Join consultant orthopaedic surgeon Hemanth Venkatesh for an accredited event for in-house referrers
A virtual event delivered jointly by Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Devizes and Patford House Partnership – GP surgeries in Wiltshire
We’re looking forward to your participation!
Event details
2 CPD points
Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Devizes, and Patford House Partnership are delighted to jointly deliver this accredited event for partner referrers.
This CPD-accredited session offers a comprehensive overview of osteoarthritis, blending foundational knowledge with advanced clinical decision-making. Key topics include disease pathophysiology, risk factors, symptom recognition, diagnostic criteria, patient consultation techniques, radiographic interpretation, treatment strategies, surgical consent protocols, complication management, outcome expectations, revision procedures, and referral eligibility framework.
There will be the opportunity for Q&A and further discussion at the end of the presentation.
Location: Microsoft Teams online event
Date: Tuesday 21st October 2025
Time: 1-2pm
CPD points: 2
Katia McKenzie: katia.mckenzie@practiceplusgroup.com
Business Development Manager
Practice Plus Group Hospital Emersons Green
Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre Devizes
About the speaker
This lecture will be presented by Mr Hemanth Venkatesh, orthopaedic surgeon at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Emersons Green, and Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Devizes. Mr Venkatesh has extensive experience in orthopaedics, complemented by in-depth research achievements and active involvement in NHS quality and service improvement initiatives.
Mr Venkatesh trained in India, where he earned his medical degree and completed specialist Trauma and Orthopaedics training. He continued his advanced surgical training in the United Kingdom, obtaining the FRCS (Ed) T&O, CCT T&O, and a Master of Chirurgiae (MCh) in Orthopaedics from Teesside University.
To further enhance his expertise, he completed the MTI RCS Knee Fellowship at University Hospital of North Tees & Hartlepool, focusing on complex knee reconstruction, and the Lower Limb Arthroplasty Fellowship at Basildon & Thurrock University Hospital, gaining advanced experience in hip and knee joint replacement surgery.
Through a combination of specialist fellowships, academic research, and leadership experience, Mr Venkatesh brings a comprehensive and patient-centred approach to orthopaedic practice, with particular focus on lower limb arthroplasty and trauma management.
Why attend this exclusive event?
Expert talk on osteoarthritis
Opportunity for a Q&A session
Earn 2 CPD points
Join partner clinicians
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FAQs
Who is this CPD event for?
This session is designed for GPs, physiotherapists, extended-scope practitioners, and other healthcare professionals involved in musculoskeletal assessment, diagnosis, and management of hip and knee osteoarthritis.
Do I need to pay anything?
No – this event is offered free of charge as part of Practice Plus Group’s professional development programme.
Who can I contact about attending this event?
For enquiries, or to book your place on this event, you can contact katia.mckenzie@practiceplusgroup.com
Can I ask questions during the session?
Yes. There will be a dedicated Q&A segment at the end of the lecture, and you are welcome to submit questions in advance when registering.
Will I receive a CPD certificate?
Yes. A digital CPD certificate will be issued to all attendees who participate in the session.