Our Chief Executive, Professor Gary Ford, and our Chair, Peter Ellingworth, played key roles in the newly published Innovation Ecosystem Programme report, co-chairing two of the four workstreams. Gary led the ‘Learning by doing’ element alongside Dr Sam Roberts, the Chief Executive of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Gary said: “The […]
A new report outlines how the 15 health innovation networks (HINs) benefitted patients, addressed NHS challenges and supported economic growth. Our work as an individual network benefits from being part of this national collaboration. The Health Innovation Network Impact Report 2023/24 highlights how local change has led to national impact. These include a number of case […]
We have updated our Net Zero Innovator Guide to support businesses on their net zero journey, aligning healthcare innovation with the global mandate for environmental sustainability. With nations gathered at COP29 in Azerbaijan aiming to accelerate action under the Paris Agreement, and with new policies such as the UN’s Global Stocktake amplifying accountability on emissions […]
We’re showcasing five examples of our capability in health economics and methodology at ISPOR Europe next week. We’re looking forward to discussing our evaluations supporting the development and adoption of high impact digital and AI innovations in healthcare which cover a wide range of clinical areas including depression, diabetes, dementia, coronary artery disease and prostate […]
A series of short animations is helping to raise awareness of health issues associated with cholesterol – and how to combat them. High cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease. Two thirds of those at risk are undertreated. The videos describe the importance of understanding cholesterol, the problems caused by blood fats being out […]
A new evaluation reveals that ‘Hospital at Home’ (HaH) services, also known as virtual wards, have effectively treated thousands of patients and reduced pressure on other NHS services. The independent evaluation carried out in 2023/24 assessed the impact and implementation across the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire West (BOB) Integrated Care System (ICS) of HaH services which […]
We are delighted to announce that Peter Ellingworth has been appointed as the new Chair of Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley. Peter has 25 years experience working at the interface of healthcare innovation and the NHS, following 20 years in industry. He is Chief Executive of the Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI) which […]
More than 250 attended the Power of Digital Health Partnerships at Newbury Racecourse on 2 July 2024. Hundreds of conversations took place, igniting many more collaborations harnessing digital health and AI to address healthcare challenges. Topics covered in the main discussions included cardiovascular disease, mental health, NHS workforce challenges and carbon reduction. Across 12 sessions on […]
Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley has committed to align to the NHS’s net zero targets. These measures not only contribute to environmental sustainability, but also demonstrate a commitment to corporate responsibility, cost savings and long-term viability. We aim to match the NHS net zero emissions targets: by 2040 for those we control directly and […]
An initiative to give patients more tailored support before hip and knee surgery has won a national prize. The project picked up the bronze award in the Most Effective Contribution to Clinical Redesign category of the HSJ Partnership Awards. It was also a finalist in the HealthTech Partnership of the Year category. It is a […]
