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Upcoming AvMA Webinar – Delayed Primary Care Referrals for Suspected Cancer – With Dr Saira Mian
  • Aug 6, 2025
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by McCollum Consultants

Date: Tuesday 23rd September 2025
Time: 10:30am – 11:30am
Location: Live Online Webinar
Hosted by: AvMA | Featuring McCollum Consultants’ expert witness Dr Saira Mian

Dr Saira Mian, a highly respected GP and expert witness with McCollum Consultants, will be speaking at an upcoming live webinar hosted by AvMA on Tuesday 23rd September at 10:30am, focusing on Delayed Primary Care Referrals for Suspected Cancer.

This one-hour session will explore some of the key challenges in cancer referral pathways within primary care, particularly where delays occur in the absence of classic referral criteria.

Key topics include:

  • Understanding the role of risk thresholds in referral decisions
  • Applying clinical acumen alongside NICE guidelines
  • A real-world case study on delayed diagnosis of colorectal cancer – including the nuances between explained and unexplained symptoms

About Dr Saira Mian

Dr Mian is a practising GP, Medical Examiner and an expert witness with McCollum Consultants. She has a Master’s in Medical Law, is CUBS accredited, and is experienced in providing expert opinion in both Claimant and Defendant instructions.

Her current roles span the NHS and private sectors, working across Greater Manchester. She is also Clinical Lead for Urgent and Emergency Care in the region, and a Royal College of Pathologists-accredited Medical Examiner. Her portfolio of work places her in a unique position to speak on matters of delayed diagnosis and patient safety.

Please note that AvMA has recently moved to a new booking system. You’ll be asked to create an account before registering for the webinar.