • Dr Susan Tansey, Independent Pharmaceutical Physician, RCPCH/NPPG Medicines Committee
Big picture: Global, sustainability and climate Clinical: General Health service delivery, management, patient safety, QI, EDI, prescribing and technology