BAPAM are a registered charity and healthcare organisation delivering free, expert health services in the creative sector.

Their next Belfast clinic is scheduled this week on Friday 27 Sept.

BAPAM’s free clinic in Belfast is open.

75% of those working in the performing arts will face a health problem that will impact their career.

Many of those injuries or health issues need specialist treatment or approaches.

BAPAM are clinical specialists, delivering expert health and wellbeing services for those working in the performing arts. We are at the forefront of treating nuanced health issues – psychological and physical. Last year, the charity supported 3,000 performers, artists, creators and industry professionals.

BAPAM’s free face to face consultations are for people working or studying in the performing arts who are experiencing a health problem affecting their practice. BAPAM clinicians provide a comprehensive in-person clinical assessment (during which performers can demonstrate their practice) and expert hands-on care.

In Belfast, appointments are available with BAPAM GP, Dr Christine Hunter, and Physiotherapist, Kathy Harris.

Flexible and accessible online appointments are also available, and BAPAM clinicians are skilled in ensuring that virtual consultations provide effective diagnostic assessment and treatment advice.

To book an appointment call BAPAM on 020 8167 4775 or email info@bapam.org.uk

BAPAM is the largest provider of clinical services to the UK’s performing arts sector, working with performers of all kinds, from musicians and singers to dancers, actors, and circus performers as well as those who work behind the scenes.

The charity provides free, bespoke care for performers and industry professionals from expert clinicians in a range of disciplines, responding to requests for help with mental health, musculoskeletal care, vocal health, hearing concerns and some eye care and dental health issues. BAPAM’s wider network of more than 300 specialists across the UK also offers support for health problems and injuries associated with creative practices.

Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024, BAPAM helps thousands of performers each year to enjoy a healthy career, and works with organisations such as Help Musicians, Music Minds Matter, PRS Members’ Fund, PPL, the Royal Society of Musicians, Healthy Conservatoires, Equity, the Musicians’ Union, Dance Professionals Fund, Equity Charitable Trust, Actors’ Benevolent Fund and Royal Variety Charity to extend its reach into all parts of the performing arts sector.

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