James Titcombe OBE

In this insightful discussion, James Titcombe OBE, a patient safety advocate shaped by the tragic loss of his son, dives deep into the concept of patient safety, defining it as striving for zero avoidable harm. He highlights the significant progress made since the Morecambe Bay inquiry, yet underscores ongoing cultural challenges in maternity care. James advocates for teamwork and multidisciplinary approaches to enhance outcomes while addressing stark inequalities in maternal care. His call for a shift towards proactive problem sensing resonates as he emphasizes the shocking costs of avoidable harm.