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RCPsych in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry Conference 2026

Organised by the Royal College of Psychiatrists in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry
Dates29–29 Oct 2026
LocationWrexham, United Kingdom
Trainee£40
CPD5 points
One-day in-person RCPsych Wales old age psychiatry faculty conference in Wrexham with 5 CPD points, resident doctor pricing and a full-day programme across dementia, workforce, capacity and neurology topics.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 21 Aug 2026
At a glance
NetworkingIn-person-only faculty event with a pre-conference dinner expression-of-interest route.View detail

In-person-only faculty event with a pre-conference dinner expression-of-interest route.

Research ValueNo abstract, poster or project submission route was visible on…View detail

No abstract, poster or project submission route was visible on the official event page.

Trainee RelevanceResident doctor tickets are GBP 40 and the programme includes…View detail

Resident doctor tickets are GBP 40 and the programme includes workforce and recruitment content.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
Workforce and recruitmentDementia therapeutics and biomarkersAlcohol and capacity assessmentsDementia care pathway and competence frameworkNeurology for old age psychiatristsTrainee presentations
09:30
Welcome
Welcome and Introductionschair
Prof Sharmi Bhattacharyya
09:40
Keynote
Keynote Addresskeynote
Rhian Bowen-Davies
10:10
Talk
Workforce and Recruitment
Dr Mohan Bhat
10:40
Break
Comfort Break
11:00
Talk
Novel Therapeutics in Dementia/Biomarkers
Dr Bob Barber
12:00
Talk
Alcohol and Capacity Assessments
Prof Julia Lewis
13:00
Break
Lunch
13:45
Talk
Update on The Pathway & Competence Framework for Dementia Care in Wales
Dr Laura-Louise Arundell; Hebah Bhatt
14:15
Presentation
Trainee Presentations
14:45
Break
Comfort break
15:00
Talk
What Old Age Psychiatrists Need to Know from a Neurologist
Dr Rhys Davies
15:50
Prize
Poster Prize
15:55
Close
Thanks and Close
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
PS
Prof Sharmi Bhattacharyya
RCPsych Wales Old Age Faculty
Welcome and Introductions
Keynote
RB
Rhian Bowen-Davies
Older People’s Commissioner for Wales
Keynote Address
DM
Dr Mohan Bhat
RCPsych Old Age Faculty
Workforce and Recruitment
DB
Dr Bob Barber
Newcastle University
Novel Therapeutics in Dementia/Biomarkers
PJ
Prof Julia Lewis
RCPsych Wales Addictions Faculty
Alcohol and Capacity Assessments
DL
Dr Laura-Louise Arundell
National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health
Update on The Pathway & Competence Framework for Dementia Care in Wales
HB
Hebah Bhatt
National Collaborating Centre for Mental Health
Update on The Pathway & Competence Framework for Dementia Care in Wales
DR
Dr Rhys Davies
Consultant Neurologist
What Old Age Psychiatrists Need to Know from a Neurologist
AbstractsCategories and submission guidance
What You Can Submit
oralpostertrainee presentation
Costs & registrationTrainee tickets £40
CategoryPrice
Standard (consultant)£50
Trainee£40
Medical student£40
Conference timeline1 key date
29 Oct 2026
Conference begins
Venue & travelWrexham Medical Institute, 62 Croesnewydd Rd, Wrexham LL13 7YX · Wrexham
NotesOfficial page links to map/directions and states the event is in-person only.
VenueWrexham Medical Institute, 62 Croesnewydd Rd, Wrexham LL13 7YX
MedicMess tips2 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • Book early if travelling to Wrexham; the event is not recorded or livestreamed.
  • Resident doctor, SAS, retired and foundation doctor rates are listed at GBP 40.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

This RCPsych Wales faculty meeting is a one-day, in-person old age psychiatry conference at Wrexham Medical Institute. The official programme PDF gives a full 09:30-16:00 timetable, starting with Prof Sharmi Bhattacharyya and a keynote by Rhian Bowen-Davies, Older People’s Commissioner for Wales.

The programme then covers workforce and recruitment, dementia therapeutics and biomarkers, alcohol and capacity assessments, the Pathway and Competence Framework for Dementia Care in Wales, trainee presentations, and a neurology update from Dr Rhys Davies. There is also a poster prize slot near the end of the day.

Fees are visible on the RCPsych event page: core, higher, foundation, retired and SAS doctors are GBP 40, consultants are GBP 50, and non-members are GBP 60. The page states attendees will receive 5 CPD points, subject to peer approval. The page does not publish an abstract submission specification or deadline for this event, despite the programme including trainee presentations and a poster prize.

Frequently asked
When is RCPsych in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry Conference 2026?
RCPsych in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry Conference 2026 takes place 29–29 Oct 2026 in Wrexham Medical Institute, 62 Croesnewydd Rd, Wrexham LL13 7YX, Wrexham.
Where is RCPsych in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry Conference 2026 held?
RCPsych in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry Conference 2026 is held at Wrexham Medical Institute, 62 Croesnewydd Rd, Wrexham LL13 7YX, Wrexham, United Kingdom.
How much does RCPsych in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry Conference 2026 cost?
Registration is £40 for trainees, £50 standard.
Is RCPsych in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry Conference 2026 CPD accredited?
Yes — RCPsych in Wales Faculty of Old Age Psychiatry Conference 2026 is CPD accredited (5 CPD points).
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