BIOS BIOS Events

BIOS AGM 2013 & BIOS 2013 AWARDS (15 June 2013)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 17:30:00 GMT

BIOS AGM & BOSTU AGM incorporating the BIOS 2013 Awards

Location: Apothecaries' Hall, Black Friars Lane, London EC4V 6EJ

Open to all BIOS members (no charge and free refreshments - and drinks reception after awards ceremony).

Notice is given that the AGM for 2013 will be held on this day.

1330 -1400 Arrival Refreshments

1400-1700 AGM (BIOS & BOSTU) Great Hall followed by Clinical Meeting

Provisional programme:

Lawrence Tidbury, 3D Television
Paul Hitchcock, 3 Million Lives -Management of Long Term Conditions
Gail Stephenson, iPads and Eye Pads

BREAK

1715-1800 BIOS Awards Great Hall

1800-1930 Drinks reception

Please register for the event - refreshments will be provided. Please indicate any access or dietary requirements when registering.

BIOS Special Educational Needs (SEN) SIG MEETING (27 June 2013)

Thu, 27 Jun 2013 13:30:00 GMT

BIOS Special Educational Needs SIG Meeting
27th June 2013
York Hospital, Postgraduate Centre

The Practical Approach to the Assessment of Children with

Special Needs and Visual Impairment: Second Clinical SEN SIG Day

Flyer SEN SIG AD June 2013.pdf

Information

YORK hospplan.pdf

YORK howto get here.pdf

YORK Parking and PGMC directions.doc

Programme

9.30 Registration with tea/coffee

10.00 Robert TaylorConsultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist York

Electro Diagnostics

11.00 Cathy WilliamsConsultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist Bristol

Titled to be announced

11.45 Stephen Kill

Eye Care and Vision Regional Manager - South of England

SeeAbility London & the South East

Lunch 12.30 to 1.30

1.30 Pamela Anketell Research Orthoptist Northern Ireland -Autism

2.00 Bridget NicholasConsultant Child Psychiatrist York-Autism

2.30 to 3.30 Workshops

John Saunders Nystagmus Network
Cathy Williams
Pam Bowen & Annette Dillon Orthoptists-

Functional Vision Assessment Tool

3.45 Close of Meeting.

Tea or Coffee

4.00 Business Meetingfor BIOS Special Educational Needs Special Interest Group.

4.30 Close of Business Meeting.

The price includes refreshments and is £25 for BIOS members and £50 for all others.

Please register and pay online, indicating any special dietary and access requirements.

More details are available from Annette Dillon or Pam Bowen.

BIOS Scientific Conference 2013 (05 September 2013)

Thu, 05 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT

BIOS Scientific Conference 2013

Queens University, Belfast, 5/6 September

We are delighted to announce that the venue for the Scientific Conference 2013 is Queen's University, Belfast – in the Titanic City.

Provisional programme

Belfast Programme 180313.pdf

Prices are in line with 2011 rates and also make use of the accommodation nearby

**EARLY BIRD RATES ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL 30th APRIL

Early bird two day conference fee £230 (BIOS member)/ £360 (non-BIOS member)
Early bird one day conference fee £125 (BIOS member)/£190 (non-BIOS member)
B&B Stranmillis Accommodation per night £45
Sight seeing bus tour £15
Gala Dinner £65 (BIOS member)

PRICES FROM 1st MAY

Standard two day conference fee £265 (BIOS member)/ £440 (non-BIOS member)
Standard one day conference fee £140 (BIOS member)/£230 (non-BIOS member)

Remember the feedback from Sheffield 2011?

"This was a fantastic conference. One of the best I have ever attended for content and organisation. Thoroughly enjoyed it."

“All the speakers were excellent and lots of food for thought. Screening was quite a hot topic and will provide some discussion points for our next staff meeting."

You can make sure of your place - and bank a worthwhile "early bird" saving - by booking on-line as soon as possible.

Getting there

The nearest airport for most arriving from England is Belfast City, George Best Airport, a short bus or taxi ride from the University site and close to the City Centre (c.15-20 mins). There are also other flight options from Belfast International Airport, a slightly longer journey from there to the University site (c.35 mins).

The social programme includes a bus tour and informal meal at a local restaurant for those arriving on the evening of the 4th September, taking in such iconic sights as The Titanic Shipyards, Laganside and Waterfront, Belfast Peace Wall and Ulster Museum.

On the night of the 5th September, there will be a gala dinner, with drinks reception and 3-course meal, and some suitable entertainment reflecting the Northern Ireland location and rich cultural heritage.

Put the dates in your diary!

Building on your feedback from last year - we will be using the tiered Lecture Theatre, with state of the art audio visual facilities, at Queen's University so everyone can see and hear the proceedings clearly.

We are using the newly refurbished, single ensuite Stranmillis accommodation which provides exceptional value for money, within walking distance of the conference venue (see picture below).

There are many alternatives if you wish to spend more, like The Wellington Park Hotel, which can be booked separately if required

If you are a potential event sponsor, please go to this page.

BIOS Clinical Tutors Course (23 September 2013)

Mon, 23 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The course is designed for Orthoptists with a minimum of 2 years' full-time clinical experience who are keen to participate in the tuition of undergraduate Orthoptists.

COURSE OUTLINE

Practical help in the planning for clinical placements
Learning methods
Clinical demonstrating
Problem solving teaching techniques
Teaching Aids
Expectation of student competencies
Grading of performance
Assessment construction
Development of reflective practice

The course is held over two days. Lunch, tea and coffee will be provided as part of the course package on both days.

Accommodation is not provided, however there are hotels within easy access of the course venue, either in Birmingham City Centre or on the Hagley Road.

Course Tutors:

Rosie Auld (Head Orthoptist, Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre) and Andrew Fox (Head Orthoptist, University Hospital Coventry)

Course Fee:

£190.00 (Fees must be paid in advance of attendance). There will be a maximum of 21 delegates.

Cancellation policy

Delegates cancelling may:

Substitute a suitably-qualified colleague (please give at least one week's notice before commencement of the course).

Receive a full refund if cancelling on or before 31 August 2013

or they will be liable to:

• Pay 100% of the fee if notice is given on or after 14 September 2013.

NB. The course is NOT designed for those wishing to be Lead Clinical Tutors. Lead Tutors need to undertake an educational course with 3 credit points. Those wishing to pursue Lead Clinical Tutors roles should contact their BIOS Branch Representative for assistance in choosing an appropriate educational course.

BIOS SCOTTISH BRANCH AUTUMN CLINICAL MEETING (01 November 2013)

Fri, 01 Nov 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Scottish Branch Autumn Clinical Meeting

10am - 4pm

St Johns Hospital, Howden South Rd, Livingston, West Lothian EH54 6PP

BIOS Members - £15/ Non - BIOS members £50

Programme to follow

Please indicate any access or dietary requirements when booking

BIOS Clinical Tutors Course (18 November 2013)

Mon, 18 Nov 2013 14:30:00 GMT