Free webinars POCT
Thu 29 Jan 2026
On-demand, 1 CPD Hour

Advancing personalised care through a nationwide implementation of pharmacogenetic POCT devices 

Join colleagues from across the UK as we explore the national rollout of pharmacogenetic POCT devices and their transformative potential to reduce inequity and deliver personalised care. Take one hour out of your busy day to hear from the National Point of Care Testing Lead, Ryan Cooper about how Scotland are driving innovation.

Implementing Pharmacogenetic POCT Devices Nationally
On-demand 1 hour CPD Free

What you will learn

Discover an innovative approach to evolving pharmacogenetic care at the bedside and shaping the future of POCT through: 

  • Understanding the national rollout and its impact on laboratory services and clinical workflows
  • Hearing from pioneers leading the transition of pharmacogenetic testing into ward-based and point-of-care settings
  • Exploring how robust services without IT connectivity maintain strong governance and data integrity
  • Learning how these new POCT devices are ensuring personalised, high-quality care

Designed with convenience in mind

Delve into how Scotland is rolling out new pharmacogenetic devices, both leading innovation, and improved access through 40-minute presentation and 20 minutes Q&A session with healthcare innovation expert, Ryan Cooper.

Introduction and instructions
Led by Ryan Cooper, National Point of Care Testing Lead, Point of Care Testing Programme Clinical Directorate, NHS National Services Scotland
Rolling out Pharmacogenetic POCT Devices
  • Exploring the national rollout and how it’s been implemented to ensure equitable access to personalised testing
  • Practical insights into managing pharmacogenetic devices outside of the lab
  • Ensuring robust governance, data integrity, and clinical safety while embedding pharmacogenetics into routine care
Questions and answers
  • Ryan Cooper will use this time to answer your questions asked throughout the presentation plus any discussion points raised
Close of webinar

First-hand speaker experience

Strengthen your expertise in pharmacogenetic point-of-care testing and learn directly from Ryan Cooper, the national Point of Care Testing lead driving Scotland’s national rollout.

Ryan Cooper
Job Title:
National Point of Care Testing Lead, Point of Care Testing Programme Clinical Directorate
Organisation
NHS National Services Scotland
Biography

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