Comprehensive Insights into Sports Injuries

This educational event, held on Thursday, 12th September attracted GPs from the surrounding area, creating a platform for professional growth.

The event was organised in conjunction with the educational charity BGPERT.

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and Specialist Knee Surgeon Mr Neil Bradbury is a knee specialist and nationally acclaimed Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Sulis Hospital. His aim is to get patients with a sporting injury or arthritis back to full function as quickly and simply as possible.

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon & Shoulder Specialist Mr Andrew Chambler is a shoulder specialist surgeon at Sulis Hospital. He leads the Upper Limb unit and sees patients from the south west of England as well as internationally.

The Sports Medicine service is intended to detect sports injuries at the earliest possible stage when it is curable with relatively minor surgery.

Advancing Patient Care

The primary learning objectives were to enhance knowledge in assessing sports and shoulder conditions and determining when to refer patients for specialist care. The event also covered the latest treatment techniques and provided tips, ensuring that attendees gained up-to-date knowledge to offer the best care for their patients.

Sulis Hospital:

Sulis Hospital Bath's commitment to advancing sports and shoulder provision and sharing our knowledge with other professionals ensures that patients have access to the best possible care.

Sulis Hospital is part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust providing care for private and NHS patients. Sulis is one of the first independent hospitals to be owned by an NHS Trust.