Podiatry 2024

The 2024 conference on the theme, Revitalising your sole, wellness and resilience, was held in Harrogate from 28-30 November.

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Conference photograph gallery

Over the three days of the conference, the Royal College of Podiatry welcomed over 1,200 people to the Harrogate Convention Centre for a full programme of presentations, workshops and a two-day exhibition.

Annual Conference and Exhibition 2025

Save the date
We are pleased to announce that next year's Annual Conference and Exhibition will be held in Glasgow from 20-22 November 2025 at the SEC.

Conference programme and handbook

 The Conference programme and handbook have been finalised and can be viewed or downloaded below.

Podiatry 2024 sponsors

Website_Sponsor_Algeos

Silver sponsor:
Algeos

Algeos is a family-run business with care at its heart. Boasting a patient-centric business model and specialising in lower-limb healthcare supplies, materials, and technology, Algeos works closely with both public and private hospitals, clinics, and industry professionals to provide the sector with the best products and services it needs to bolster patient outcomes and improve lives.

https://www.algeos.com

Website_Sponsor_Cuxson_Gerrard

Bronze Sponsor:
Cuxson Gerrard

For 145 years, Cuxson Gerrard has been a leader in research, development and manufacture of products for podiatry and medical use.

They manufacture/supply: Hapla paddings and strappings, Haplawave, Haplabase orthotics, Hapla-gel, Powerstep orthotics, Cryospray 59, Protex Face Masks, Gehwol – foot and leg skincare moisturising preparations.

https://www.cuxsongerrard.com/

Featured speakers

The Annual Conference features some of the biggest names in UK and international podiatry, as well as a stellar line-up of keynote speakers. We select our speakers for their accomplishments within the profession and their relevance to all podiatrists. 

We are pleased to confirm this year's featured speakers. 
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Prof Steve Peters

Professor Steve Peters is a consultant psychiatrist, bestselling author and CEO of Chimp Management Ltd

Find out more about Steve here

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Dr Caroline Ellis-Fortey

Caroline will be speaking about the medical team role in mental health - how elite football research relates to podiatric practice.

Find out more about Caroline here
Speaker_3_Sina

Sina Kahen

Sina is a specialist in AI and will be speaking on AI in healthcare: the hype versus the reality.

Find out more about Sina here

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Dr Nicky Keay

Plenary speaker, Dr Nicky Keay, will be speaking about the menopause.

Find out more about Nicky here
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Emma Livingstone

Emma is the Founder and CEO of Up – The Adult Cerebral Palsy Movement, which campaigns for better support and services, and to give voice to, the adult Cerebral Palsy community.

Find out more about Emma here

Speaker profiles

We are delighted to welcome speakers from a wide range of backgrounds to Podiatry 2024. Some are new to our conference, while others are popular speakers from previous years that we've invited back to speak again.
 
Find out more about them in the profiles below.
Queens Suite (conference)

Speaker profiles A - E

Speakers are listed alphabetically by surname.

View the speaker profiles here

Auditorium and entrance 1

Speaker profiles F - N

Speakers are listed alphabetically by surname.

View the speaker profiles here

Main Auditorium (in use)

Speaker profiles O - Z

Speakers are listed alphabetically by surname.

View the speaker profiles here

Demo zones

Companies showing off their products in the demo zone in the Exhibition Hall include:

Ruck UK, Tinexyl Pro, Emblation, Algeos, Talar Made, Sidas UK, ABMPi and Firefly.

Social media ambassadors

We're excited to introduce this year's four social media ambassadors who will bring the conference buzz to life online.
While not everyone could join us in person, Michelle, Ian, Khadija and Kathryn are here to keep you connected. Passionate about podiatry, they'll be sharing insights from our plenary and concurrent sessions across their channels throughout the event.

Stay tuned for their thoughts, ideas, and highlights.

Follow all the action from the conference at #Podiatry2024

Social Media Website Panel_1_Michelle

Michelle Reynolds

Michelle has a keen interest in dermatology and has undertaken extensive postgraduate studies in this area. Leading her private practice in Stockport, Michelle and her team can regularly be found at CPD events around the country.

X: @mrpodiatrist
Facebook: @mrpodiatrist
Instagram: @mrpodiatrist
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-reynolds-55891411a

Social Media Website Panel_2_Michelle

Ian Sadler

Ian is passionate about the mechanics of the body and can regularly be found speaking on clinical biomechanics and orthoses to many professions. A former member of the Army, Ian retrained as a podiatrist and runs a successful private podiatric practice in Norfork.

Facebook: @UKBiomechanics
Instagram: @ian_sadler_bx
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/ian-sadler-4ba39a1a/
YouTube: @BxClinicUK

Social Media Website Panel_3_Khadija

Khadija Sheriff

Khadija is a first year undergraduate student at the University of Salford. Her special interests are podiatric sports medicine and surgery.

Instagram: @_ksheriff 853

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Kathryn Tyler

With over 20 years' experience in the private sector, Kathryn is an experienced generalist who regularly shares top tips on her social media to help the public navigate their foot health needs.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088008353844
Instagram: @footsmithspodiatry

Trade exhibition

Our exhibition is one of the largest podiatry events in Europe. Taking place over two days, it is the highlight of the year for many podiatrists, podiatric surgeons and students. This year, the exhibition will be open at the following times:

Thursday 28 November: 09.00 - 18.30
Friday 29 November: 08.00 - 16.00

How to get involved in our next conference

There are many ways to get involved in the annual conference. The Royal College of Podiatry wants to secure the very best speakers in the field and showcase every element that the profession has to offer.

Speakers

By having access to the many varied networks of practising podiatrists, the annual conference always features high-quality speakers and session leaders; but we are always looking for new, dynamic and interesting speakers to lead concurrent sessions, talks and plenaries. If you think that's you, get in touch by emailing conferences@rcpod.org.uk.

Workshops

Do you think that you could lead a workshop at the annual conference?

Whether it's demonstrating a new and emerging product, or leading a practical demonstration session, get in touch with us and let us know your ideas by emailing conferences@rcpod.org.uk.

Disclaimer

Filming and photography at Podiatry 2024

Consent
By attending the event, you agree to be photographed, filmed, or recorded. You also give your permission for the event to use your media in their publications, promotional material, and other communications channels.

Use of media
The RCPod may use the media for marketing, publicity, or other purposes. This could include social media, websites, brochures, newspapers, magazines, and more.

Opting out
To opt out:

  1. Please approach the photographer and videographer and say that you do not wish to be photographed or recorded. This is so that they can identify you.

  2. Please contact the RCPod to confirm that you want to be exempt from being photographed or filmed, or if you have any concerns. Please email conferences@rcpod.org.uk or speak to a member of the reception desk, where you will be asked to fill out a consent release form. You can also revoke your consent at any time, for example if you were unaware you were being filmed, or if you feel the photos are unflattering.

Product endorsement

The Royal College of Podiatry (RCPod) wishes to clarify that it does not endorse any specific products or services featured at its Annual Conference and Exhibition. While every effort is made to ensure a diverse and informative array of offerings, inclusion in the conference does not constitute an endorsement by the RCPod. Attendees are encouraged to exercise their own discretion and judgment when engaging with exhibitors and traders.

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