01
Event Location

Join usat East Midlands Conference Centre.

Just a 10 minute drive from J25 of the M1 and centrally located in Nottingham.

With complimentary parking, electric vehicle charging points and convenient rail & tram links.

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02
CPD workshops

Share, progress & achieve with CPD workshops.

Share your stories, progress with your peers, and achieve new accolades, in our collaborative workshops.

03
Networking

Meet fellow  professionals from across the group.

A plethora of opportunities to schmooze with like-minded clinicians from across our family of independent practices and beyond.

An agenda filled with education & entertainment

Maximise Your Marks
8:30am
CPD Points: 0
DO
Author
Miss Sally Bates
Presented by
Miss Sally Bates
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SpecTASKular Master
9:00am
CPD Points: 3 (pending)
DO | OO | CLO | Speciality or IP
Author
Dr Lizzie Bartlam & Mrs Clare Hayes
Presented by
Dr Lizzie Bartlam
Mrs Hayes
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Dealing with the non-tolerance nightmare
9:00am
CPD Points: 3 (pending)
OO | DO
Author
Ms Sameen Qayyum
Presented by
Ms Sameen Qayyum
Mr Niraj Shah
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Screen Wars - Torics Strike Back
9:00am
CPD Points: 3
DO | OO | CLO | Speciality or IP
Author
Miss Monica Duggal
Presented by
Miss Monica Duggal
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WOPEC Foreign Body Removal Accreditation
9:00am
CPD Points: 3
OO
Author
WOPEC
Presented by
Mr Max Halford
Mr Daryl Newsome
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From Daily Life to Diagnosis: Making AI Meaningful in Optical Practice
10:10am
CPD Points: 3 (pending)
DO | OO | CLO | Speciality or IP
Author
Mrs Ashley Robinson
Presented by
Mrs Ashley Robinson
Mr Jason Halsey
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Who wants to resolve a complaint....
10:10am
CPD Points: 2
OO | DO
Author
Mrs Kath Truman & Mrs Gill Twyning
Presented by
Mrs Kath Truman
Mrs Gill Twyning
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OCT Hits and Clinical Bits
10:10am
CPD Points: 3
DO
Author
Mr Jason Higginbotham
Presented by
Mr Jason Higginbotham
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Dry Eye Disease: it's a Charade!
10:10am
CPD Points: 3
DO | OO | CLO | Speciality or IP
Author
Presented by
Purvi Thomson
Ros Mussa
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Communicating with Impact: Enhancing Patient Communication in Practice
11:30am
CPD Points: 3 (pending)
DO | OO | CLO | Speciality or IP
Author
Kari Anne Jahr
Presented by
Kari Anne Jahr
Keri-Leigh Parsons
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GAT Refresher
11:30am
CPD Points: 0
OO
Author
Mr Max Halford
Presented by
Mr Daryl Newsome
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The generation game - Contact lenses for all life stages
11:30am
CPD Points: 3
OO | DO | CLO
Author
Mr Neil Harvey
Presented by
Mr Neil Harvey
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Making facial measurements a reality
11:30am
CPD Points: 3
OO | DO
Author
Dr Alicia Thompson
Presented by
Miss Cheryl Hill
Miss Alexandra Webster
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Shining a light on IPL
2:00pm
CPD Points: 3 (pending)
DO | OO | CLO | Speciality or IP
Author
Mr Darren Taylor
Presented by
Mr Darren Taylor
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Who Wants to be a Optical Millionaire?
2:00pm
CPD Points: 3
OO | DO
Author
Mrs Sofia Fazal
Presented by
Mrs Sofia Fazal
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Exemplary Behaviour = Exceptional Escape!
3:10pm
CPD Points: 3 (pending)
OO | DO
Author
Dr Sam Strong
Presented by
Dr Sam Strong
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Desert Island Dry Eye - If You Could Only Take 8...
3:10pm
CPD Points: 3
OO | DO | CLO
Author
Mrs Mandy Davidson
Presented by
Mrs Mandy Davidson
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Post-Op cataract care: Insights from the Operating Room
4:30
CPD Points: 2
OO
Author
Mr Pedro Muel-Gonzalez
Presented by
Mr Pedro Muel-Gonzalez
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The CyrsThea Maze
4:30pm
CPD Points: 3
OO | IP
Author
Dr Navneet Gupta
Presented by
Dr Navneet Gupta
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Simulated Survivor station - Can you navigate around and survive the tasks
4:30pm
CPD Points: 3
OO | DO
Author
Miss Gaynor Marianne Whitehouse
Presented by
Miss Gaynor Marianne Whitehouse
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When one contact lens size doesnt fit all
4:30pm
CPD Points: 3
OO | DO | CLO
Author
Mr Jim Dickson
Presented by
Mr Jim Dickson
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TBC - Interactive Glaucoma Session
TBC
CPD Points: 3 (pending)
OO | DO
Author
Mr Jonathan Yu
Presented by
Mr Jonathan Yu
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Created by a talented team of optical professionals.

Learn about us
Learn about us

CPD

We will have an eclectic mix of exciting and informative CPD sessions. This unique blend of practical and visionary perspectives promises to both entertain and educate.

Speakers

We are bringing together speakers from around the industry. They'll provide attendees with insights and inspiration that will help them in their own work.

The only conference you need
The only conference you need
The only conference you need
The only conference you need

Networking

With our breakout sessions, you can network with other professionals from across the industry and bounce ideas and questions off other like-minded professionals.

Get to Know Your Peers

It’s not just about the professional side, it’s also the perfect place to make new friends, especially if you’re the type who can chat Optics all day (let’s be honest, if you’re still reading, that’s probably you!).

Get inspired by the  industry greats.

Suppliers at

HG SPA this year

We've got the answers for your questions

Does the venue offer onsite parking?

Yes at East Midlands Conference Centre there is complimentary parking, electric vehicle charging points and convenient rail & tram links.

Are you willing to be a Facilitator?

If you would be interested to support the session with facilitating please let us know. Facilitating does not involve teaching, but rather guiding the conversations to ensure the learning outcomes are achieved. Full training will be provided for those wishing to add facilitation to their repertoire!

Please select yes for 'willing to facilitate' option during ticket selection. Thank you for your support with HG SPA.

How much are tickets?

Ticket prices are:
• Optometrists: £100 (including IP Optometrists)
• Dispensing Opticians: £50 (including CLOs)

What is the Treasure Trail?

Work your way around the supplier exhibition and gain CPD points along the way - Fun and games to be had and prizes up for grab!

Enjoy the entertainment on offer!

Have a question that's not been answered?

Please email the PAG team inbox, PAG@hakimgroup.co.uk We are more than happy to answer any queries!

Venue location: East Midlands Conference Centre, Beeston Ln Nottingham, Beeston, NG7 2RJ