PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS DESIGNED FOR SUPPORTING YOU INTO PRACTICE

Reconceptualising Osteopathic Palpation

An opening keynote speech from Dr Mandy Banton exploring palpation through a fresh professional lens, encouraging graduates to reflect on how touch, communication and clinical reasoning can develop as they move into independent practice.

Your osteopathic career starts here

An interactive question and answer panel exploring different career pathways, possibilities and top tips from osteopaths working in varied roles, helping graduates think about the kind of practitioner they want to become and the opportunities open to them.

Design the support you want

A chance for graduates to share what support would be most useful during the first year in practice, helping shape the iO New Graduate Programme around real experiences, challenges and priorities.

*The New Graduate Programme is a 12-month programme of support starting in December 2026, with monthly activities co-created with graduates. Find out more.

Building your patient list without feeling salesy

A practical session looking at how to build trust, communicate follow-up clearly and encourage patient retention in a way that feels ethical, professional and authentic to your style of practice.

Finding your People

 A supportive session focused on identifying the networks, mentors, peers and professional communities that can help new graduates feel connected, guided and less isolated during their first year.

Treatment flow and time confidence

A practical session with Joanna Cram exploring how to structure appointments effectively, manage time with confidence and create a smoother treatment experience without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.

What We’ve Heard, What Happens Next – a closing session bringing together the day’s conversations, reflecting back the key themes shared by graduates and outlining how the iO will continue to support new practitioners beyond the event.