Harnessing the power of Clinical Networks in the delivery of integrated care
The value of Clinical Networks in the delivery of high-quality, integrated care has long been recognised. But all too often, turning potential into tangible impact has been a significant challenge.
Lessons from the pandemic are driving innovation in NHS procurement
Tackling the care backlog created by the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a need for service innovation on an unprecedented scale. Hear from our Head of Procurement, Martin Taylor, on how flexible procurement approaches are helping to tackle this challenge in this feature for National Health Executive.
Improving engagement between medicines optimisation teams and general practice during a pandemic
In this article for the Journal of Pharmacy Management, Arden & GEM's medicines optimisation team share their five-point approach to engaging with practices during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Steps to developing coordinated Integrated Care Records across multiple ICSs
Jayne Rooke, Programme Manager at Arden & GEM, and Alec Price-Forbes, Chief Clinical Information Officer at Coventry and Warwickshire ICS, share their experiences and learning points from a programme involving three Integrated Care Systems.
Delivering quality and value from hybrid learning
Learning and Development Manager, Dr David Mathew, considers that role that hybrid learning can play in helping NHS leaders face the challenges of building teams and managing people effectively in a new world of hybrid working.
Change wisely – why we must get evaluation right to make best use of resources
With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to exert pressure throughout the health and care system, on top of an already overstretched service, never has it been more important for us to use NHS resources wisely. In this blog for NHS Confederation, Sally Eason discusses the role that effective evaluat...
Tackling barriers to digitally-enabled care
How do we accelerate take-up of digital solutions while maintaining confidence in the quality and safety of patient care? Our Head of Digital Transformation, Adrian Smith, considers this issue in an article for National Health Executive's September/October edition.
How reverse mentoring can help tackle inequality in the workplace
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, Usman Malik, shares his thoughts on the potential role reverse mentoring can play in an organisation’s journey to tackle inequality in the workplace.
How to measure health inequalities to enable targeted intervention and improve outcomes for all
Our Senior Health Economist, Ana Ohde, considers how healthcare systems can better understand and measure health inequalities, in this blog for Healthcare Leader.
Navigating the big smoke – helping patients avoid poor air quality
Jane Van Aken, Director of Product Development at Spirit Digital explains how adding air quality data to existing platforms for managing long-term conditions can help patients make informed decisions about their outdoor activities.