NEWSLETTER. Welcome to the East of England BDA Branch First Newsletter. East of England BDA Branch. Our March Event at Addenbrookes Hospital.

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1 Meet the Committee. Chair: Samantha Jarvis Secretary: Alethea Donnelly Treasurer: Harriet Churchill Website Officer: Jessie Wright Events Organiser Arabella Mason Social Media Officer: Patricia Herbert Student Rep: Malgorzata Szychta PR Officer: Could be you? Check out our Committee Bios on the BDA website Our March Event at Addenbrookes Hospital. Welcome to our first newsletter, Issue 1. Aug 2017 NEWSLETTER East of England BDA Branch Welcome to the East of England BDA Branch First Newsletter It s almost one year since the committee was established and during that time we have enjoyed getting the branch back off the ground, coming up with new ways to engage our members and think we can all say we have learnt a lot. A big thank you to the committee for all their hard work and time they have volunteered to make this possible. Having established a team it was in March that we delivered our first event which went ahead without too many hiccups. We welcomed speakers such as Dalia Maori who provided us with her experience on working with those with IBS and enthused us all with what can be achieved with time and depth in practice. We also had Dr Jeremy Woodward share his expertise on coeliac disease and made us all think a bit differently about how we deliver our care. Our presence on social media has increased with over 400 followers on twitter and we are now busy planning our second event which we hope will be just as successful as the first, which sold out within days! We are looking at new ways to bring our members opportunities to be a part of branch events and are hoping to recruit branch representatives at departments across our region. I would also like to give notice of our AGM that will take place at our next event and is a chance for those who wish to become involved in the committee. All positions are open but we are actively recruiting for a Treasurer and PR Officer. If interested we invite members to complete the attached form and back to us on eastengland@bda.uk.com Sadly Harriet our Treasurer is leaving us as she starts a new position outside the region, we wish her all the best and thank her for her contribution. All committee proposals to be submitted by the 20th September. Finally as ever the branch is here for our members so please us if you have any requests, wishes or ideas, or if you would like to contribute to our newsletters. We are always on the look out to share any interesting work, research or projects our members are involved in. Best wishes Samantha Jarvis (Chair) Our Next Event is on 4th October, Tickets available now on Eventbrite. Follow us on for more event info Interested in becoming more involved in the branch but not a committee role? Become a branch department representative. We are looking to engage our members and think having a representative at each department across the region is a good way to do this. You would help spread the word in your department about what the branch is doing, help us ensure we are doing what our members would like and be a point of contact as we aim to deliver events accessible to all across our region. If interested us on eastengland@bda.uk.com

2 East of England BDA Branch Newsletter Aug 2017 Patient Corner. By Alethea Donnelly RD They told me I am a beast my dad declared after his first visit to slimming world. Of course, what he had been told was that he was obese and this genuinely surprised him. He thought himself just a little overweight. After his angioplasty, he embraced the cardiac rehabilitation (CR) programme that was offered to him post procedure. My dad started to make changes to his diet and lifestyle. He jokingly referred to the cardiac nurses as being like drill sergeants in their nononsense attitude to the changes he needed to make. This approach seemed to work for him as over the next 12 weeks changes were made including, increasing his exercise by walking more and counting his steps using modern technology, stopping smoking a pipe after 55 years and simple but effective dietary changes that lead to a 12kg weight loss. As a dietitian, I was keen to know about our part in the programme and how as a patient he found the dietetic input to the rehab. As seems to be the norm a dietitian came and did a 1 hour talk about diet and healthy eating. He could recount some of the advice given and alongside the advice from his slimming world coach he was receiving the same clear messages for dietary change. He did not feel that the talk alone would have given him the confidence to make all the changes needed. Basically, the one to one was invaluable at this stage in his journey. This got me thinking about the dietitians role in cardiac rehabilitation programmes. How do we know if what we are doing is making a difference? Do we assess how effective we are being? Those all important outcomes? The British Heart Foundation (BNF) produce a report called the National Audit of Cardiac Rehabilitation (NACR), annual statistical report 1 that looks at CR programmes in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The most recent report published in 2016 shows a 50% uptake across the UK of CR. There are 28 programmes in the East of England. The audit looks at services, delivery, uptake and meeting standards and guidelines. There should be pre and post assessment data. An MDT approach is recommended but only 52% of UK programmes have dietitian involvement. The 2016 audit saw a reduction of 5% in dietitian involvement compared to previous years. To encourage further uptake of CR one of the recommendations is that the mode of delivery should be broader than just group based approaches. Does this all mean that we need to start rethinking the dietitians role and how we deliver the healthy eating messages? Something to think about. Are you involved in Cardiac Rehabilitation programmes and trying a different approach that you would like us to share with branch members? Please do get in touch. This article was written with the kind permission of my dad who was happy to share his experience with us. 1. The National Audit of Cardiac rehabilitation annual statistical report Accessed June Cardiacrehabilitation.org.uk/nacr/docs/ BHF_NACR_report_2016.pdf Sharing good practice by: Morgan Serrés, Senior Dietitian morgan.serres@nhs.net I ve been the gastro surgical dietitian at Colchester General Hospital for three years. Recently our outpatient service was TUPE d over to an external provider. This included all general outpatient clinics including my gastro clinic, with the exception of the IBD service which will remain within the acute setting for a six month trial. As a department we felt passionately that this service should remain due to the strong MDT working element, continuity of care and the need for often urgent input. After six months this will be reviewed. In order for the service to remain within the acute setting I plan to audit the service and ensure it is in line with current guidelines 1,2. I attend a monthly IBD MDT and we now offer adhoc appointments within my clinic running alongside consultant and specialist nurse clinics. Patients are then frequently reviewed as inpatients on the surgical and gastro wards as their clinical status changes. This ensures a prompt service and I am currently compiling outcomes of the new service vs the old. This includes changes in referral waiting times, referral source, patient satisfaction questionnaire and patient outcome measures. I welcome contact from other teams as to how they measure outcomes for this patient group as proving service quality becomes increasingly important. 1 Standards for the Healthcare of People who have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 2013, 2 NICE Inflammatory Bowel Disease Quality Standard QS81 If you have a patient story or department project you would like to share please contact us via eastengland@bda.uk.com

3 East of England BDA Branch Newsletter Aug 2017 Want to get more involved with you local BDA branch? Why not join the committee? We are actively recruiting for three volunteer positions within the committee including a PR Officer and Treasurer. These roles are essential to our development as a branch and a fantastic way to learn new skills and meet dietitians and health professionals across the region. As a committee we currently have online evening meetings approximately once a month. None of the positions require any previous experience, just lots of enthusiasm! PR Officer This role allows you to develop skills in marketing, public relations, communication and project management. As PR Officer you will be helping to publicise our future events through print and online resources, help us produce newsletter and ensure our communication is consistent, engaging and relevant. Finance Officer This role will allow you to gain experience in financial management, communication and project management skills. As Finance Officer you are crucial to ensuring we keep the books balanced! You will work closely with BDA Accounts department and be provided with support including the annual treasurers training day which is taking place in October. Sponsorship Officer This role will allow you to develop skills in communication, project management and organisation. You role will include developing sponsorship and partnership proposals for the event by approaching relevant companies and organisations. You will assist the meetings organiser and committee in planning the programme of events and logistics as well as work closely with the finance officer to plan an event budget and help ensure targets are met. For additional information please see the attached job descriptions. Our outgoing Treasurer, Harriet Churchill, gives us her top 3 reasons to be on the committee. 1. Networking 2. Supporting BDA 3. Training and support from the BDA to do the role Thank you Harriet for all your hard work Dietetic Summer Round Up: 1. Updated NICE guidelines CG99 constipation in children and young people diagnosis and management. July Updated NICE guideline NG71 Parkinson s disease in adults. July New/Revised HCPC guidance. June Remember to check out your e-updates, BDA members monthly and BDA evidence and expertise ezine Getting in touch: Follow us on Find us on Facebook BDA East England Branch eastengland@bda.uk.com Topics include blended diets & enteral feeding tube problems.

4 East England Branch of the British Dietetic Association NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Date 04\10\2017 Time Venue 6:00pm West Suffolk Hospital Nominations Form I hereby nominate of for the posts of (Exclude as necessary) CHAIR / SECRETARY / TREASURER / PR OFFICER / MEETINGS ORGANISER / WEBSITE CO-ORDINATOR / SOCIAL MEDIA OFFICER / SPONSORSHIP OFFICER proposed by date seconded by date nominee's signature of acceptance closing date for nominations 20/09/2017 return to: Alethea Donnelly (Branch Secretary) eastengland@bda.uk.com

5 The British Dietetic Association volunteer position PR Officer Role PR Officer, East England Branch Aim of the Branch To act as a source of communication between the BDA and local members. To provide a forum for Dietitians to meet on a regular basis To provide educational opportunities to Dietitians to support Continuous Professional Development. To promote the sharing of information and examples of best practice Promote the role of the BDA in the East England region, including recruitment and retention of members. What this post has to offer As the PR Officer you will have the opportunity to develop and apply a variety of marketing skills. There is significant scope to shape your individual role and branch activities offer the flexibility to try new approaches. The publicity officer will have the chance to get involved in other aspects of the development and delivery of events. Through this position you will gain marketing, communication, public relations and project management skills, which can translate directly into career development. It will also give you an opportunity to work with colleagues across your region, sharing knowledge and skills. Main tasks/responsibilities Publicise branch activities to Branch members, potential BDA members and other BDA members, through existing BDA communication channels such as Dietetics Today, Members Monthly and the website. Ensure Branch members receive regular communication through newsletters, s, etc. Ensure all Branch communication is consistent, engaging and relevant. Ensure all Branch communications have the correct branding and logos, as detailed in the BDA branding guidelines. To work with the BDA Member Services and External Affairs Team in promoting the work of the Branch and the BDA locally, e.g. local media outlets and stakeholders. Level of commitment Committee meetings are held online approximately monthly. There is a varying and flexible amount of work in between times. The Branch aims to hold a minimum of 3 events for members per year, one will include the Annual General Meeting. This position is elected to the role for a two year term of office and should serve no more than two consecutive terms of office. However you can give reasonable notice to end your volunteering if you are no longer able to fulfil your role. Main times of volunteering Committee meetings are usually held in the evening between 7-9pm although this time is flexible depending on what suits the team. Branch events usually take place during on a Wednesday evening and the location at varying venues across the region. Training and support offered The BDA has a designated member of staff supporting Groups and Branches in the delivery of their work. Individualised support can be offered to suit the individual. Branch Handbook, templates and resources. Individual induction, handover and training at convenient location and time for you. Participation at the Groups and Branches networking day (held once a year).

6 The British Dietetic Association volunteer position Treasurer Role Treasurer, East England Branch Aim of the Branch To act as a source of communication between the BDA and local members. To provide a forum for Dietitians to meet on a regular basis To provide educational opportunities to Dietitians to support Continuous Professional Development. To promote the sharing of information and examples of best practice Promote the role of the BDA in the East England region, including recruitment and retention of members. What this post has to offer This is a vital role within the Branch, co-ordinating all financial matters and providing accurate records of all financial transactions. You will work very closely with the BDA Accounts Department, who will provide constant support and training for your role. Through this position you will gain financial management, communication and project management skills, which can translate directly into career development. It will also give you an opportunity to work with colleagues across your region, sharing knowledge and skills. Main tasks/responsibilities Overall responsibility for financial matters, working very closely with the BDA Accounts Department and following the guidance and procedures in the BDA Treasurer s Handbook. Lead the annual budget process, supported by the BDA Accounts Department and work with the committee on planning work and projects, ensuring all planned expenditure and income is budgeted for. Monitor and evaluate the budget on a regular basis, ensuring that any necessary adjustments are put in place with the BDA Accounts Department, as soon as possible. Provide advice and guidance to the committee on all financial matters and ensure projects, events and pieces of work have a budget and are included in the overall group budget. Work with relevant committee members in developing and putting in place required contracts and service agreements, meeting BDA guidance and HMRC rules. Make a presentation of the accounts at the annual general meeting (AGM). Provide accurate records of all financial matters. Submit regular information on the financial activity of the Group to the accounts department in the format of payment and receipt packs. Attends the BDA Treasurers Training Day and annual update workshops. Ensuring a clear handover to the incoming Treasurer and providing details to the BDA Accounts Department. Level of commitment Committee meetings are held online approximately monthly, plus a varying and flexible amount of work in between times. The Branch aims to hold 3 events for members, one will include the Annual General Meeting. The BDA also hold a Treasurers Training Day for new Treasurers. This position is elected to the role for a two year term of office and should serve no more than two consecutive terms of office. However you can give reasonable notice to end your volunteering if you are no longer able to fulfil your role. Main times of volunteering Committee meetings are usually held in the evening between 7-9pm although this time is flexible depending on what suits the team. Branch events usually take place during on a Wednesday evening and the location at varying venues across the region. Training and support offered The BDA has a designated member of staff supporting Groups and Branches in the delivery of their work. Individualised support can be offered to suit the individual. Treasurers Training Day, Treasurers Handbook and continuous support from BDA Accounts Department. Branch Handbook, templates and resources. Individual induction, handover and training at convenient location and time for you. Participation at the Groups and Branches networking day (held once a year).