FREE: Pain Assessment & Fibromyalgia Seminar (08/11/25 9:30 – 1PM)

FREE Interactive CPD session with expert clinicians

This one-day seminar brings together leading experts in primary care, MSK, and pharmacy practice to provide practical training on pain assessment, fibromyalgia management, and prescribing challenges.

The seminar is free to attend. To secure your place, a £20 refundable deposit is required and will be returned in full upon attendance.

Speakers

Dr Asim Suleman – GP Trainer, Pain Specialist & Pain Lead, Bradford S&W MSK Service
Born and bred in Yorkshire, Dr Asim Suleman is a GP Trainer, Pain Specialist, and Occupational Health Physician working across Bradford and Leeds. A graduate of Liverpool University (2000), he discovered his passion for pain management 15 years ago when taking over a MSK/Acupuncture clinic. With a Masters in Pain Management and extensive clinical experience, he now leads the Bradford S&W Musculoskeletal Team. Dr Asim is actively engaged in research, education, and guideline development, has worked with ARMA, is a MSK Champion for Versus Arthritis, and previously served as Clinical Lead for Rethinking Pain.

Mr Atif Saddiq – Assistant Professor & Advanced Clinical Practitioner
Atif is an Assistant Professor at the University of Bradford and an Independent Prescribing Advanced Clinical Practitioner in general practice. With a background in academic leadership, digital innovation, and workforce development, he has contributed to national initiatives with NHS England and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.

Mr Mohammed Imran – Advanced Clinical Practitioner & Co-Founder, Pharmacy Foundations
Mohammed is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner and Independent Prescriber with experience across general practice and healthcare service design. As Co-Founder of Pharmacy Foundations, he leads on operations and training programmes while continuing to deliver frontline clinical care.

What You’ll Learn

• Principles of pain assessment in primary care

• Evidence-based approaches to fibromyalgia diagnosis and management

• Hands-on SystmOne prescribing simulations

• Guidance on common prescribing issues

• Practical advice from a multidisciplinary panel

Seminar Agenda

09:30 – 10:00 | Registration, sponsor stalls and networking
10:00 – 10:10 | Introduction & Learning Objectives
10:10 – 10:50 | Pain Assessment
10:50 – 11:00 | Break & Reflection
11:00 – 11:45 | Fibromyalgia: Diagnosis & Management
11:45 – 11:55 | Break & Reflection
11:55 – 12:30 | SystmOne Simulation Case Studies
12:30 – 12:50 | Q&A: Common Prescribing Issues
12:50 – 13:00 | Summary & Feedback

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is ideal for:

• GPs

• Advanced Clinical Practitioners

• Pharmacists

• MSK clinicians

• Healthcare professionals with an interest in pain management and prescribing

📍 Course Details:

• Location: Clayton Hotel, Sweet Street, Leeds, LS11 9AT

• Date: Saturday, 8th November 2025

• Time: 09:30 – 13:00

• Format: Face-to-Face | Interactive | Practical

• Materials Provided: All clinical equipment and course notes included