Evolution Exchange Digital Health Podcast

In this episode, Bernadette Clarke is joined by Sara Felix, Deputy Director for the 10 Year Plan, Engagement at the Department of Health and Social Care. They discuss the challenges and successes of female leadership within healthcare and the broader public sector. Tune in for insights on empowering women in leadership roles, fostering gender equality, and navigating the complexities of leading in the health and social care sectors.

Host Bernadette Clarke speaks with Marte Roa Syvertsen, Head of Research at Drammen Hospital, Vestre Viken HF, to discuss how digital technologies are improving epilepsy care. Marte shares insights on research into remote monitoring tools that help patients and clinicians manage epilepsy more effectively. The conversation explores advances in wearable health tech, telehealth systems, and digital data tracking that support early intervention and personalized treatment. Discover how modern digital solutions are transforming neurology and enabling better patient outcomes in epilepsy management.

Emma Howard is joined by Jordan Reynolds, Lead Pharmacy Technician for EPMA & Pharmacy IT Systems at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust; Adam Jackson, Pharmacy Technician Team Manager for EPMA at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust and Charlotte Widdop, Pharmacy Technician for EPMA & IT Systems at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. Together, they explore how Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration is revolutionizing patient safety and digital workflows. Discover how this team is driving digital transformation in hospital pharmacy, improving clinical outcomes, and leveraging healthcare IT to modernize prescribing practices across NHS services.

Join host Matthew Plant as he welcomes top nursing informatics leaders from across the NHS. Helen Balsdon, Chief Nursing Information Officer at NHS England, Simon Noel, Deputy Chief Nursing Information Officer at NHS England, Chrissy Dixon, Chief Nursing Information Officer at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, and Sarah Dormor, CNIO at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, share insights into how nurse leaders are shaping the future of digital healthcare. Explore healthcare IT, clinical informatics, and digital innovation driving transformation across the NHS.

Host Rose Sullivan engages with Tom Mann, Digital Transformation Lead; Janet Dodd, Chief Nursing Information Officer; Najma Timms, Speech and Language Therapist and Lead AHP for Digital Technology; and Caroline Kerrison, Chief Clinical Information Officer from Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. They share how digital innovation is improving pediatric healthcare, from clinical informatics and EHR integration to technology-led therapy and nursing advancements. This episode provides valuable insights into the NHS digital transformation journey and the power of collaborative leadership in healthtech.

Join host Matthew Plant as he welcomes Daniel Radford, Head of Digital Programme Management Office at the Federation for the Management of Projects (FMP). They discuss the vital role of structured project management in digital health, the impact of governance on successful project delivery, and strategies for driving efficiency in digital initiatives. Tune in to gain expert insights into how organizations can enhance project execution, optimize digital workflows, and implement industry best practices for large-scale transformation in healthcare and beyond.

In this episode, Rose Sullivan discusses the future of digital health with experts from Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Featuring Hannah Cox, Programme Manager; Jonathan Boxshall, Pathology Quality Manager; and Elizabeth Mullen, Consultant Clinical Biochemist, the conversation dives into the innovative approaches shaping pathology services. The episode highlights how Northumbria Healthcare is leading the charge in improving healthcare delivery, ensuring higher-quality outcomes, and leveraging digital tools to enhance patient care in pathology services.

In this episode, host Annabelle Sargent is joined by three experts in the field of pathology. Saghar Missaghian-Cully, Managing Director of North West London Pathology, Tina Bailey, Managing Director of North Kent Pathology Services, and Nicola Newman, Managing Director of Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services, discuss the role of pathology networks in the NHS. They explore how digital transformation is reshaping pathology services and enhancing healthcare delivery across the UK, focusing on system integration, management, and efficiency.

Matthew Plant dives into the NHS's innovative approach to supporting an ageing population with Elaine Hodges, Programme Manager at South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust. Elaine shares insights on implementing the Ageing Well Programme, a transformative initiative enhancing healthcare for older adults. Discover how programme management and digital strategies are improving patient care, promoting wellness, and addressing the unique needs of an ageing population. This insightful discussion is essential for healthcare professionals, innovators, and anyone passionate about advancing elderly care in today’s healthcare landscape.

Emma Heath explores the critical role of project and programme management in the NHS with leading experts. Gary Adamson (Digital Project and Improvement Manager, York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust), David Swan (Innovation Project Manager, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust), and Christopher Penrose (Programme Manager - Key Systems Improvement, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust) share their experiences and insights. Learn how digital transformation, innovation, and systems improvement drive positive change within the NHS, benefiting patients and healthcare professionals alike.