Today is National Fitness Day led by @_ukactive Staying active before surgery can reduce the risk of postop complications by up to 50%. As one of our top 7 interventions, visit our dedicated page on how to support patients to exercise before surgery. 🔗https://shorturl.at/CHFBv

Our @cpoc.bsky.social is looking for its next Patient Lead🙌 This is a voluntary leadership role, where you’ll: ▶️Work with the CPOC Board ▶️Ensure the patient voice is heard If you know someone who may be interested in this opportunity, share this link 👉 ow.ly/1FS950WKj0x #AnSky #Medsky

Listen to the joint @rcoanews.bsky.social and CPOC Patient Safety in Perioperative Practice 2025 Prize Winner Podcast. Hear from Dr Hattie White as she discusses her work with CPOC Director @totallytigers.bsky.social and former CPOC Fellow @claire-frank.bsky.social Listen here: shorturl.at/cmUzH

With #Stoptober approaching, it’s a great opportunity to support patients to quit smoking. The WHO showed that stopping smoking reduces the risk of postoperative complications by up to 50%. Every conversation counts. View our resources: shorturl.at/amDUK

Exercise Physiologists are playing an increasing role in clinical care, particularly in Prehabilitation and CPET. ➡️Pathways into these roles remain variable. CPOC invites you to help shape a proposed Level 7 qualification. Closes: 29 October 2025. 🔗 shorturl.at/XN7aq

Preparation before surgery is important 👍 Our @cpoc.bsky.social team leads the way in helping patients optimise their health pre-surgery. The Seven Interventions Hub provides resources for a wider pathway approach. Read more in the Bulletin 👉 ow.ly/hC5z50WBjci #AnSky #MedSky

The @rcoanews.bsky.social has been commissioned by @hqip.bsky.social to deliver the first National Clinical Audit in perioperative Care (NCAPC) with the support of CPOC. The RCoA CR&I are now recruiting for two clinical co-leads to oversee this work. Closing: 01 October 2025 shorturl.at/hYNn6

Great talk by Clare Frank about preparation for surgery at #CPOCLeads25. Reduces complications by up to 50%. Resources open access at www.cpoc.org.uk/guidelines-a... @cpoc.bsky.social

We are delighted to endorse the new @thisinstitute.cam.ac.uk perioperative care framework and core indicators. ➡️A major step forward in measuring and improving the quality and safety of surgical care. ➡️The framework and measures were developed in collaboration with patients, carers and staff.

Nearly 10 million people have surgery every year in the UK – how do we ensure quality care before, during & after? We asked patients, carers & staff to help develop an evidence-based framework. View the framework, with its 10 categories & 28 core indicators: ths.im/3IV6gbk

This morning Professor Denny Levett CPOC Direct-elect welcomes our Perioperative Leads Network to the #CPOCLEADS25 at the @rcoanews.bsky.social in London. Today we will be going through a programme of rapid presentations from our leads to share best practice in perioperaitve care.

Our @cpoc.bsky.social is looking for its next Patient Lead 🙌 This is a voluntary leadership role, where you’ll: ▶️Work with the CPOC Board ▶️Ensure the patient voice is heard If you know someone who may be interested in this opportunity, share this link 👉 ow.ly/1FS950WKj0x #AnSky #MedSky

We are delighted that @rcoanews.bsky.social, with support from @cpoc.bsky.social, has been commissioned by @hqip.bsky.social to deliver the first National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NCAPC). We will be supporting the RCoA to reduce variation in best practice standards in periop care.

The @rcoanews.bsky.social Centre for Research and Innovation (CR&I) supported by CPOC has been commissioned to lead the National Clinical Audit of Perioperative Care (NAPOC). The CR&I is recruiting for co-clinical leads for this work. ➡️One anaesthetic lead ➡️One surgical lead shorturl.at/cXhxU

Join us for our upcoming webinar celebrating the WHO's World Patient Safety Day 2025! This webinar will focus on the importance of system design in helping to ensure safety for neonates and children. Register here: https://bit.ly/4g5MztV

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Our suite of resources on Improving Behaviours in Perioperative Care aim to improve team culture, wellbeing, and patient outcomes across periop care. ➡️Online resources hub ➡️Infographic ➡️Poster 🔗https://shorturl.at/fPhjp

The BSLM are hosting a free webinar on all things @cpoc.bsky.social and Prehabilitation. Join @docsunil.bsky.social and CPOC Deputy Director @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social on how lifestyle changes can transform surgical recovery. 📅03 September 2025 19:00-20:00 More info: shorturl.at/DchNq

We are recruiting for our next CPOC Patient Lead to ensure the patient voice is at the centre of our work. ➡️Join the CPOC Board ➡️Lead a team of patient reps Closing: 28 September 2025 Info: shorturl.at/AL0VV

What have we at @cpoc.bsky.social been up to over the past year? We are pleased to share CPOC’s Key Achievements 2024–2025. ➡️ A summary of our work and progress over the last year across clinical guidance, policy, workforce support, and public engagement. 🔗 shorturl.at/z9nZl

“It’s not easy to take action, but we must speak up.” 🗣️ Read how an RCN member stood up to a racially insensitive comment in the workplace, and how they are encouraging other nursing staff who experience bullying or harassment to report it. ⬇️

This link from @cpoc.bsky.social has nice videos from Joe Wicks @thebodycoach.bsky.social for people preparing/waiting for surgery. @jkdhesi.bsky.social @gerisoc.bsky.social @britorthopaedic.bsky.social

Are you interested in representing the patient voice on the CPOC Board and leading a team of patient reps? We are now recruiting for our next CPOC Patient Lead to ensure the patient voice is at the centre of our work. Closing: 28 September 2025 Info: shorturl.at/AL0VV

The public consultation for our draft Multiprofessional Capability Framework in Peiroperative Care closes soon on the 29 August 2025. There is still time to share your thoughts. Visit our website for more info on the framework and to provide feedback➡️https://shorturl.at/fZ43q

Please read this NEW Behaviours Carter from @afpp.bsky.social. Download it here: www.afpp.org.uk/about/afpp-b.... It's lovely to be at #AfPPANC2025 for the launch (and to speak). Endorsed by @cpoc.bsky.social and @civilitysaves.bsky.social. Please share. And use. #NHS

We are proud to endorse the newly launched @afpp.bsky.social AfPP Behaviours Charter. ➡️Evidence-based framework with clear expectations for professional behaviour across the periop team. ➡️Places civility, empathy & respect on par with clinical excellence. Find out more: shorturl.at/V11Zl

Active preparation for surgery and involvement in postoperative recovery creates better outcomes for patients. Our patient leaflet and clinical resource explain how to support patients to actively prepare for surgery and postop recovery. More info: shorturl.at/d7RVc

Today is Cycle to Work Day 🚴 Perioperative optimisation and preparation for surgery, can reduce postop risk and complications by up to 50%. Exercise is one of our key top 7 seven interventions. View our exercise resources to help support patients: shorturl.at/dCyk6

In July we launched our suite of resources on Improving Behaviours in Perioperative Care. These key tools aim to improve team culture, wellbeing, and patient outcomes across periop care. ➡️Online resources hub ➡️Infographic ➡️Poster Find out: shorturl.at/fPhjp

We’re delighted to welcome our new CPOC Fellow, Dr Alex Isted to the team. As CPOC Fellow Alex will be working with us to support improvements in perioperative care and help drive forward collaborative, patient focused initiatives across the UK. Welcome to the team @alexisted.bsky.social

Last week we launched our suite on resources on Improving Behaviours in Perioperative Care. These key tools aim to improve team culture, wellbeing, and patient outcomes across periop care. ➡️Online resources hub ➡️Infographic ➡️Poster Find out: shorturl.at/fPhjp

August is National Wellness Month! 🌿 Mental and physical wellbeing are vital before surgery. Good preparation can lower the risk of complications and support recovery. Explore our top 7 resources to help patients get surgery-ready: shorturl.at/aZoUU

The 6th PQIP report from the 24-25 cohort has been published by @rcoa-cri.bsky.social. ➡️Patients undergoing major non-cardiac surgery ➡️5,794 episodes studied ➡️Measures complications & outcomes ➡️Sustained improvement across 4 key areas Read: shorturl.at/ljIwK

Read our joint @cpoc.bsky.social @gerisoc.bsky.social Guideline for Perioperative Care for People Living with Frailty Undergoing Elective and Emergency Surgery. ➡️Whole pathway approach ➡️Highlights tools and resources ➡️Multidisciplinary Info here: shorturl.at/3dXoT

The public consultation for our draft Multiprofessional Capability Framework in Peiroperative Care closes 29 August 2025. We want to hear from you. To find out about the framework, who it is for and how to provide your feedback, visit our website ➡️https://shorturl.at/fZ43q

Yesterday we launched our suite on resources on Improving Behaviours in Perioperative Care. Read our latest blog from @rcsed.bsky.social CPOC Board Representative Anna Paisley on RCSEd Resources to Complement our Initiative. Read here: shorturl.at/mrbvI

Today we have launched resources on Improving Behaviours in Perioperative Care. Our infographic details WHY and HOW organisations and individuals can improve behaviours across periop care. Created with @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social @rcsed.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk @afpp.bsky.social shorturl.at/fPhjp

Our Centre for Perioperative Care @cpoc.bsky.social has curated a set of resources to support good working culture in the perioperative team. The resources will help individuals & organisations improve behaviours & support staff retention & patient safety. Take a look👉 ow.ly/p87r50Wtg75 #medsky

Today we have launched a suite of resources on Improving Behaviours in Perioperative Care. These key tools aim to improve team culture, wellbeing, and patient outcomes across perioperative care. ➡️Online resources hub ➡️Infographic ➡️Poster Find out: shorturl.at/fPhjp

CPOC Director @totallytigers.bsky.social opens day 2 of @ebpomconf.bsky.social 2025 talking on all things CPOC. We develop resources to support clinicians and patients using a whole pathway approach to improve patient outcomes and reduce postop risk. Guidelines and resources: shorturl.at/J0McP

Are you attending @ebpomconf.bsky.social in London 08-10 July 2025? We are delighted to see CPOC Fellow @claire-frank.bsky.social abstract competition submission. ❓Understanding the extent of pharmacy staff involvement in preoperative assessment in the UK ➡️ Watch here: shorturl.at/wUkg3

Congratulations to Professor Denny Levett on her appointment as Director of @CPOC_News. @denny_levett is the ideal candidate to continue the excellent work done by @totallytigers to lead CPOC's mission to integrate perioperative care across the NHS for the benefit of patients.

We are delighted to announce that Professor Denny Levett has been appointed as incoming @cpoc.bsky.social Director. Professor Levett is a Consultant in Perioperative and Critical Care Medicine at University Hospital Southampton. Read more about Denny➡️https://shorturl.at/JU6Wk

Are you subscribed to receive the CPOC Newsletter? If you're not subscribed, our bi-montlhy newsletter shares key updates from CPOC and across perioperative care. Sign up here: shorturl.at/UNWMo

Have you read our suite of full pathway perioperative care guidelines? At CPOC we develop guidelines with multiprofessional input that include recommendations for each stage of the pathway. ➡️Anaemia ➡️OSA ➡️Frailty ➡️Diabetes Guidelines: shorturl.at/lXeVZ

📢Have your say on our draft Multiprofessional Capability Framework in Perioperative Care. Our public consultation is now live, closing 29 August 2025. To find out about the framework, who it is for and how to provide your feedback, visit our website ➡️ shorturl.at/fZ43q

Active preparation for surgery and involvement in postoperative recovery creates better outcomes for patients. Our new patient leaflet and clinical resource explain how to support patients to actively prepare for surgery and postop recovery. More info: shorturl.at/d7RVc

📢Have your say on our draft Multiprofessional Capability Framework in Perioperative Care. Our public consultation is now live, closing 29 August 2025. To find out about the framework, who it is for and how to provide your feedback, visit our website➡️ shorturl.at/fZ43q

CPOC is pleased to announce that public consultation is now open for the draft Multiprofessional Capability Framework in Perioperative Care. To find out more about the framework, who it is for and how to provide your feedback, visit our website. Info➡️https://shorturl.at/fZ43q

I'll be speaking at the British Association of Day Surgery conference. On "How to change behaviours and get awesome team-working and safety". And @cpoc.bsky.social Thurs 19 June Manchester. bads.co.uk/conference/p...