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.

Working together: Family engagement to prevent and address harm

Time slot
Monday 11 May 2026 - 11:00-12:15
Room
Hall 7B
Session type
Workshop

About this workshop

This interactive workshop explores how paediatric clinicians can better engage with families to prevent harm and respond compassionately when harm occurs. Drawing on real‑world cases and expert insights, we’ll examine communication pitfalls, strategies for empowering families to raise safety concerns, and tools for restorative dialogue after adverse events.

Co‑designed with families affected by healthcare harm, this session offers practical guidance and emotional intelligence to support safer, more transparent care.

Speakers

  • Jonathan Bamber, Head of Quality Improvement, RCPCH
  • Ms Rosi Reed, Freelance consultant
  • Dr Emma Vittery, Clinical Fellow, RCPCH
  • Dr Oliver Rackham, Neonatal Consultant, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Health service delivery, management, patient safety, QI, EDI, prescribing and technology Included for virtual delegates