This article was published on 11 September 2025
Study Day: The role and challenges of the Persons Designate (PD)

Join us for an engaging and informative day covering topics in human tissue management, including:
- The journey and responsibilities of a Persons Designate (PD)
- The history and significance of allograft tissue
- Ensuring compliance with all HTA regulations - consent, governance & quality management, premises & facilities, disposal, and more.
- Gain insights from industry professionals and educators, including fellow PDs and DIs, medical education leads, and the HTA.
Wednesday 29th October 2025
8.30am-6pm
The Knowledge Hub
Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
Entrance C
Bristol Road South
Birmingham
B31 2AP
Register for the event here: The Role and Challenges of the Persons Designate (PD) Study Day - 29 October 2025
In conjunction with The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital and The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital.
Sponsored by Hospital Innovations.