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RSM alert – fake conferences

October 7, 2024

RSM team have been made aware of a website advertising a large number of medical conferences, conference series, which are reported to be fraudulent. There is no evidence that the conferences actually take place, and NHS staff have reported paying for conferences which are postponed and/or cancelled, but no refunds are provided. A popular review platform contains numerous warnings that the website is fraudulent and no conferences exist.

Before booking any conferences staff are advised to:

  • Verify that there is a specific date and location
  • Confirm with colleagues/managers/your Learning and Development team that the conference is genuine and meets your learning requirements; and

If you do book a conference we advise to pay using a credit card as these provide greater protections and refunds if you are defrauded.

Don’t forget – all suspicions of fraud should be reported to NHSCFA by calling 0800 028 40 60.You can also report fraud anonymously on 0800 028 4060 or online.