Peer Review in Practice – Using NICE Recall Guidance as an Example (DWD29APR26A)

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DescriptionThe session directly supports the new NHS dental quality improvement funding which includes a £3,400 allowance for practices undertaking peer review activity. The webinar will introduce the concept of peer review and provide practical guidance on how practices can establish and structure peer review groups. Using NICE recall interval guidance as a worked example, the session will demonstrate how a peer review discussion can be organised around a clinical topic and translated into quality improvement activity within practice. The aim is to give practitioners the knowledge and practical framework required to implement peer review sessions within their own practices, enabling them to engage effectively with the new NHS quality improvement initiative.
Additional information

Introduction to Peer Review
Overview of peer review as a concept and its role in professional learning and quality improvement.

Peer Review in Practice
Practical guidance on how to organise a peer review group, suggested meeting formats, and the roles required within a peer review team.

Worked Example: NICE Recall Intervals
Demonstration of how a peer review session can be structured using recall interval guidance as the discussion topic.

VenueMicrosoft Teams, Microsoft Teams - Virtual  View details
Date & timeWednesday 29 April 2026, 12:30 to 13:30
LecturerClaire Wilson  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Course styleWorkshop
CategoryInformation event
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeA, B, D
CPD hours1:00
CostNo charge
Aims

To introduce dental professionals to the concept and practical application of peer review as a quality improvement activity, using NICE recall interval guidance as an example topic to demonstrate how an effective peer review session can be structured and delivered within a dental practice or peer group.

Objectives

By the end of the session participants will:

Understand the purpose and principles of peer review within dental practice and its role in quality improvement and professional development.

Gain practical guidance on how to establish and structure a peer review group, including recommended formats for meetings and allocation of roles within the team.

Explore a worked example of a peer review session using NICE recall interval guidance as the discussion topic.

Have the opportunity to discuss questions and practical considerations when implementing peer review within their own practice setting.

Learning outcomes

Following the webinar participants should be able to:

Describe the key principles and benefits of peer review in dentistry.

Identify the practical steps required to organise and run a peer review group.

Recognise the different roles required to facilitate an effective peer review session.

Apply a structured approach to discussing clinical topics within a peer review environment using evidence-based guidance such as NICE recall intervals.

Consider how peer review activities can support quality improvement within dental practice.