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ARTP www.artp.org.uk/who-we-are

The Association for Respiratory Technology & Physiology (ARTP), through standards of training and quality assurance, are the professional guardians of physiological measurement issues in respiratory medicine in the UK. With over 35 years of experience in the design and delivery of lung function services, ARTP provides the only national, professionally recognised, qualifications in Respiratory Function Testing and Spirometry in the UK.

To all the men who inspire, support, and uplift us, Happy International Men's Day. Pictured are some of the men involved...
19/11/2025

To all the men who inspire, support, and uplift us, Happy International Men's Day. Pictured are some of the men involved in ARTP committees, your hard work and dedication make a world of difference.

https://www.artp.org.uk/leadership-committees

The 19th of November is World COPD Day - ARTP conference speaker Russell Winwood is a champion of the COPD Big Baton pas...
19/11/2025

The 19th of November is World COPD Day - ARTP conference speaker Russell Winwood is a champion of the COPD Big Baton pass, a global event to raise awareness, more details including how to get involved at https://copdbatonpass.org/.

GOLD also have helpful resources for World COPD Day at: https://goldcopd.org/world-copd-day-2025/

Released today a consensus statement from the Taskforce for Lung Health: https://www.taskforceforlunghealth.org.uk/moder...
18/11/2025

Released today a consensus statement from the Taskforce for Lung Health: https://www.taskforceforlunghealth.org.uk/modern-service-framework-for-respiratory-campaign/ please read and share.

"Did you know more people die from respiratory conditions in the UK than anywhere else in Europe? This is a result of chronic under resourcing and prioritisation from the government, but we now have a chance to change this. As part of the Taskforce for Lung Health, we’re calling for a modern service framework for respiratory in England. This is essential to help deliver better care, earlier diagnosis, and fewer preventable deaths. With a coordinated, equitable plan, we can save lives, reduce pressure on the NHS and ensure everyone has the chance to breathe easier."

would like to introduce our new Workforce Vice Chair, Emma-Jane Simpson. Please visit www.artp.org.uk/emmajanesimpson ...
18/11/2025

would like to introduce our new Workforce Vice Chair, Emma-Jane Simpson. Please visit www.artp.org.uk/emmajanesimpson to read the introduction

Did you get last week's Spirometry Quiz question right? Q1: A patient performs spirometry, and the results show a decrea...
13/11/2025

Did you get last week's Spirometry Quiz question right?

Q1: A patient performs spirometry, and the results show a decreased FEV1/FVC ratio with a decreased FEV1 but a normal FVC. Which of the following is most likely?
Answer: B. Obstructive lung disease

Explanation: Obstructive lung disease is characterised by a decreased FEV1/FVC ratio. The FVC may be preserved/normal but due to airway narrowing the air cannot be exhaled as quickly so the FEV1 is reduced

Each month the ARTP Spirometry Committee will be setting a new quiz question on the ARTP social media accounts. Check back next month to play again!

On November the 11th, 2025, we unite across faiths, cultures and backgrounds to remember the service and sacrifice of th...
11/11/2025

On November the 11th, 2025, we unite across faiths, cultures and backgrounds to remember the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces community. We will remember them. We also pay tribute to the special contribution of families and of the emergency services. We acknowledge the innocent civilians who have lost their lives in conflict and acts of terrorism.

The Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) is inviting contributions from the healthcare science community to a consultat...
11/11/2025

The Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) is inviting contributions from the healthcare science community to a consultation on the Higher Specialist Scientist Equivalence (HSSE) Programme.

This consultation represents a critical opportunity to ensure that the HSSE process continues to reflect the evolving scope of practice, leadership responsibilities, and professional expectations of senior healthcare scientists. Feedback obtained will inform refinements to the programme, ensuring alignment with contemporary clinical, academic, and leadership standards across the UK healthcare science workforce.

To access the consultation visit: https://www.artp.org.uk/news/ahcs-hsse-consultation-questionnaire
The consultation period runs from Friday, 31 October to Friday, 21 November 2025. The estimated completion time is 10–15 minutes.

By participating, you will contribute to:
🔵Enhancing the assessment and application process for candidates
🔵Supporting professional development and workforce progression
🔵Maintaining consistency and credibility across healthcare science specialties

ARTP are holding a Four Countries webinar on the 11th November 2025 at 9:00am. This webinar is exclusively for ARTP memb...
06/11/2025

ARTP are holding a Four Countries webinar on the 11th November 2025 at 9:00am. This webinar is exclusively for ARTP members and will provide updates specific to the four countries across the UK.

Last year the four countries meeting was held as part of the National Strategy Day. This year to improve accessibility and sustainability, we are holding this session virtually. This will allow ARTP members to hear from their national healthcare science leads and about national programmes that influence respiratory and sleep physiology.

We have the pleasure to host Professor Chris Hopkins - President of AHCS, Professor Catherine Ross - CSO for Scotland, Dr Vicki Chalker - Deputy CSO for England, Professor Ian Young - CSA for Northern Ireland and Victoria Heath - CSO for Wales.

To register visit: https://shorturl.at/tTVkT

Each month the ARTP Spirometry Committee will be setting a new quiz question on the ARTP social media accounts. Use the ...
06/11/2025

Each month the ARTP Spirometry Committee will be setting a new quiz question on the ARTP social media accounts. Use the indicated reaction to vote. The correct answer will be revealed next week.

Q1: A patient performs spirometry, and the results show a decreased FEV1/FVC ratio with a decreased FEV1 but a normal FVC. Which of the following is most likely?

A. Restrictive lung disease (Care reaction)
B. Obstructive lung disease (Haha reaction)
C. Normal spirometry results (Wow reaction)
D. Mixed restrictive and obstructive lung disease (Sad reaction)

Check back next week for the correct answer!

Two weeks today it is World COPD Day.ARTP are proud to support the COPD Big Baton pass, a global event to raise awarenes...
05/11/2025

Two weeks today it is World COPD Day.
ARTP are proud to support the COPD Big Baton pass, a global event to raise awareness, more details including how to get involved at: https://copdbatonpass.org/

ARTP would like to send congratulations to Sasha Basford, for successfully gaining Practitioner Training Programme (PTP)...
03/11/2025

ARTP would like to send congratulations to Sasha Basford, for successfully gaining Practitioner Training Programme (PTP) equivalence with the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS). Sasha was supported by an ARTP bursary.

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