The programme
09:00
Registration and Breakfast
Registration - Open from 9:00 am - Closes at 11:00 am
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Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to an insightful and productive event together!
10:00
Chair Opening Address (Confirmed)
Dr Gurnak Singh Dosanjh
GP
LLR ICB
Chair Opening Address (Confirmed)
10:05
Keynote Presentation - Modern general practice – embarking on a transformation journey (Confirmed)
Dr Minal Bakhai
GP and National Director for Primary Care and Community Transformation and Improvement
NHS England
Modern general practice is the foundation of a transformation journey to better align capacity with need, improve patient experience and improve the working environment for general practice staff.
Join this session to find out more about how modern general practice is part of a strategic approach to support transformation and enable general practice to be sustainable for the future.
10:25
The Evolving Role of Primary Care in the NHS Panel Discussion
Dr Gopesh Farmah
Chief Clinical Information Officer East & North Herts CCG, GP
Herts & West Essex ICB
Dr Sheikh Mateen Ellahi MBBS, MRCGP,MBA
Private and NHS GP Partner and trainer. PCN Lead in teaching
Primary Care Consultant
Lucy McLaughlin
Head of Cancer Commissioning for
NCL Cancer Alliance and NCL ICB
A look at how the role of primary care has changed and continues to change, with the new changes introduced in April 2024. A look at the current importance in the overall healthcare ecosystem. The panel discussion will allow our panellists to discuss and explore the complexities and future directions of NHS Primary Care.
Panellists:
- Dr Gopesh Farmah MBBS, MRCGP, Dip BSLM, GP Partner, Central Surgery, Sawbo, CCIO for Primary Care, East & North Herts CCG (Confirmed)
- Lucy McLaughlin - Head of Cancer Commisisoning for NCL Cancer Alliance and NCL ICB (Confirmed)
- Sheikh Mateen Ellahi, DR, ElmTree Medical Centre (Confirmed)
12:15
Chair Morning Reflection (Confirmed)
Dr Gurnak Singh Dosanjh
GP
LLR ICB
Chair Morning Reflection (Confirmed)
13:00
Fireside Chat - Saving General Practice (Confirmed)
Sabrina Khan
Consultant Practice Business Manager
Parson Drove Surgery
This session aims to address the current challenges faced by general practice, propose strategies to mitigate these issues, and explore innovative solutions to ensure the sustainability and future success of primary care.
13:20
Case Study - Revolutionising Cancer Detection in Primary Care: The Impact of an AI-driven Platform for Earlier and Faster Diagnosis
Dr Jude Gordon
Clinical Director
C the Signs
Case Study - C the signs
Primary care is at the forefront of early cancer detection, and C the Signs is empowering healthcare professionals to make faster, more accurate diagnoses through AI. This session will explain how our platform, implemented in over 1,400 GP practices, is transforming cancer diagnosis by analysing patient-reported data and electronic health records to triage patients into the most appropriate diagnostic pathways.
We will explore the platform’s 99% sensitivity and its ability to accurately rule cancer in or out in primary care.
Learn how AI is driving better cancer detection rates, improving access to Community Diagnostic Centres (CDCs), and supporting earlier interventions in primary care settings.
14:25
Chair Afternoon Address (Confirmed)
Dr Gurnak Singh Dosanjh
GP
LLR ICB
Chair Afternoon Address (Confirmed)
14:30
Keynote Presentation - Enhancing a culture of learning and development of cancer in primary care (Confirmed)
Dr Clare Stephens
Co Clinical Director
North Central London Cancer Alliance
Sharing an approach North Central London Cancer Alliance has developed from strategy to implementation.
14:50
Keynote Presentation - Unlocking the Power of Digital Transformation: Driving Innovation and Integration in Primary Care (Confirmed)
Hadleigh Stollar
Chief Executive Officer
Healthcare Innovation Consortium
In this presentation, Hadleigh Stollar will explore how digital transformation is reshaping primary care, drawing on real-world examples from his work with South East London ICS, Cambridgeshire & Peterborough ICS and other regions. Hadleigh will discuss the practical benefits of improved interoperability, data-driven insights, and streamlined workflows, all of which are essential for enhancing patient outcomes and reducing administrative burdens.
Key themes will include:
- How digital solutions can empower healthcare professionals with real-time information and integrated care pathways.
- The importance of patient-centric approaches in using technology for better access and personalised care.
- Addressing the challenges and opportunities in driving digital adoption within primary care, from local strategies to national frameworks.
- Insights into creating a digitally connected ecosystem that supports continuous improvement and innovation.
Hadleigh will showcase actionable strategies and successful case studies, demonstrating how the NHS can further harness digital tools to meet the evolving demands of primary care.
15:10
Navigating the Future of Primary Care Panel Discussion
Dr Sheikh Mateen Ellahi MBBS, MRCGP,MBA
Private and NHS GP Partner and trainer. PCN Lead in teaching
Primary Care Consultant
Denise Smith
Practice Manager
Merepark Medical Centre, Alsager, Cheshire
Dr Barry Coakley
Deputy Chief Medical Officer & GP
Bath & North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board
A delve into a discussion on the challenges, innovations and opportunities within the primary care sector.
Panellists:
- Sheikh Mateen Ellahi, DR, ElmTree Medical Centre (Confirmed)
- Denise Smith, Practice Manager - Merepark Medical Centre, Alsager, Cheshire (Confirmed)
- Dr Barry Coakley, Deputy Chief Medical Officer & GP, Bath & North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board (Confirmed)
- Dr Karen Kirkham, Chief Medical Officer, Deloitte LLP (Confirmed)
16:00
Canapés, Drinks and Networking
Canapés, Drinks and Networking
