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Welcome back from the summer break - you probably noticed a new administration has crept in the back door and got their feet under the table, and we haven’t talked about it much whilst we’ve been off having fun on our big Summer tour. So, we’re catching-up on the news of the last three months across key health tech themes like ambient scribes, the NHS app and virtual wards, plus the new PM and the great debacle of Palantir and the Federated Data Platform. Can’t say for sure whether any pigs were harmed in the making of this episode. LINKS Join the Ministry WhatsApp chat … https://chat.whatsapp.com/JL4d2LrwsKIDnH9VkI1KXf?mode=gi_t Follow us on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Get tickets for HETT with 25% discount using the code HSLP25PC https://hubs.la/Q04p_xqv0 Join our Whats App communtiy … https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPzipVbKmFSKd2iJN2jWH4?mode=gi_t Check-out the facts about the FDP through “Not with my NHS data” … https://notwithmynhsdata.org/ Apply for the MHRA AI sandbox … https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/london-region-i-mhra-regulatory-sandbox-call-for-expressions-of-interest/london-region-i-mhra-regulatory-sandbox-call-for-expressions-of-interest MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laser Groove" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Getting It Done" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Chee Zee Beach" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

What is actually happening with the Neighbourhoods Programme? We've heard about it endlessly and it's constantly top of the agenda, but what changes can already be seen on the ground? What's been the impact on staff and patients so far? What's still to come and how clear is the execution plan? We're live at alternative conference AireFest26 in Leeds to investigate, and its the ideal opportunity to ban buzzphrases, policy speak and strategy gobbledy-g**k to ask why will this work and how would you explain it in everyday Mum language? Joined by programme leads, digital activists, GPs and more, we're lifting the lid on the whole thing as well as blasting out everyone's favourite royalty-free cover music across the City from our rooftop podcast studio in the sun. Join the Ministry WhatsApp chat … https://chat.whatsapp.com/JL4d2LrwsKIDnH9VkI1KXf?mode=gi_t Follow us on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com “Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

It's out! Grab a cup of tea and cookie - it's a special feature length episode as we drive to HLTH Europe, Amsterdam. Join a stellar cast from across the best of British health tech as we circumnavigate pirates, sailors, starlings, cyclists, mystery boxes and dutch pronunciation to reach our rustic bedroomless houseboat, throw a party with Digital Care, sail the River Amstel and attend Europe's largest health innovation event. It's been a year since our last visit - so what exactly has changed in the industry and, in the wake of recent seismic turbulence in the NHS, what are people's hopes and dreams for the next 12 months in health tech? LINKS Join the Ministry WhatsApp chat … https://chat.whatsapp.com/JL4d2LrwsKIDnH9VkI1KXf?mode=gi_t Follow us on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Register for Nonfed 2026: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/nonfed-2026/registration MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com “Windel Pixel and his Banjo Buddies” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Beachfront Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Moonlight Beach" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Pixel Cha Cha Cha” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

With Wes Streeting’s departure as Health and Social Care Secretary and the situation over Palantir’s access to patient records going nuclear, we’ve got a bumper episode for you. We’re joined by the HSJ to go back to the beginning with the Federated Data Platform debacle and, with agentic AI for health offers booming from all the big players, Director of Health Policy at the Tony Blair Institute, Dr Charlotte Refsum, talks about who’s controlling the front door to the NHS. Whilst the centre continues to wobble we look at how communities and peer groups are stepping up to lead the innovation charge. Plus, event season is here and, with Confed Expo, HLTH Europe and a trip to the seaside right around the corner, we have a lot to plan for. LINKS Join the Ministry WhatsApp chat … https://chat.whatsapp.com/JL4d2LrwsKIDnH9VkI1KXf?mode=gi_t Follow us on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out about The Evolve Collaborative at NHS Alliance https://thenhsalliance.org/evolve-collaborative Read Charlotte Refum’s article “Who controls access to NHS care in the age of big tech?” https://institute.global/insights/public-services/who-controls-access-to-nhs-care-in-the-age-of-big-tech MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laser Groove" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Chee Zee Beach" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Moonlight Beach" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

As the highs of our Spring Fling begin to subside, we’re talking neighbourhood health, it’s the only show in town right now, but how is healthtech assisting ICBs in making the transition? We’re also asking where health tech meets the transformational new Tobacco and Vapes Bill out this month and, with the latest cohort of UK innovators just back from visiting the Canadian health system, we’re looking into what’s on offer out there for you. Plus, we’re getting ready for NHS Confed Expo and HLTH Europe which are just around the corner - and planning a cheeky little trip to the seaside. LINKS Join the Ministry WhatsApp chat … https://chat.whatsapp.com/JL4d2LrwsKIDnH9VkI1KXf?mode=gi_t Follow us on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out about the Smoke Free digitally enabled smoking cessation service … Smokefreeapp.com Or contact Dr Dave Crane with commissioning enquiries … [email protected] Find out more about the MaRS Discovery District in Toronto … https://www.marsdd.com/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Pixel Party” Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Main Street Pixelville” Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Cloud Dancer" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Getting It Done" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

We’re live in Birmingham at Rewired 2026 - catching-up with a host of health tech SMEs and network members, getting the lowdown on the recent changes to DTAC, hearing the inside track on one of the biggest deployments of Ambient Voice Technology in the NHS and running a mini masterclass on dealing with Imposter Syndrome. We’ve got all the details about the next Ministry networking event, the Spring Fling, at the end of April - and we were eagerly waiting to grab the winner of Pitchfest 2026 as they came off stage. Join us for all the highlights of this unmissable two-day event in the health tech calendar. LINKS Get free tickets to the Ministry of Health Tech Spring Fling on 23rd April … https://luma.com/tl7xcesq Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Connect with Imposter Syndrome coach Dr Liz Glidewell … https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-liz-glidewell-3b77a668/ Hear more about AVT in nursing on the Future Nurse Notes LIVE! podcast … https://podfollow.com/future-nurse-notes-live/view MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com “8 Bit Techno” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laser Pack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Main Street Pixelville” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Bassa Island Game Loop" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

We’re live in Yorkshire at the HETT Leaders Summit 2026, experiencing local focus with national relevance - and Damian is well out of his Essex comfort zone. Find out more about the big changes at NICE in the way they will be assessing, and actually mandating, health technology in the same way they do pharmaceuticals. Plus, we’re covering more about mental health tech, like we promised, and we’ve got a couple of great case studies ranging from simple tech enabled support services to highly scientific brain stimulating headsets that help people to feel great again. There’s a trip to the pub, catch-ups with the Leeds crew, some general giddyness, our best sound track yet, Northern News and an AI slop meme that makes us laugh. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Get Neil Perry’s monthly Synergy Digital Health Innovation news update … https://www.linkedin.com/company/synergy-digital-health-innovation-ltd/posts/?feedView=all Hear Neil Perry on the Future Nurse Notes LIVE! Podcast with Natasha Phillips … https://podfollow.com/future-nurse-notes-live/view Find out more about Hope for the Community … https://www.h4c.org.uk/ Rent or buy a Flow headset for your mental wellbeing … https://www.flowneuroscience.com/ Find out more about Clean Slate Clinic … https://cleanslateclinic.co.uk/ Contact Clean Slate Clinic … [email protected] Find out more about Rewired, 24/25 Mar 2026 … https://digitalhealthrewired.com/ Get 10% off commercial tickets (NHS is free) at Rewired, 24/25 Mar 2026 … Discount code: RW26MOH10 https://digitalhealthrewired.com/register/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

It might be wet outside, but it’s been dry January, so we’re finding out where health tech meets alcohol dependency. We’ve got news about upcoming Ministry networking events and we’re uncovering the secrets of Rewired - it’s an unmissable date in the health tech calendar, but where are the afterparties happening and who’s giving out free coffees? Author, journalist, academic and policy influencer Nick Timmins pays us a new year visit and Damian has some ideas for surviving February, the most miserable of months. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out more about Clean Slate Clinic … https://cleanslateclinic.com/uk Contact Clean Slate Clinic … [email protected] Register for “Ministry in the Office” coworking at Hale House, London, 04 Feb 2026 … https://mailchi.mp/773400047a13/i4qheci1w4 Find out more about Rewired, 24/25 Mar 2026 … https://digitalhealthrewired.com/ Get 10% off commercial tickets (NHS is free) at Rewired, 24/25 Mar 2026 … Discount code: RW26MOH10 https://digitalhealthrewired.com/register/ Give feedback to the MHRA on approaches to regulating AI, before 02 Feb 2026 … https://www.surveys.mhra.gov.uk/6939648ad7139569e30a4579 Enter the Health Tech News Primary Care Awards, before 02 Feb 2026 … https://htn.co.uk/htn-primary-care-awards/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Pixel Party” Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Cloud Dancer" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Getting It Done" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

After a year of ups and downs it’s time for some Christmas joy in the briefing room - we celebrate some of the things that are working really well in health tech, like digital first GP practices of the future and heart-warming music tech for people with dementia. We ask why the NHS app is suddenly sticky, review all the achievements of the year gone by, reveal what’s coming-up next year, and hear 2025 highlights from a star-studded cast of industry innovators. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out more about Music for My Mind … https://musicformymind.com/ Find out more about Digital Health Rewired 2026 … https://digitalhealthrewired.com/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Christmas Rap" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Chee Zee Beach" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Beach Party" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Oh Xmas Tree" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "We Wish You a Merry Christmas" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

Damian’s been at the House of Commons pitching three ideas for reform in the health tech market - and we’re joined by former Health Minister Lord James Bethell who’s helping us rip it all to pieces. As 2025 draws to a close, an esteemed panel of innovators helps guide us on plans for how the industry needs supporting in 2026 - plus, for a bit of light relief, we have the behind the scenes bloopers from Westminster and an invite to join us for a health innovators Christmas networking breakfast at Hale House. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Register to join us for breakfast at Hale House on 02 Dec 2025 … https://www.onehealthtech.com/events-1/winter-warm-up-a-health-innovators-networking-breakfast Register for the Future Nurse AVT in nursing webinar on 15 Dec 2025 … https://futurenurse.uk/2025/11/10/upcoming-avt-and-nursing/ Find out more about Pitchfest at Rewired 2026 ... https://digitalhealthrewired.com/pitchfest Get in touch with Silver Buck before 28 Nov 2025 for free support in applying to Pitchfest: https://www.silver-buck.com/contact-us/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Nowhere Land" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Beachfront Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Slow Ska Game Loop" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

Scrummy mummies, zombies, AI driven sales intelligence for start-ups, phobia-busting extended reality, Canada’s health tech market and the boringly named NHS Medium Term Plan. We enjoy a visit from health tech megamind Liam Cahill, surgically dissect our Halloween networking event and deliver an unmissable offer of free support to help you apply for Pitchfest at Rewired 2026. What’s not to like about that? LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Find out more about Crows Nest … https://crowsnestai.net/ Book a free consultation with [email protected] Find out more about XR Therapeautics … https://www.xrtherapeutics.co.uk/mental-health-care Find out more about Pitchfest at Rewired 2026 ... https://digitalhealthrewired.com/pitchfest Get in touch with Silver Buck for free support in applying to Pitchfest: https://www.silver-buck.com/contact-us/ Apply to the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme before 28 Nov 25 … https://nhscep.com/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Windel Pixel and his Banjo Buddies" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Chipper Doodle" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

Having learned yesterday about thinking "pathway not product", developing informed game plans and how to build coalitions instead of concerns, the team are back for the final episode. More expert guests help to explain how to ensure there is demand for change and how to link policy to problem solving. They question when is the right time to call an implementation complete and discuss how to amplify your critical signals agains the noise of the innovation landscape. Base on the Health Innovation Network's "Seven Conditions for Successful Innovation" these two unique special edition podcasts offer compelling insights for both innovators scaling products and intrapreneurial health care professionals, in an essential and comprehensive guide to successful health tech innovation. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Explainer video “Seven Conditions for Successful Innovation” … https://thehealthinnovationnetwork.co.uk/health-innovation-network-explainer/ Seven Conditions for Successful Innovation … 1. Think pathway not product. The implementation of innovation is almost always about complicated technologies being adopted within complex environments. This means that it is not helpful to only focus on adding a single “point solution” into an existing way of working. Instead take time to understand the whole pathway being affected by the solution, making sure that you explore the reality for the staff, the users and the organisations involved in delivering that service. Consider the cultural implications of change just as much as the technical requirements. 2. Develop an informed game plan. Work through the implementation end-to-end by drawing together trusted experts with practical experience to build a collective understanding of the change process – and importantly help you to identify and address any blind spots. The use of a framework can help this thinking to be systematic and simulation or scenario exercises can be particularly helpful. 3. Build coalitions not concerns. 
Evidence collation is an opportunity to build a coalition for implementation. Consider who needs to be convinced, what evidence they are looking for, and how that evidence speaks to the genuine problems that they are actually facing. Disruptive innovation is alienating for those being disrupted, so work with early adopters to develop practical ‘how to’ examples; use trusted opinion leaders to amplify communication; and engage with royal colleges, patient groups, clinical bodies and other key stakeholders as early as possible. 4. Ensure there is demand not just supply. 
Think how to create system ‘pull’. Work first where there is already natural demand for change; and consider the range of incentives that will help your project to stand out against the competing demands of other system requirements, or – even better – support the delivery of those other priorities. Where possible find ways to share the accountability for implementation with system leaders, and delivery organisations. 5. Link policy to problem-solving. 
Anticipate and reduce barriers to implementation; and work closely with early adopters, commissioners and policy makers to solve problems together. Initial policy can be turned into early practice, but early practice must then refine policy. For example, this might include payments and funding rules, regulatory permissions, or planning guidance inclusion. Keep iterating so that impact influences policy which then influences impact and so on. 6. Amplify the signal against the noise. 
Radical change and innovation can happen quickly, but is rarely the norm. We shouldn’t expect widespread uptake at speed where conditions don’t require, support, or allow it. However uptake can be best amplified when NHS priorities align with the promised impact of implementation. Think deeply about how the innovation will support the most pressing needs of the NHS. 7. Stay with the implementation. 
Change takes time. Avoid simply moving on to the next thing. Be curious about what’s working and what’s not; and show appreciation for those doing the delivery. Above all, recognise that true transformation doesn’t end with the conclusion of a pilot; stay with the implementation until it is genuinely embedded as the default “business as usual” workflow. MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Nowehere Land" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Pixel Island” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org “Pixel Party” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org “Inky and Blinky’s Band” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

More than a decade of innovating in the NHS has shown the Health Innovation Network what it takes to implement new ideas successfully. Their “Seven Conditions for Successful Innovation” is a guide for health tech suppliers and NHS partners alike. So, what are the essential ingredients, how do they work, and what happens when we put them to the test? Recorded over two days live at HETT Show 2025 and featuring a giant cast of innovation veterans, tech suppliers, opinion leaders and conference goers, these two unique special edition podcasts offer compelling insights for both innovators scaling products and intrapreneurial health care professionals, in an essential and comprehensive guide to successful health tech innovation. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Explainer video “Seven Conditions for Successful Innovation” … https://thehealthinnovationnetwork.co.uk/health-innovation-network-explainer/ Seven Conditions for Successful Innovation … 1. Think pathway not product. The implementation of innovation is almost always about complicated technologies being adopted within complex environments. This means that it is not helpful to only focus on adding a single “point solution” into an existing way of working. Instead take time to understand the whole pathway being affected by the solution, making sure that you explore the reality for the staff, the users and the organisations involved in delivering that service. Consider the cultural implications of change just as much as the technical requirements. 2. Develop an informed game plan. Work through the implementation end-to-end by drawing together trusted experts with practical experience to build a collective understanding of the change process – and importantly help you to identify and address any blind spots. The use of a framework can help this thinking to be systematic and simulation or scenario exercises can be particularly helpful. 3. Build coalitions not concerns. 
Evidence collation is an opportunity to build a coalition for implementation. Consider who needs to be convinced, what evidence they are looking for, and how that evidence speaks to the genuine problems that they are actually facing. Disruptive innovation is alienating for those being disrupted, so work with early adopters to develop practical ‘how to’ examples; use trusted opinion leaders to amplify communication; and engage with royal colleges, patient groups, clinical bodies and other key stakeholders as early as possible. 4. Ensure there is demand not just supply. 
Think how to create system ‘pull’. Work first where there is already natural demand for change; and consider the range of incentives that will help your project to stand out against the competing demands of other system requirements, or – even better – support the delivery of those other priorities. Where possible find ways to share the accountability for implementation with system leaders, and delivery organisations. 5. Link policy to problem-solving. 
Anticipate and reduce barriers to implementation; and work closely with early adopters, commissioners and policy makers to solve problems together. Initial policy can be turned into early practice, but early practice must then refine policy. For example, this might include payments and funding rules, regulatory permissions, or planning guidance inclusion. Keep iterating so that impact influences policy which then influences impact and so on. 6. Amplify the signal against the noise. 
Radical change and innovation can happen quickly, but is rarely the norm. We shouldn’t expect widespread uptake at speed where conditions don’t require, support, or allow it. However uptake can be best amplified when NHS priorities align with the promised impact of implementation. Think deeply about how the innovation will support the most pressing needs of the NHS. 7. Stay with the implementation. 
Change takes time. Avoid simply moving on to the next thing. Be curious about what’s working and what’s not; and show appreciation for those doing the delivery. Above all, recognise that true transformation doesn’t end with the conclusion of a pilot; stay with the implementation until it is genuinely embedded as the default “business as usual” workflow. MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Nowehere Land" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ “Pixel Island” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org “Pixel Party” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org “Inky and Blinky’s Band” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org "Blippy Trance" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

We ask what should be keeping health tech founders awake at night when it comes to the rapid advance of AI? Broadcasting live at The Fix festival, we also experience some tear-jerking virtual reality programmes, hear health tech founders’ confessions, deep dive into women’s health tech and get tips on selling health tech to private sector healthcare providers. There are great member offers on everything from co-working at Hale House to agile coaching and user centred design workshops - plus a bit of cheeky nonsense happens in the sauna area. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Get tickets for Ministry’s Autumn Networking event on 30th October … https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ministry-of-health-tech-autumn-networking-tickets-1673007062159?aff=oddtdtcreator Find out more about our partners at Aire Logic … https://www.airelogic.com/ Get discounts and free tasters on agile coaching, user centred design workshops and product/website accessibility assessments from Aire Logic … Email [email protected] with “MINISTRY” in the subject line Find out more about the home of health tech coworking at Hale House … https://www.spacemade.co/locations/london/hale-house/ Get 30% off Hale House membership, meeting rooms or event space … Email [email protected] with “MINISTRY” in the subject line Get 25% off tickets for HETT on 7/8 Oct 25 using the discount code HSL25PC … https://www.hettshow.co.uk/registration Find out more about Mutu Systems and their Vagina Workout … https://mutusystem.com/en-uk/ Buy yourself a Monk Ice Bath and record your own health tech news at home … https://discovermonk.com/ MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Voxel Revolution" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Space Jazz" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Beachfront Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Under The 8 Bit Stars" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Del Rio Bravo" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50

The way medical devices are approved for use in the UK is changing, if your tech depends on a CE or UKCA mark you’ll need to know, so the MHRA joins us to explain. We’re also asking experts from Cloud Gateway if the NHS’s tech networks can really withstand the ten year plan’s big shift from analogue to digital. We’re getting ready to go to the HETT show so we’ve got the lowdown on what that’s all about this year, and we’ve rounded up all the news and info from the last month in health tech, so you don’t have to. LINKS Follow Ministry of Health Tech on LinkedIn for community chat and news … https://www.linkedin.com/company/ministry-of-health-tech Register to our mailing list for early notice of upcoming Ministry events … https://mailchi.mp/6e8036301ba2/lgrvizlh6r Speak to Cloud Gateway about your networks and systems … https://www.cloudgateway.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-stern-93a98880/ See BT’s eBook on Building Cyber Resilient Healthcare … https://business.bt.com/insights/building-cyber-resilient-healthcare/ Get 20% off tickets for The Fix on 18 Sep 25 using the discount code MINISTRY20 … https://thefix.io/tickets/ Get 25% off tickets for HETT on 7/8 Oct 25 using the discount code HSL25PC … https://www.hettshow.co.uk/registration Apply to be a fellow on the NHS Innovation Accelerator from 01 Sep 25 … https://nhsaccelerator.com/ Enter the HSJ Partnership Awards before the 03 Oct 25 deadline … https://partnership.hsj.co.uk/hsj-partnership-awards-categories-and-criteria Kings Fund 10 Year Health Plan Event - 09 Sep 25 … https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/events/ten-year-health-plan Nursing Times - Digital Nursing Event - 24 Sep 25 … https://digitalnursing.nursingtimes.net/NTDN25/en/page/home# Get your tech involved with the Future Nurse event - 29 Sep 25, email … [email protected] MUSIC & FX CREDITS V/O - Helen Phillips - https://www.helenphillipsvoice.com "Lasergroove" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Laserpack" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Tech Live" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Beachfront Celebration" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Nowehere Land" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Island Meet and Greet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ "Dark Arts FX", Daniel Mumford, Imuno https://imuno.sourceaudio.com/album/8858841?o=track_number&d=a&pg=0&show=50