8th NHS Outpatient Transformation Conference

Patient Flow & Pathways

09:00 am
30 Oct, 2024
15 Hatfields Conference Centre, London SE1 8DJ

8th NHS Outpatient Transformation Conference

Patient Flow & Pathways

09:00 am
30 Oct, 2024
15 Hatfields Conference Centre, London SE1 8DJ

Current Landscape

Outpatient services within the NHS is undergoing significant evolution, marked by a growing demand for accessible and efficient healthcare delivery outside of traditional hospital settings. As the NHS continues to prioritise patient-centered care and cost-effective solutions, outpatient services play a pivotal role in meeting these objectives. However, challenges such as long waiting times, capacity constraints, and the need for improved coordination between primary and secondary care persist.

Importance and timeliness of the event

With the healthcare landscape rapidly evolving and the demand for outpatient care escalating, this event serves as a vital platform to address pressing challenges and capitalise on emerging opportunities. By convening stakeholders from across the healthcare spectrum, including policymakers, clinicians, administrators, and patients, the conference can foster dialogue, share insights, and catalyse actionable solutions. Amid ongoing healthcare reforms, technological advancements, and shifting patient expectations, the need to optimise outpatient services for efficiency, accessibility, and quality has never been more critical. Therefore, this conference not only meets an immediate demand but also provides a strategic opportunity to shape the future of outpatient care delivery within the NHS.

Key content streams:

  1. Outpatient Transformation Programme: Delving into the fundamental goals and obstacles encountered in the Outpatient Transformation Programme.
  2. Empowerment through Patient-Initiated Follow-Up: Examining initiatives that empower patients by allowing them to take control of their follow-up care, fostering greater autonomy and engagement.
  3. Expediting Access and Interaction: Focusing on initiatives aimed at reducing wait times for patients and enhancing accessibility to healthcare services, facilitating seamless interaction with healthcare providers.
  4. Personalised Outpatient Care Models for Elective Recovery: Discussing the implementation of personalised outpatient care models to support elective recovery, aligning with individual patient needs while ensuring continuity of care.
  5. Exploring the Landscape of Teledermatology: Opportunities and Challenges Ahead

Why attend

Through these key subjects, attendees will learn about the latest best practices and innovative solutions within Outpatient services with a focus on improving the quality of care and enhancing patient experience.

The conference is the ideal opportunity for NHS leaders to connect with peers, network with industry experts, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and developments within Outpatient services.

Key Subjects

  • Outpatient Transformation Programme
  • Empowerment through Patient-Initiated Follow-Up
  • Expediting Access and Interaction
  • Personalised Outpatient Care Models for Elective Recovery
  • Exploring the Landscape of Teledermatology

Who will Attend

  • Chief Executives
  • Chief Information Officers
  • Chief Medical Officers
  • Chief Operating Officers
  • Clinical Directors/Heads/Managers/Leads
  • Commissioning Directors/Heads/Managers
  • Consultants in Emergency Medicine
  • Deputy Directors
  • Directors of Delivery
  • Directors of Performance and Improvement
  • Emergency Care Directors/Heads/Managers
  • General Managers
  • IT Directors/Heads/Managers
  • Medical Directors
  • Operating Heads/Managers
  • Operations Directors/Heads/Managers
  • Outpatient Clinic Managers
  • Outpatient Department Managers
  • Patient Liaison Managers
  • Physiotherapists
  • Programme Directors/Heads/Managers
  • Service Directors/Heads/Managers
  • Strategic Planning Directors/Heads/Managers
  • Surgeons
  • Transformation Directors/Heads/Managers
  • Urgent Care Directors/Heads/Managers
  • Dermatologists
  • Dermatology Lead Nurse

Sponsors & Partners

The programme

09:00

Registration and Breakfast

Registration - Open from 9:00 am - Closes at 11:00 am

All delegates must complete their registration process before the 11:00 AM cut-off time. Please arrive in a timely manner to allow for registration and to avoid any inconvenience. Delegates who arrive after the registration deadline will be refused entry to the event.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain the event's schedule and ensuring that everyone can fully participate in the Outpatient Conference. If you have any questions or require assistance, our event staff will be available to assist you with the registration process.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to an insightful and productive event together!

10:00

Chair Opening Address - Katrina Davies, Programme Director, Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust (Invited)

Chair Opening Address - Katrina Davies, Programme Director, Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust (Invited)

10:05

Keynote Presentation - Richard Samuel, National Director of Outpatient Recovery and Transformation (Invited)

Outpatient Transformation programme

This presentation delves into the Outpatient Transformation Programme, aiming to enhance outpatient healthcare delivery. It explores primary goals such as improving access, coordination, and quality of care while addressing obstacles like resistance to change and resource constraints. Strategies for overcoming challenges include stakeholder engagement, technology integration, and policy advocacy.

10:25

Exploring the Landscape of Teledermatology Panel Discussion

Roz Davies
General Manager
Royal Cornwall Hospital’s NHS Trust

This panel delves into the transformative role of technology in dermatology, covering advancements, clinical applications, challenges, and future directions. Experts discuss cutting-edge innovations such as AI-driven analysis and teleconsultation platforms, while addressing concerns around patient privacy, regulatory compliance and equitable access. Emphasizing patient-centered care, the discussion highlights real-world scenarios and strategies for seamless integration into healthcare systems.

Panellists: 

  • Skin Analytics Speaker TBC
  • Richard Samuel, National Director of Outpatient Recovery and Transformation (Invited)
  • Dr Julia Schofield, Consultant Dermatologist United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (Invited)
  • Suzanne Sheppard, Operational Services Manager, ULH (Invited)
  • Roz Davies, Care Group Manager for Specialist Services and Surgery at the Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (Confirmed)

10:55

Main Sponsor

Main Sponsor

11:15

Morning Break

Morning Break

12:15

Chair Morning Reflection - Katrina Davies, Programme Director, Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust (Invited)

Chair Morning Reflection - Katrina Davies, Programme Director, Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust (Invited)

12:20

Case Study - Skin Analytics

Case Study - Skin Analytics

12:40

Case Study - Dedalus

Case Study - Dedalus

13:00

Keynote Presentation - Paul Doyle, national programme director for elective recovery, NHS England (Invited)

Empowerment through Patient-Initiated Follow-Up

Within this presentation, we'll look into strategies that give patients the reins in initiating follow-up consultations, harnessing user-friendly technology and communication platforms to boost their autonomy and involvement. Central topics include prioritising patient needs, the pivotal role of technology, streamlining processes, empowering patients, and tackling implementation hurdles.

13:20

Case Study

Case Study

13:40

Networking and Lunch

Networking and Lunch

14:40

Chair Afternoon Address - Katrina Davies, Programme Director, Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust (Invited)

Chair Afternoon Address - Katrina Davies, Programme Director, Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust (Invited)

14:45

Case Study

Case Study

15:05

Keynote Presentation -Stella Vig, NHS National Clinical Director for Elective Care, NHS England (Provisionally Confirmed)

Optimising Elective Recovery through Personalised Outpatient Care

This presentation explores the transformative potential of personalised outpatient care models in optimising elective recovery. By tailoring care plans to individual patient needs, preferences, and lifestyle factors, these innovative models enhance patient engagement, compliance, and clinical outcomes. We'll delve into various strategies, including remote monitoring, customised rehabilitation programs and patient-centered decision-making frameworks, augmented by technology integration and data analytics. Through a patient-centric approach, emphasizing education, empowerment, and community support.

15:25

Case Study

Case Study

15:45

Keynote Presentation - In-person, video and hybrid group consultations: expediting access and interaction? (Confirmed)

Dr Chrysanthi Papoutsi
Associate Professor
University of Oxford

In this presentation, I will provide an overview of the research evidence on group consultations including remote delivery. I will discuss how different group consulting models have been used to fulfil different purposes in different settings and will discuss relevant implementation and sustainability challenges.

16:05

Canapés, Drinks and Networking

Canapés, Drinks and Networking

17:30

End of Day

End of Day

Convenzisvents

Your Pass Includes....

Your Pass Includes:

  • Multiple live keynote presentations
  • Live examples of both NHS and Commercial best practice
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Refreshments included
  • Meet the supplier sessions.
  • Networking opportunity
  • Live Q&A sessions with all speakers on the day
  • Drinks receptions (subject to event)
  • CPD accreditation
  • Prize draws

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