#MedComms Day 2026: Full Schedule

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4:30am EDT

Enduring Medically Unexplained Symptoms - a 1-day CPD-Approved Multidisciplinary Hybrid Conference (Hosted by Forgotten Patients, Overlooked Diseases Charity)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 4:30am - 9:30am EDT

Hybrid (Online & In-Person)

The Challenge of Enduring Medically Unexplained Symptoms

Invitation to a 1-day CPD-approved multidisciplinary Conference as part of #MedComms Day and National Patient Data Day 24th June 2026 09:30-17:00 BST/London time

What is this all about?
Enduring medically unexplained symptoms are a huge and complex issue for patients, families, and the health service. Billions of NHS resources are wasted as people rotate between different specialties, various tests, and failed attempts at treatment. There is more in a recent ‘Analysis’ paper from our group in the BJGP (https://bjgp.org/content/75/761/579.full).

We will be discussing this problem and trying to find solutions during a 1-day hybrid, CPD-approved multidisciplinary conference (6-CPD points) at the Royal College of Physicians, Regents Park, London on 24^th June (National Patient Data Day). Introduced by the Women’s Health Ambassador, Dame Lesley Regan, we invite you to join us in person or online at this packed, not-for-profit educational event. This is very much a labour of love by those of us who care about the problem. There is no agenda other than bringing different specialities, patients, educators, and health leaders together.

A summary of the topics to be covered and registration link are in the attached flyer. The detailed programme, registration details, and speakers can be seen at: https://canva.link/kq6h1467nya0afe

Do join us, do please spread the word.

Steven

Dr Steven Walker

On behalf of our chair (Dr Adrian Tookman) and members of the ‘Forgotten Patients, Overlooked Diseases’ group
(registered charity number 1202442).

C/O Suite 616, The Shepherds Building,
Charecroft Way
London W14 0EE

www.forgottenpatients.org
Tel: +44 7 55 33 77 871

REGISTER NOW: https://canva.link/kq6h1467nya0afe

Background
Enduring/medically unexplained symptoms (MUS) are a huge problem, with over £3 billion of NHS resources being wasted every year (2008 figures). Further sums are wasted in lost productivity and social costs (~£14 billion), not to mention mental deterioration, family break-ups, and occasional suicides. Approximately 25% of GP consultations do not result in a diagnosis. This is possibly the largest unaddressed medical issue in Western economies.

Speakers

Steven Walker

MedComms Networking

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Wednesday June 24, 2026 4:30am - 9:30am EDT
Hybrid (Online & In-Person)

Additional Events, Hybrid (Online & In-Person)

7:00am EDT

Science That Speaks: Start A Career In Medical Communications (Hosted by MedComms.Jobs)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 7:00am - 9:30am EDT

Online

Science That Speaks: Start A Career In Medical Communications

Calling all UK life science students! If you're completing your degree in 2026 and would be interested in career opportunities in medical communications, this is the event for you.

Join us on #MedComms Day 2026 for the biggest virtual early careers event in #MedComms. On the day, we'll have employers from across the medical communications industry, with presentations about the various career paths, exhibitions, and networking with agency talent teams.

This will be an invaluable opportunity to network directly with experienced professionals and employer recruiters. Previous events have led to multiple job offers and have started the careers of hundreds of professionals in healthcare communications.

This event is being hosted by MedComms.Jobs, a MedComms careers initiative run by pobl. The virtual event will be supported by our friends at Word Monster.

Register today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/pobl1/2203865

Please note: This event is open to UK students ready to commence employment in 2026. If you have questions around visa sponsorship, please discuss options with your university employability departments - this event is primarily to educate about the different career paths available.

Speakers

Tom Davies

Founder & Director, pobl.work

Tom Davies
Tom is pobl.’s founder and was previously talent acquisition director at AMICULUM, an international healthcare communications business. In his 8+ years in medical communications, Tom has helped hundreds of medical writers, account handlers, creative, and business support colleagues... Read More →

Wednesday June 24, 2026 7:00am - 9:30am EDT
Online

Additional Events

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8:00am EDT

Workbook Watercooler: #MedComms Day Edition (Hosted by MedComms Workbook)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am EDT

Online

Happy #MedComms Day! To celebrate, we’re throwing open the doors to all freelancers – whether you’re a Workbook subscriber or not – for a festive catch-up with Eleanor Steele to toast the joys of independent MedComms life. Let’s connect, network, and celebrate everything our brilliant freelance community has achieved so far in 2026!

We'll talk about:

Workbook updates: Eleanor will give a quick update on the year so far in the MedComms Workbook, plus some exciting future plans
Celebrating our 2026 wins and the things we love most about the freelance MedComms life
Networking and connection with new professional friends and familiar faces

The updates portion of the huddle will be recorded and shared in the MedComms Workbook, but then the virtual floor is yours for an open, unrecorded chat!

☕️🫖🍰 Bring along a cuppa (and maybe a slice of something tasty) and let's celebrate together! ☕️🫖🍰

Sign up to join us here: https://community.medcommshub.com/events/BFBE64

Speakers

Eleanor Steele

MedComms Mentor, MedComms Workbook

MedComms Workbook

Wednesday June 24, 2026 8:00am - 9:30am EDT
Online

Additional Events

10:00am EDT

How Experts use Claude for Scientifically Accurate Communications: A Hands-On Masterclass (Hosted by LogicFlo AI)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

Online

Think you have mastered how to use AI effectively AND responsibly? Think again.

In this hands-on masterclass, discover how to transform your Claude workflow from a basic chat interface into a formidable instrument for scientifically accurate communications.

In this session, you'll get:

A walkthrough of Claude's most relevant features for scientific communications

Insider techniques experts use for sharper accuracy, consistency, and clarity

Live demonstrations across real sci-comms use cases

Our complete prompt library and custom skills, yours to keep

Whether you're just getting started or already use Claude every day, you'll leave knowing how to get more out of it.

Register to Join us Online: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DxoDNhE7TzysM9mlq28J8w

Speakers

Arun Ramakrishnan

CTO & Co-Founder, LogicFlo AI

Udith Vaidyanathan

CEO & Co-Founder, LogicFlo AI

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Online

Additional Events

10:00am EDT

RTP Walk-and-Talk: Building Trust in Science (In-person event in NC)

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

In-Person

This event is intended for professionals working in medical communications. We will walk a 1-mile trail at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center and have an open discussion about how we build trust in science through upholding publication standards.

Please respect the confidentiality of fellow participants and avoid sharing proprietary or non-public information.

Attendees assume all risks associated with participation. Event subject to weather.

This is an in-person event.
Participants can register for the event here: https://tidycal.com/kmfren/medcomms-day-2026-rtp-walk-and-talk-building-trust-in-science

We will be meeting in the visitor's parking lot of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (15 TW Alexander Dr, Durham, NC 27713).

Speakers