Iain Hennessey

🌐 Understanding the NHS Acute Capacity Challenge 🌐 The NHS faces significant challenges in managing acute capacity. Our latest analysis covers: 🔹 Current issues and resource strains 🔹 Potential solutions and innovations 🔹 The role of technology in alleviating pressures https://lnkd.in/gh2nTR7Q

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Transforming the NHS: A 10-Year Digital Vision for Better, Faster, Smarter Healthcare The NHS is here to stay, evolving to meet the needs of future generations through technology, prevention, and community support. 🤖 The new government’s ambitious 10-year plan for the NHS envisions a healthcare system that’s ready for the future, with an emphasis on three pivotal changes: moving from hospital-centred to community-centred care, transforming from analogue to digital systems, and shifting focus from sickness treatment to proactive prevention. At the heart of this transformation is a comprehensive digital patient record accessible via the NHS App, designed to empower individuals with control over their health information. This single, integrated record consolidates a patient’s history, test results, and medical correspondence, giving both patients and frontline staff a more complete picture of health, ultimately reducing repeat tests and medication errors. What’s in it? 👥 For patients: A smoother, faster healthcare experience with enhanced control over their health data and more preventive care options using wearable tech. 👩‍⚕️ For NHS staff: A streamlined workflow, with smarter data-sharing estimated to save over 140,000 hours each year, allowing them to focus on what truly matters—patient care. 🏘 For the community: Neighbourhood health centres will bring care closer to home, easing hospital burdens and ensuring people get timely, personalised healthcare. The government is actively inviting input from health-service staff, sector experts, and the public through the Change NHS website, creating an unprecedented platform for shaping this transformation. This is a unique opportunity for everyone to contribute insights and help shape an NHS that meets the needs of future generations. At Larkspur, we're proud to play our part in this transformation by helping our clients navigate the UK's complex healthcare system with in-depth knowledge and a commitment to driving meaningful change. ✨ #NHS #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #HealthTech #HealthcareTransformation #FutureOfHealthcare #PatientCare #CommunityHealth #PreventiveCare #DigitalTransformation #NHSChange #HealthEquity #WearableTech #PatientEmpowerment #PublicHealth #SmartHealthcare

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NHS Digital Weight Management Programme Improved completion rates of the NHS Digital Weight Management Programme reflect its effectiveness in engaging patients and providing a path to healthier lifestyles. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/etJG4JcS #PatientEngagement #HealthOutcomes

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‘Nurse input vital to achieve NHS digitalisation ambitions’ A lot of political stock is currently – and quite rightly – being placed in digital technology as a key part of the solution to fixing the problems of the NHS and the health and social care system. #nurse #nurses #nursing #health #healthcare #policy #technology #digital #digitaltechnology #healthcareIT #nhs #government https://lnkd.in/e_tw-8rS

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The Darzi Report Findings: The Urgent Need for Innovative Technology in NHS Cancer Care With the NHS facing critical challenges in cancer diagnosis and care, including delays and rising mortality rates, the launch of our PanTum Detect® early detection test offers a transformative solution. As highlighted in the recent Darzi report, integrating such advanced technology is essential for overcoming the NHS’s current struggles and advancing cancer care. Mike Farrar Letizia Gulino Ali Ghaidan Johannes Coy NHS Royal College of Physicians Public Health England Ministry of Health Saudi Arabia Public Health Authority of Saudi Arabia Ministry of Health and Prevention - UAE Professor the Lord Darzi of Denham OM KBE PC FRS #earlydetection #cancer #preventionbetterthancure #costefficiency #cancerresearch #cancertreatment #cancercare #cancerawareness #nhs https://lnkd.in/eupd4xKT

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Read our UCLH Lung Cancer Screening Case Study here https://lnkd.in/eqHjZvQr for some really interesting insights into transforming radiology efficiency & improving lung cancer outcomes.   👉 What is the main challenge in treating lung cancer? Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally. Early detection is crucial for positive treatment outcomes, but it is notoriously difficult to spot the disease in its early stages. 👉 How does University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) address the challenge of early lung cancer detection? UCLH utilises the MeVis Medical Solutions AG Veolity software solution. This dedicated platform leverages deep-learning AI to detect various types of nodules quickly and accurately. 👉 What are the key benefits of the Veolity platform? Veolity offers several advantages: 👍 Speed and Accuracy: It significantly speeds up image analysis and provides consistent, accurate detection, measurement, and reporting of lung nodules. 👍 Efficiency for Radiologists: Studies show radiologists can read images 47% faster using Veolity compared to manual processing. 👍 Comprehensive Reporting: Veolity generates detailed reports controlled by the radiologist and allows seamless data exchange with other platforms, eliminating redundant data entry. 👉 How does the Veolity platform improve patient outcomes? Early and accurate detection of lung nodules allows for timely intervention and treatment. The platform's accuracy and speed contribute to better patient outcomes by facilitating earlier diagnosis and treatment planning. 👉 Beyond speed, how does Veolity improve the work of radiologists? Veolity handles many of the repetitive tasks associated with lung nodule analysis, allowing radiologists to focus their expertise on diagnosis and treatment planning. This reduces their workload and allows them to see more patients. 👉 What role did SynApps Solutions play in the implementation of Veolity at UCLH? SynApps Solutions deployed the MeVis Veolity application and integrated it with the Nelson+ platform and UCLH's electronic patient record (ePR) system. This ensured a smooth and streamlined workflow for lung cancer screening at the hospital. #lungscreening #lunghealth #NHS #radiology

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The NHS Federated Data Platform (FDP) has the potential to significantly improve how the NHS meets patient needs, both today and in the future. Here's how: >> Improved Care Coordination: > Reduced Information Silos: FDP connects patient information across different NHS organisations, allowing for a more holistic view of their health journey. This eliminates the need for repeated data collection and ensures healthcare professionals have the most up-to-date information to make informed decisions. > Targeted Resource Allocation: By providing insights into population health trends, the FDP can help Integrated Care Systems (ICSs) better understand their communities' needs and allocate resources more effectively. This can lead to improved preventative care, earlier interventions, and better management of long-term conditions. >> Enhanced Efficiency: > Reduced Administrative Burden: FDP can automate data sharing and reporting, freeing up clinician time from administrative tasks and allowing them to focus on patient care. > Improved Bed Management: Real-time data on bed availability across different care settings can help optimise bed allocation, reducing waiting times for hospital admissions and ensuring patients receive care in the most appropriate setting. >> Future-Proofing the NHS: > Data-Driven Decision Making: The FDP provides a platform for analyzing vast amounts of healthcare data, enabling data-driven decision making for service planning, resource allocation, and identifying areas for improvement. > Supporting New Technologies: The platform can be integrated with future digital health solutions, such as telehealth and remote monitoring tools, further personalising and improving patient care. Overall, the NHS FDP represents a significant step towards a more connected and data-driven healthcare system with the potential to significantly improve how the NHS meets the needs of patients, both now and in the future. Mergers, Acquisitions, Growth and Strategy for Healthcare Technology companies > HealthTech M&A - Buy Side, Sell Side, Growth & Strategy services for companies in Europe, Middle East and Africa. Visit www.nelsonadvisors.co.uk > HealthTech M&A Newsletter from Nelson Advisors - HealthTech, Health IT, Digital Health Insights and Analysis. Subscribe Today! https://lnkd.in/e5hTp_xb > Healthcare Technology Buy Side, Sell Side, Growth & Strategy services for Founders, Owners and Investors. Email [email protected] > Healthcare Technology Thought Leadership from Nelson Advisors – Market Insights, Analysis & Predictions. Visit https://lnkd.in/ezyUh5i #HealthTech #HealthIT #DigitalHealth #lloydgprice #NelsonAdvisors

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We expect this year’s focus for winter funding applications will be no different to previous years; successful applications will likely be those for innovative initiatives and technology that ensure hospital pressures are reduced. Here's how we can help: #NHSWinterFunding #PatientCare #NHS #Technology

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🌟 New Insights from PCCS President 🌟 Discover the future of cardiovascular care with Prof. Raj Thakkar's latest article on integrated working. Learn how a unified approach can transform patient outcomes and optimise NHS resources. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eV2xhsUy #CardiovascularCare #HealthcareInnovation #PCCS

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💫 Introducing our first Publication Review 📽️ This series highlights recent publications on #AI in radiology, its impact on patients and healthcare, and the Annalise.ai team’s commitment to improving lives through innovation. In this episode, Mark Phillips, Chief Clinical Officer at Annalise.ai, explores key insights from Professor Sir Gregor Smith, Chief Medical Officer, NHS Scotland's annual report. The report emphasises people, the planet, and progress toward delivering sustainable, patient-centred care. 📌 Annalise’s partnership with NHS Scotland reduced chest X-ray-to-CT times by 54%  📌 The proportion of patients with lung cancer who met the 62-day treatment target increased from 52% to 100%! Our AI is helping reduce radiologist burnout, improve diagnostic accuracy, and enable faster and smarter decision-making. By blending our comprehensive yet customisable technology with compassionate care, #Scotland is setting a global standard for the future of healthcare. Meet our clinical experts at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference in Chicago next week. https://lnkd.in/gEQ_Beny

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Interesting budget announcements yesterday in the UK. And there was a lot to cover. I think the most positive thing was about the NHS and the promise to boost the Digital Health sector by £2bn investment. The Chancellor promised that small businesses would be protected as the employment allowance would increase from £5000 to £10,500. This means small businesses can employ 4 full-time employees without paying any National Insurance. But how will it affect the rest of the businesses? "The confirmation that employers’ National Insurance contributions will rise from 13.8% to 15% will hit innovators; prompting the sector to delay hiring, and in turn slowing time to market for new life-changing technologies,” said Nadia Kadhim, CEO at Naq As a result, while the investment is greatly appreciated, it is also much required. We must remember that most innovation is driven by small or medium-sized private-sector enterprises. To drive innovation, firms must be able to employ top teams. However, as expenses rise, companies may be forced to work with fewer people in their teams, affecting the speed of innovation and service, business pressure, and employee stress levels. I do not believe it is resolving the unemployment issue. “Today’s promise of additional money isn’t a golden ticket but this budget could be an important date that brings with it opportunities: to properly examine what needs to be done nationally and locally, and to be brave enough to stop activities that add little value to allow for innovative practices that increase productivity and patient benefit." Mark Ratnarajah, Managing Director at C2-Ai #UKbudget #NHSinvestment #digitalhealth #healthinnovation https://lnkd.in/enRXJHzc

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Our latest Ration Watch report into regional NHS performance has found that areas of variation are persisting long term, with some of the best and worst performing NHS services in the country just 13 miles apart. Read our latest report on how to share best practices in medical technology, innovation and clinical leadership to help end this postcode lottery of care https://lnkd.in/euTJ8nKy  #NHS #medtech #healthcare #healthpolicy

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🤔 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞 #patients & #public 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 #AI #research? 🤔 Last Friday (15th Nov) I had the pleasure of presenting this topic at the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust annual conference explaining how I involved #PPIE (patient public involvement and engagement) in my NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) funded FRACTURE Study (www.fracturestudy.com, https://lnkd.in/ee3q7wEt) and what suggestions I would give. 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘬𝘦𝘺 𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴: ⏰ 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲: PPIE begins before the study protocol or grant application is drafted—early buy-in is key! 🏨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐎𝐒𝐇: Our in-house PPIE manager, Deirdre Leyden, manages the Young Persons Advisory Group (YPAG) and Parents and Carers Advisory Group (PCAG) to support paediatric research and helped co-ordinate our meetings (Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ev6iU4iN). 🔗 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Input from YPAG and PCAG shaped my research plan, branding, and public communications, including designing the 𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 Study logo and website layout. 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦: ⭐ https://lnkd.in/eWP8CvG9 ⭐ https://lnkd.in/e7Qmb3f7 🎬 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: A smaller subgroup (steering group) helped me design our child- and adult-friendly survey questions, alongside an animation cartoon for dissemination (https://lnkd.in/eCZ5CT84). 📃 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: One YPAG member (Lauren Lee) helped author our publication in European Radiology (https://lnkd.in/g3KmBT7p), a proud moment for all involved! 💰 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: Continued collaboration influenced our successful application for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) IMAGINE Grant (https://lnkd.in/eUTpazmW; and https://lnkd.in/eS64xr5M). 📹 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬: Deirdre Leyden and Lauren Lee kindly shared pre-recorded feedback for my presentation, reflecting on what it meant to be part of this journey and research writing skills Lauren gained in the process. 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐄 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬: ✨ Visit 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑 (https://lnkd.in/e_Bscn3a) for YPAG opportunities. ✨ Explore 𝐍𝐈𝐇𝐑’𝐬 𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐄 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 (https://lnkd.in/e8kK_Bxe) for guidance. Big thank you to all members of the FRACTURE steering group (https://lnkd.in/g2U7fp57), Lauren Lee, @Laila Xu, Oceiah Annesley, Maryam Lyden, Rebecca Harmston, @Paul Musticone and @Viki Ainsworth.

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Top expert in NHS data usage, Jessica Rose Morley, PhD, took to X.com with a pithy dissection of how that data is being collected and shared. “A fundamental problem is that NHS, health, social care, & public health data (you need ALL) are stored in 00s siloed wide but shallow databases, and flowing all over the place. We need to focus on *depth* not just *breadth*. “... policy must focus on quality. Giving researchers broader access to poor quality, missing, messy, uncurated, ill-formatted etc. data will not achieve much.” Is the penny finally dropping for her policymaker audience? Over and over again, those policymakers have told NHS organisations: “here’s a specification, send this data to us”, followed inevitably by expressions of astonishment that the resulting data submissions are riddled with inconsistency and error. Yet they knew full well that the data was coming from a huge variety of IT systems, all configured differently. There is no magic wand for good data quality. Every field and every data table have to be consistent and correct in both structure and meaning, which Insource’s Unified Data Layer (UDL) achieves after around two dozen meticulous transformations, with localisations injected at the right stage along the way. And it’s why we don’t take derived fields on trust, instead we recalculate things like age and responsible commissioner afresh using the correct rules. The NHS is now embarking on a new wave of data collection and aggregation, to be used for many things like performance management, research, and local analytics. Those organisations who submit data in the usual way will get the usual result. But if you would like your data to be useful and accurate, then something more is needed... so drop us a line: https://lnkd.in/ejP99zNN Nadine Carey-Whitehead Graham Bennett Rob Davenport Tim Eltze Greg Stevens Adrian Owen Rachel Lane Donna Smith https://lnkd.in/eFNPVV2v

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The Chancellor has pledged over £2 billion to enhance #NHS technology and digital infrastructure, aiming to streamline care, reduce waiting times, and improve patient outcomes. This funding will support advanced tech solutions across healthcare, empowering the NHS to harness data and innovation for better, more efficient service delivery. Read more about this major investment in healthcare: https://lnkd.in/dxqcQhN3 #NHSDigital #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalTransformation

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We led a two-year national programme to improve outcomes for people with uncontrolled asthma in partnership with the NHS Accelerated Access Collaborative and Health Innovation Network. It led to better identification of patients, upskilling of staff and streamlining access to experts. A paper published this week in the Pharmaceutical Journal summarises the approach and successes. Almost 5,000 extra people with uncontrolled asthma started getting life-changing biologic treatment with more than 3,000 fewer people receiving high-dose steroids which have significant side-effects. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/eSZJCvB5 Find out more about our asthma biologics programme: https://lnkd.in/e_9XXmpd

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