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New NNAP measure proposals for consultation
The NNAP is seeking feedback on two new measures for inclusion in future reporting.
Neonatal medicine
Neonatologists are paediatric specialists whose expertise is looking after newborn infants or those born prematurely. Find out more about this sub-specialty.
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RCPCH responds to National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation
30 June 2026
On Wednesday 30 June, Baroness Amos published her published her Final Reports and Recommendations as Chair of the independent National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation.
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Announcing the winner of the 2026 Michael Blacow Memorial Prize
23 June 2026
We are delighted to announce that Dr Niamh Scally won this year's Michael Blacow Memorial Prize for best paper presented during a plenary session at RCPCH Conference and as set by an open audience vote.
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Professor David Harvey: a leader in neonatal medicine and LGBTQ+ rights
17 June 2026
This Pride season, we are reflecting on the legacy of Professor David Harvey, a remarkable paediatrician and College member who contributed greatly to paediatrics and the LGBTQ+ community.
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NeoBUS – Neonatal Bedside Ultrasound Course
04 December 2026
Bristol
The NeoBUS course is a one-day course that focuses on the practical application of bedside ultrasonography in neonates with a focus on ‘hands-on’ learning. It has been endorsed by The British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS) and is approved as an activity for Continuing Professional Development (CP...
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NeoBUS – Neonatal Bedside Ultrasound Course
03 December 2026
Bristol
The NeoBUS course is a one-day course that focuses on the practical application of bedside ultrasonography in neonates with a focus on ‘hands-on’ learning. It has been endorsed by The British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS) and is approved as an activity for Continuing Professional Development (CP...
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Neonatal Cardiology including POCUS (Remote Delivered)
14 January 2026
This is a Basic Plus Online Course that will benefit neonatal consultants & trainees, paediatricians with neonatal interest and critical care doctors and advanced nurse practitioners, and researchers who have commenced or intend to commence performing echocardiograms on neonates. The Course aims to ...
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Point of Care Ultrasound – lung & lines, abdomen & heart (Hands on)
21 February 2026
Brighton
This Course will benefit Paediatric and Neonatal consultants & trainees, and advanced nurse practitioners, and researchers in the diagnostic use of ultrasound as per POCUS guidance. The Course aims to deliver the essential theoretical knowledge and practical experience with helpful tips relevant to ...
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National Neonatal Audit Programme (NNAP) - Reporting dashboards
The NNAP assesses whether babies admitted to neonatal units in England, Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man receive consistent high quality care and identifies areas for quality improvement. The data is reported by unit, network and nation on three dashboards: NNAP Online (annual report of validated...
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NNAP webinar recording: Key findings from the 2024 summary report
This webinar, recorded in October 2025, reviewed the key findings and national recommendations from the National Neonatal Audit Programme (NNAP) summary report on 2024 data.