Exceptional Satisfaction and Recommendations
Our clients rated us an average of 9/10 for the question: “How satisfied were you with the overall level of service you received?” Furthermore, an impressive 100% of clients surveyed said they would recommend Millbrook Medical Conferences to others.
One Word to Describe Millbrook?
When asked to describe Millbrook Medical Conferences in a single word, clients provided overwhelmingly positive responses. Here are just a few of the words they used:
We are particularly proud of the consistency with which words like “Organised,” “Professional,” and “Excellent” appeared, reflecting our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality services.
A Proactive and Professional Approach
Every client surveyed agreed that Millbrook Medical Conferences is both proactive and professional. This recognition highlights our dedication to anticipating client needs and delivering solutions that surpass expectations.
Valued Feedback and Candid Insights
When asked how we could improve, one client said:
“I can’t criticise the service provided. It is outstanding. Not just in the delivery of the conference, I also value the opportunity to discuss new ideas with the team. I find candid responses to my suggestions very useful.”
At Millbrook, we value every opportunity to improve. We deeply appreciate the constructive feedback provided by our clients and are committed to implementing suggestions to refine our services even further. Continuous improvement is integral to ensuring we remain a trusted and reliable partner for our clients.
Memorable Events and Meaningful Partnerships
Clients also shared additional comments about their experiences working with us:
Other clients praised our efforts in enhancing the diversity of programme content and introducing innovative elements to their courses.
Looking Ahead
As we celebrate these exceptional reviews, we remain committed to maintaining and exceeding the high standards that our clients have come to expect. Millbrook Medical Conferences is proud to be your trusted partner in delivering outstanding medical events, and we look forward to continuing to innovate and elevate the conference experience.
Thank you to all our clients for your feedback and support. Together, we make excellence happen.
We are incredibly proud to share that our Managing Director, Dominic, is taking on the challenge of the TCS London Marathon to raise vital funds for the British Heart Foundation. His motivation is deeply personal, and his efforts will contribute to lifesaving research into heart and circulatory diseases, which claim the lives of 1 in 4 people in the UK.
Dominic’s journey to the marathon is driven by a heartfelt cause. In May 2022, while returning from running Abbott’s annual CORE meeting, he experienced firsthand the devastating impact of heart disease when his wife Sarah’s grandad, Glyn, suddenly passed away at home following a heart attack at the age of 74.
“I’m running for Glyn,” says Dominic. “I work in the Events industry on paper, but in reality, I work in Healthcare—delivering Medical Education events to thousands of healthcare professionals, predominantly cardiologists, as well as pharmaceutical and device companies each year. I see daily the incredible impact these people have, but I’m also aware of the constant challenges they face.”
BHF is the largest funder of research into heart and circulatory diseases in Europe, helping researchers discover new treatments and cures to give people more time with their loved ones. Every donation, big or small, will contribute to this life-changing work.
Dominic adds, “I know times are tough, and I’m not in the business of guilt-tripping anyone into donating. But if you can, please give what you can—whatever amount you choose will make a difference. For me, I felt like I had been the one donating for too long, and now it’s my turn to step up and raise funds.”
Let’s rally behind Dominic as he takes on this incredible challenge! If you’d like to support him and the British Heart Foundation, you can donate here or via the link below.
Thank you for your generosity and encouragement—let’s help make a difference together!
The Future of Medical Conferences: How Technology is Shaping the Way We Learn and Connect
The world of medical conferences is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by rapid advancements in technology. With tools like artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and hybrid event models becoming increasingly accessible, the future of medical events promises enhanced learning experiences, greater inclusivity, and improved networking opportunities for healthcare professionals.
AI: Revolutionising Content Delivery and Personalisation
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way conference content is curated and delivered. AI-powered platforms can analyse attendees’ interests and professional backgrounds to offer personalised session recommendations, ensuring participants derive maximum value from their time at the event.
During conferences, AI chatbots are increasingly used to assist attendees with queries, schedule updates, and navigation, creating a seamless user experience. Post-event, AI tools help organisers gather and analyse feedback, offering actionable insights to improve future events.
Beyond logistics, AI is also making waves in medical education. Tools like predictive analytics and machine learning are being integrated into conference sessions to provide real-time case studies, diagnose conditions, and simulate treatment outcomes.
Virtual Reality: Immersive Learning Like Never Before
Virtual reality is redefining hands-on learning in medical conferences. Attendees can now step into fully immersive VR environments to practice surgical procedures, explore complex anatomy, or simulate emergency response scenarios—all without stepping into a lab or operating room.
This level of interactivity makes learning more engaging and helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application. For instance, medical professionals can use VR headsets to explore a patient’s anatomy in 3D or experience a live surgical demonstration from the surgeon’s perspective.
Hybrid Models: Breaking Barriers to Accessibility
Hybrid conference models, which combine in-person and virtual elements, are setting a new standard for inclusivity. These events allow participants from around the globe to join remotely, significantly reducing barriers such as travel costs, time constraints, and geographical limitations.
For those attending in person, hybrid models enhance the experience with interactive apps that provide access to live streams, Q&A sessions, and networking tools. Meanwhile, virtual attendees can enjoy high-quality video streams, on-demand content, and the ability to connect with speakers and peers through digital platforms.
This dual format ensures that knowledge sharing is no longer confined to a specific location or audience, democratising access to cutting-edge research and professional development opportunities.
The Road Ahead
As technology continues to evolve, the possibilities for medical conferences are virtually limitless. Augmented reality (AR) could soon be used to overlay real-time data during live demonstrations, while blockchain technology might streamline credential verification for CME accreditation.
However, the human element remains irreplaceable. The tactile experience of networking, face-to-face discussions, and the energy of live sessions will always be a cornerstone of medical events. Technology, when thoughtfully integrated, serves to enhance—not replace—these essential components.
Conclusion
The future of medical conferences lies in a harmonious blend of innovation and tradition. By embracing AI, VR, and hybrid models, the medical community can create dynamic, engaging, and inclusive events that meet the needs of a diverse and ever-evolving audience.
At Millbrook Medical Conferences, we are committed to staying at the forefront of these advancements, ensuring that every event we organise leverages the latest technology to deliver exceptional experiences. Whether in-person, virtual, or hybrid, the future of medical events is here—and it’s more exciting than ever.
In a landmark year that saw both a general election and the Summer Olympic Games, Millbrook Medical Conferences successfully organised 56 meetings, bringing together over 30,000 attendees from across the globe. These meetings spanned a variety of specialisms and included in-person, hybrid, and webinar formats.
From bustling metropolises to historic towns, the Millbrook team has clocked up miles, hosting events in iconic locations such as Glasgow, London, Oxford, Birmingham, and Caerleon. In December, we wrapped up the year with four outstanding conferences: BISMICS, BRAIN Conference, the Advanced Cardiac Imaging Course, and the BCIS Structural Day.
As 2025 approaches, we are reflecting on the highlights of the past year.
Millbrook continued its role as the Secretariat for the British Cardiovascular Intervention Society (BCIS), a community of 2,112 active members. In 2024, we organised 18 BCIS conferences, delivering over 70 hours of educational content. These included forums tailored for allied health professionals (AHPs), consultants, and trainees, alongside the flagship Advanced Cardiovascular Intervention (ACI) conference.
This year’s ACI broke records, educating over 1,400 delegates and offering each participant a highly interactive experience through a dedicated app and Education Zone.
Millbrook also deepened its collaboration with Valve for Life UK and the West Midlands Physicians Association (WMPA).
For Valve for Life UK, we managed their website, social media, and a range of internal and external activities. Valve for Life UK aims to increase access to transcatheter heart therapies through various initiatives, including the Your Heart Matters truck tour and webinars. The truck stopped at major cities such as Lancaster and Glasgow. Here’s a breakdown of how many stethoscope checks were performed as part of the truck tour:
For WMPA, we facilitated numerous meetings and worked to expand its membership, fostering greater connections among physicians in the region.
In 2024, we expanded our team, welcoming three talented individuals:
Maisie Splevings joined as an Administration Assistant, working diligently behind the scenes to support conference organisers with tasks such as processing delegate registrations, managing feedback surveys, issuing certificates, and uploading on-demand content to the Millbrook Hub. A proud cat mum, office fashionista, and known for her ever-changing hairstyles, Maisie ensures our delegates have a seamless experience.
Sophie Broomfield, our self-appointed social secretary, became an Executive Conference Manager. With a background in Events Management from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Sophie has honed her skills through roles at The Little Nell in Colorado, Winstanley House, and Coventry University.
Natalie Cornwell-Stevens, another addition to our Executive Conference Manager team, brings over 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical and medical meetings. Known for her love of stationery and her design prowess on Canva, Natalie has managed prestigious events and even mingled with celebrities!
This year, we revived the much-loved Great Millbrook Bake Off, delighting the team with sweet and savoury creations. Highlights included a cheese and onion bread plait, Portuguese custard tarts, and even a giant Mr Kipling French Fancy! Keep up with our culinary adventures on X @MillbrookMed.
In an important announcement, Fiona McDonald shared her decision to step down as Managing Director after more than 30 years of dedicated service. Fiona has been instrumental in shaping Millbrook’s growth, navigating industry shifts, and driving service innovation.
Moving forward, Fiona will continue to lead the administration of BCIS, ensuring continuity and expert guidance for the charity. As of Tuesday 1 October, Dominic Legate took on the role of Managing Director, bringing fresh ideas and a forward-thinking approach to Millbrook’s future.
On 10 December, the Millbrook team participated in a festive initiative to support families in need this Christmas. 11 team members volunteered at the Feed the Hungry UK depot at The Halo Centre in Coventry, where we helped assemble food parcels for local food banks, bringing holiday cheer to those less fortunate.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who supported and attended our conferences this year. Your participation and encouragement have been vital to our success.
From all of us at Millbrook Medical Conferences, we wish you a joyful and safe Christmas. Our offices will close on Friday 20 December 2024 at 3 PM and will reopen on Friday 3 January 2025 at 09:00 AM. We look forward to welcoming you in the New Year!
Millbrook Medical Conferences is proud to share its recent involvement with Feed the Hungry UK, not only to highlight the vital work this charity does in supporting families facing food poverty but also to raise awareness of how others can get involved and make a difference. Encouraged by Feed the Hungry to share our experience, we hope to inspire further support for their mission and the communities they serve.
On 10 December, Millbrook Medical Conferences donated hundreds of essential items and joined the effort to sort and pack food parcels for families in need across Coventry this Christmas.
A team of 11 employees from Millbrook Medical Conferences volunteered at the Halo Centre, a distribution hub operated by Feed the Hungry UK. The centre plays a vital role in delivering food parcels—each containing three days’ worth of nutritionally balanced, non-perishable food—to a network of food banks in the city.
The day began with an engaging 40-minute presentation from Ian Siddall, Global Relationship Manager, of Feed the Hungry UK. He provided insight into the organisation’s mission to tackle hunger, not only in the UK but globally, and shared how they aim to help people transition from survival to stability, sustainability, and eventually, significance.
As well as donating hundreds of pantry essentials, the Millbrook team worked together to sort donations and pack hundreds of food parcels. Each parcel was carefully prepared to meet the needs of households ranging from individuals to families of four.
Volunteer: Offer your time to pack food, sort donations, or provide professional skills.
Donate Financially: Regular monthly donations enable long-term support.
Host a Community Food Pack Event: Organise a NOUR:SH food pack event with your business or community.
Donate Goods: Contributions of food, clothes, and blankets help families in need in the UK and abroad.
Every action counts in making a real difference. Visit Feed the Hungry UK to learn more about how you can get involved.
Millbrook Medical Conferences, a leading provider of event management services to the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, today announces that Fiona McDonald will step down as Managing Director, a role she has passionately held for over thirty years. In a carefully planned transition, Dominic Legate will assume the position of Managing Director effective Tuesday 1st October.
Fiona McDonald has been the cornerstone of Millbrook Medical Conferences since its inception, guiding the company through significant growth, evolving healthcare landscapes, technological advancements, and service expansion. This transition has been thoughtfully curated and gradually executed behind the scenes over the past year. Moving forward, Fiona will continue her work with Millbrook, focusing on leading the administration of the British Cardiovascular Intervention Society (BCIS), ensuring dedicated service and continuity to the charity.
Millbrook began on Fiona’s dining room table while she was on maternity leave with her son, Dominic. Recognising a clear need for the creation and management of medical conferences within the NHS, she combined her organisational strengths and people skills to establish Millbrook Medical Conferences. Since then, the company has grown steadily, now comprising a team of fifteen managing over 50 conferences annually and supporting numerous charities and initiatives. Under Fiona’s leadership, Millbrook has become a trusted partner to healthcare organisations, renowned for delivering high-quality, bespoke medical conferences both in the UK and internationally.
Reflecting on her time with the company, Fiona said, “I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved as a team at Millbrook. It has been a privilege to serve as Managing Director for so many years and to have worked with such talented individuals. I am confident that under Dominic’s leadership, Millbrook will continue to flourish, maintaining the values of excellence and service that have always defined us.”
Dominic, who has been with Millbrook for 10 years in various strategic roles, brings a fresh perspective and a deep understanding of the company’s core mission. Throughout his time at Millbrook, Dominic has worked closely with Fiona, learning the business from the ground up and building strong relationships with clients— the company’s most important asset. His vision is to build on Millbrook’s existing strengths, while also exploring new opportunities for innovation in medical conferencing and event management.
Commenting on his new role, Dominic said, “It is an honour to take on the role of Managing Director at Millbrook. I’ve had the privilege of learning from one of the best, and I’m excited to carry forward the remarkable legacy that has been built. My focus will be on ensuring that Millbrook continues to be a leader in our field, while also adapting to the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.”
This leadership transition marks the beginning of the next chapter in Millbrook Medical Conferences’ growth story, with the company poised to continue delivering world-class service to clients across the medical and pharmaceutical industries.
We’re halfway through the year, and what a whirlwind six months it’s been for us! We’ve been firing on all cylinders, organising a remarkable 25 conferences for healthcare professionals nationwide. We’ve welcomed several new clients and expanded our team with three fantastic new hires.
But it’s not all been hard work – we’ve found time to give back as well, fundraising for the brilliant causes of Red Nose Day and Wear a Hat Day. With the year now at its midpoint, we’re feeling energised, inspired, and ready to take on the second half with the same enthusiasm and creativity that’s defined our journey so far.
Let’s take a moment to celebrate our milestones and look ahead to the future with optimism and determination.
The British Cardiovascular Intervention Society’s Advanced Cardiovascular Intervention (ACI) kicked off the year by bringing together healthcare professionals from across the globe. Working with the British Cardiovascular Intervention Society (BCIS) is always a challenge we relish – we aim to continually raise the bar for each event, and ACI was no exception. We achieved record-breaking attendance, educating over 1,500 professionals, with more than 1,000 attending in person. ACI was broadcast to over 50 countries online, supported by 37 sponsors, and featured a faculty of 137.
We partnered with the British Heart Rhythm Society to successfully launch its Scientific Sessions in Manchester from Tuesday 27 – Thursday 29 February. The event included additional training days such as the Arrhythmia Nurses Day and Hands-on Simulator Training Day both on Monday 26 February, as well as an EP Traces Day on Thursday 29 February, which all received excellent feedback from attendees who appreciated the organised structure and relevant content.
Feedback from delegates included:
March was a month of fundraising for Comic Relief and Brain Tumour Research. On Red Nose Day, Friday 15 March, we did something funny for money by dressing up in red and the team didn’t disappoint turning up in pyjamas, as a chilli pepper and Mario!
On Thursday 28 March, we sported our favourite hats and donated to Brain Tumour Research for Wear a Hat Day. Wear a Hat Day is Brain Tumour Research’s annual event raising money to bring hope to brain tumour patients and their families.
In addition to fundraising activities, some of the team headed down to Newport, Wales, for the SCTS Annual Meeting which attracted over 1,100 delegates. A new client for us, we were brought in to assist the SCTS with attendee registration through the creation of a fully branded website, abstract management, and the creation of a multi-track programme and app. We were also pleased to provide support on the day with badge kiosks and directing delegates.
When asked to provide feedback on the registration process, delegates said:
The team travelled across the nation this month, hosting one online meeting and four in-person meetings in Cardiff, Derby, Oxford and London. Oxford Live, held on Monday 8 – Tuesday 9 April at St Anne’s College, marked its 20th anniversary and bid farewell to Matt Daly as he embarked on new ventures. Following Oxford Live, we organised an evening symposium for the Barts Interventional Group, a BCIS education forum on Bifurcation PCI and Coronary Complications During PCI: A Case-based Learning Opportunity.
In May, we welcomed three new team members: Maisie Splevings, Sophie Broomfield and Natalie Cornwell-Stevens. Their fresh energy and perspectives are already making an impact.
During Star Wars month, Dominic Legate and Lizzie Head were invited to the Vascular Perspectives’ Impactful Presentations and Impactful Speaking Courses in Birmingham. The Impactful Presentations Course had been carefully designed for healthcare professionals but consisted of invaluable information for people giving presentations in any industry. It focused on moving away from ‘Death by PowerPoint’ by making presentations more succinct whilst delivering the intended message in an engaging way.
Our Managing Director, Fiona McDonald was invited to give a short presentation at the 20th-anniversary meeting of Chronic Total Occlusions: An Introduction to CTO PCI where she reflected on its legacy, which involved the late Professor Tony Gershlick.
June was packed with back-to-back conferences, starting with the BHRS EP Traces Day and culminating with the London Arrhythmia Summit. Over five days, we organised five conferences, welcomed 305 delegates and 54 faculty speakers, heard 68 talks and covered 1,884 miles.
Additionally, Tilly, Sarah, Natalie and Sophie represented us at The Meetings Show in ExCeL London from Wednesday 19 – Thursday 20 June, participating in presentations on marketing trends and AI and networking opportunities.
Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to more milestones, learning and incredible experiences together!
Millbrook Medical Conferences is delighted to welcome three new team members and announce internal promotions for hard-working staff.
In May 2024, Shalome Quailey was promoted from Assistant Conference Organiser to Conference Organiser. Since joining in April 2023, Shalome has provided support and managed many meetings from start to finish successfully, including Yorkshire Cardiac Rhythm Management, Newcastle TAVI, Return of the Scaffold – Is Bioabsorbable Back? and more.
Shalome is currently working on a mix of meetings in interventional cardiology and adult congenital heart disease and echocardiography, including TransPennine PCI, Bifurcation Left Main Therapy, Bristol ACHD Echo and the BCIS Coronary Intervention Trainees Course.
Millbrook welcomed three new team members in May 2024, who have already hit the ground running! Maisie Splevings has joined the team as an Administration Assistant, bringing over a decade of experience in administration and customer service. Maisie works incredibly hard behind the scenes, supporting each professional conference organiser with general administrative duties. Her tasks include accepting and processing delegate registrations, creating feedback surveys, issuing certificates of attendance, adding on-demand content to the Millbrook Hub and ensuring all delegates receive the necessary information to attend Millbrook’s meetings.
Sophie Broomfield was the second of three to join the Millbrook team. Sophie was brought in as an Executive Conference Manager, taking on several of Millbrook’s in-person, hybrid and online meetings. Fresh from studying Events Management at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Sophie landed an internship at The Little Nell in Colorado, then moved on to work as an events manager at Winstanley House, C&W Chamber of Commerce and Coventry University. Sophie is currently organising Practical IVUS and OCT, the Lower Limb Endovascular Symposium and Leeds Calcium, bringing energy, enthusiasm and fun to everything she does. When Sophie isn’t managing conferences, she enjoys cycling, playing golf and netball and visiting her family in Wales!
Millbrook’s most recent recruit, Natalie Cornwell-Stevens, has joined the team as an Executive Conference Manager. With over 10 years of experience organising impactful and important pharmaceutical and medical meetings and mingling with celebrities at prestigious award ceremonies and conferences, you know you’re in safe hands with Natalie! She spent five years in Spain before going onto study Events Management at the University of Derby. A Canva whizz and dog mum, Natalie is passionate about marketing and is working on the organisation of the new and exciting PPCI Course, Shockwave Fellows, the BCIS Cardiac Physiology Catheter Lab Course and Complex High-risk Indicated Patients.
Look out for Maisie, Sophie and Natalie at Millbrook’s upcoming conferences!
Millbrook Medical Conferences, one of the UK’s leading facilitators of high-quality medical education, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Millbrook Hub app.
Initially launched for desktop users in August 2021, the Millbrook Hub is a free-to-use streaming service that features all of Millbrook Medical Conferences live and past conference content from the last two years. Now available as an app for Android and iOS users, accessing over 100 hours of medical education at your fingertips just got even easier.
From cardiology and interventional cardiology to vascular surgery, neurology and everything in between, 6,383 healthcare professionals currently use the Millbrook Hub to get their fix of first-class medical education.
Whether you want to relive your favourite moments, make sense of your notes, or were unable to join us face-to-face, the Millbrook Hub is the place to go to catch up on conferences gone by, no matter when and where you are.
Speaking of the launch of the Millbrook Hub app, Dominic Legate, Director at Millbrook Medical Conferences, said:
“We are very excited to be launching the Millbrook Hub app on the App Store and Google Play Store. Our live and on-demand educational content is now more accessible than ever with healthcare professionals able to access the Millbrook Hub quickly and easily whether they are at home, hospital, or on the move.”
The Millbrook Hub app boasts the same features you have come to know and love from the desktop version. You still have the option to use the live chat function, participate in live polls and skip ahead to specific talks and live cases for a tailored learning experience. Free from pesky ads, interactive and simple to use, achieving your educational goals in a way that fits around your busy lifestyle just got even easier.
The newest arrivals to the Millbrook Hub include:
The Millbrook Hub is proving to be a valuable resource among healthcare professionals with 6383 signing up for access since its inception two years ago. Within the last year alone, the Millbrook Hub has received over 60,000 views, equating to approximately 5,000 views a month!
Not got access to the Millbrook Hub? Then you are missing out big time! Access to e-conferences on the Millbrook Hub is for registered persons only. To register for access, please complete the form here: https://millbrook-medical-conferences.co.uk/request-hub-access/ and one of Millbrook’s friendly team members will be in touch with your access details.*
Millbrook welcomes feedback about your Millbrook Hub app experience – please email enquiries@millbrookconferences.co.uk with your thoughts and suggestions.
*Please note: the Millbrook Hub is not open to industry professionals.
In the year England’s Lionesses missed out on glory at the Women’s World Cup and Disney celebrated its 100th anniversary, Millbrook Medical Conferences welcomed four new team members and organised 52 conferences! Of the 52 conferences, 16 were held online and 36 were face-to-face or hybrid conferences – a sure-fire sign the world is getting back to normal after COVID-19. Millbrook Medical Conferences (Millbrook) made its mark in several parts of the UK and abroad, visiting Bristol, Birmingham, London, York and Malta!
Keep reading for Millbrook’s highlights of 2023:
Website
Millbrook started the new year with the launch of a new website (https://millbrook-medical-conferences.co.uk/) to give you the best user experience possible. As we’re sure you’ll agree, the new website is easy to navigate and brimming with information about the 16-strong team, services, case studies, and news, without compromising on the visibility and details available on its conferences. The most notable change is that each upcoming conference has its own identity outside of the Millbrook brand in the form of a fully customisable microsite, created in CVENT.
CVENT
Event management software CVENT gives you greater ownership of your registration with the ability to amend your booking(s) by adding accommodation, additional days of attendance, or optional social events. You can easily add those extras or cancel them entirely at a later date should your plans change. In summary, CVENT makes for a much clearer, quicker and more efficient registration experience.
Millbrook Hub App
Millbrook recently launched the Millbrook Hub app. Initially launched for desktop users in August 2021, the Millbrook Hub is a free-to-use streaming service that features all of Millbrook Medical Conferences live and past conference content from the last two years. Now available as an app for Android and iOS users, accessing over 100 hours of medical education at your fingertips just got even easier.
From cardiology and interventional cardiology to vascular surgery, neurology and everything in between, 6,383 healthcare professionals currently use the Millbrook Hub to get their fix of first-class medical education.
British Cardiovascular Intervention Society
Millbrook continued its work as the secretariat for the British Cardiovascular Intervention Society (BCIS), which currently has over 1,900 active members and is growing day by day. In 2023, Millbrook organised a total of 18 meetings for BCIS, equating to approximately 58 hours of education. The meetings consisted of education forums, a Research Day, an Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Study Day and its flagship conference Advanced Cardiovascular Intervention (ACI). BCIS ACI was another huge success, educating over 900 delegates and allowing every single one of them to participate through a dedicated app and education dome.
Valve for Life UK
Millbrook built on its relationship with Valve for Life as its administrator. Valve for Life aims to increase access to transcatheter heart therapies in the UK through various means, including the Valve for Life UK bus tour and webinars. The bus stopped at major cities such as Blackpool, Brighton, Bristol, Newcastle and Westminster. Here’s a breakdown of how many stethoscope checks were performed as part of the bus tour:
In 2023, Millbrook organised two webinars for Valve for Life, including Streamlining Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation – Lessons from Around the UK and TEER for Mitral and Tricuspid Regurgitation.
New Projects
In addition to its work with BCIS and Valve for Life UK, Millbrook joined forces with the West Midlands Physicians Association (WMPA), the British Heart Rhythm Society (BHRS), and the Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery (SCTS) in Great Britain and Ireland. The Millbrook team is currently working on the inaugural 2024 BHRS Scientific Sessions and SCTS Annual Meeting.
Meet Charlotte Jones, a foodie and Swiftie, who joined the team as a Societies and Associations Administrator in March. Charlotte looks after the British Cardiovascular Intervention Society (BCIS), Valve for Life and WMPA. Charlotte goes above and beyond for BCIS and WMPA members, handling all memberships, queries and registrations with ease and efficiency. She is also responsible for keeping each website regularly updated with the latest news, upcoming events and on-demand educational content.
Shalome Quailey, a ray of sunshine, joined the team in late April as an Assistant Conference Organiser. Shalome manages several Millbrook conferences and webinars, including Yorkshire Cardiac Rhythm Management, Newcastle TAVI, and the Cardiff Echocardiography Course. She also supports the conference team on a wide range of conference-related tasks, adding additional capacity to our team where needed. Whether she’s finding the perfect venue, booking a course dinner, liaising with clinical leads and industry, Shalome does everything with a little song and dance!
Millbrook strengthened its team in June with the employment of Sian Rudkin as an Administrator. Sian is one of three of Millbrook’s administration angels who works incredibly hard behind the scenes to ensure each PCO has everything they need pre- and post-meeting. Amongst many of her varied responsibilities, Sian takes care of event emails, creates and prints badges, ensures all events go through relevant online approval systems and arranges evaluation surveys and certificates of attendance.
Susanne Martin, Millbrook’s newest team member, joined in September as a Conference Organiser. Susanne is responsible for the organisation of several face-to-face and virtual meetings, venue sourcing, booking flights and transfers and liaising with clinical leads, industry, and audio-visual teams.
In addition to our new team members, three team members Rebecca Hopper, Emma Robinson and Sarah Moore went on maternity leave and are due back to work in 2024.
The Great Millbrook Bake Off, Millbrook’s take on Channel 4’s The Great British Bake Off, returned in September. The team was treated to sweet and savoury delights from a ‘Miss Crawley’ caterpillar cake (not to be confused with any supermarket caterpillars, we don’t want to be sued), apple bread, chorizo sausage rolls and more! However, it was Sian’s delectable Miss Crawley caterpillar cake and Mediterranean tarts that won her the coveted wooden spoon. Let’s be honest, when the team saw her bakes, they knew they were in serious trouble!
2023 has been an outstanding year and with many new invitations to tender, 2024 shows promise of being another busy and successful year! Thank you for supporting Millbrook throughout 2023.
