NeuroFest 2020 Opening Debate
Our NeuroFest took place from 11th – 18th November 2020 and allowed participants to discuss key topics and to hear from experts, including people living with neurological conditions.
Our first session on 11th November was a debate about remote vs in person outpatient appointments considering the motion
“This House believes 80% of neurology outpatient appointments could be delivered by phone or videoconference”.
Panel
In favour of the motion
Dr Jon Sussman, honorary secretary of the Association of British Neurologists (ABN) speaking in favour of the motion Click here
Elizabeth Manuel former barrister and judge and advocate for rehab for those recovering from brain haemorrhage and stroke, speaking in favour of the motion Click here
Against the motion
Dr Richard J Davenport, Consultant Neurologist, ABN Meetings Secretary, speaking against the motion. Click here
Sarah Joiner Vice-Chair of MS Trust and advocate for all those living with MS, speaking against the motion. Click here
Summary by the facilitator David Martin
Outcomes and Next Steps
The Neurological Alliance will continue to gather evidence and examples of best practice and will work with NHS England and NHS Improvement as they focus on remote consultations as part of their outpatient transformation programme. This will include the development of a short policy briefing on the issue in 2021, as well as understanding people’s experience of remote consults in greater detail as part of our fourth Patient Experience Survey.
