Understanding and using the Sickle Cell Clinical Pathway Initiative (CPI)

Understanding and using the Sickle Cell Clinical Pathway Initiative (CPI) 

Sickle cell trait is common in the UK, yet many carriers receive limited information after newborn screening – leaving gaps when they later need reproductive, clinical, or family guidance.  

To help close this gap, we’ve developed the Sickle Cell Clinical Pathway Initiative (CPI): a structured, flexible competency framework that supports healthcare professionals to deliver consistent, culturally sensitive care. 

Register to join us in this webinar designed for GPs, midwives, nurses, health visitors, community teams and anyone involved in screening or supporting individuals and families affected by sickle cell. 

Speakers will include:  

• Dr Rossby Awadzi, GP Registrar, London North-West University Healthcare NHS Trust 

• Dr Edward Miller, Education Specialist, Genomics Education Programme, NHS England 

• Tim Omo-Bare, Head of Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Improvement Programme, NHS England 

What you’ll gain 

• A clear overview of the CPI and how it supports care  

• Practical guidance on explaining carrier status with confidence 

• Tools for navigating cultural and family dynamics with sensitivity 

• Signposting to recommended training at key stages – from preconception through newborn follow up 

By turning identification into understanding, the CPI helps strengthen continuity across services and builds confidence within the NHS workforce. 

Questions about this event?

Name: oyinda shofolahan

Email: england.sicklecellreview@nhs.net

Telephone: 07714773671