Tag: Innovation
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The Big Pitch 2025: Transforming Healthcare Together
The NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme (CEP) is proud to announce the return of its flagship event, The Big Pitch 2025, taking place on Thursday, 19th June 2025 in London. This landmark occasion marks the launch of the programme’s ninth cohort and celebrates the extraordinary achievements of Clinical Entrepreneurs from across the country. The Big Pitch is more than…
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Welcoming the 2025 Cohort of the NHS Clinical, Patient, and Dementia Innovators Programme
We are thrilled to announce the results of the NHS Clinical, Patient, and Dementia Innovators Programme for 2025. This year we welcome 216 entrepreneurs who are set to drive innovation within health and social care. A Record-Breaking Year This year, we received an record number of applications, reflecting the growing interest and passion for healthcare…
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Insights from the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme: A BMJ Innovations Article
In a recent article published in BMJ Innovations, Dr. Tamsin Mary Holland Brown, Polly Sullivan – NHS CEP Programme Lead, and Poppy Sullivan – Medical Student, Queen Mary University of London, provide an in-depth look at the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme (CEP). Historical Context and Founding of the CEP The NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme is designed to…
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Our Entrepreneurs: Corinne Birch
In our latest #OurEntrepreneurs profile we meet cohort 8 Clinical Entrepreneur Corinne Birch, Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner in Primary Care. Tell us a bit about yourself I am a proud graduate of King’s College London, where I trained as a Physiotherapist. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of building a rich and varied career. For…
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Empowering Communities: A Midwife’s Mission to Reduce Race-Based Health Inequalities in Maternity Care.
Gemma Poole, a dedicated midwife and entrepreneur, blends innovation and education to champion health equity for underrepresented communities. Gemma Poole is a registered midwife and CEO of both The Essential Baby Company Ltd and The Essential Baby Co in the Community CIC. She is also the Patient and Public Lead for Deep Medical, a Core…
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Meet our mentors: Dimitri Varsamis
Dimitri Varsamis is a healthcare strategy director with 17 years of experience within the NHS. His expertise spans digital and clinical policy, service improvement, and international healthcare. Dimitri’s passion for healthcare innovation drives him to stay connected to the field and support fellow innovators on their journeys. Name: Dimitri Varsamis Occupation: Healthcare Strategy Director “I…
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Meet our mentors: David Do
David H. Do has pursued a unique career path as a healthcare expert, integrating his academic background, strategy consulting experience, and start-up ventures with his commercial acumen. Currently, he is building the Vaccine and Immune Therapy business unit at AstraZeneca Headquarters in Cambridge, where he leads commercial activities and assesses business development opportunities. As a…
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Meet our mentors: Bruce Lynn
Bruce Lynn, the Chief Executive Officer of Queen Square Analytics, a UCL spinout, brings over 30 years of experience in product and business development. His extensive expertise is a valuable asset in mentoring and supporting Clinical Entrepreneurs. Name: Bruce Lynn Occupation: Chief Executive Officer of Queen Square Analytics “With over 30 years of experience in…
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Meet our mentors: Martin Gossling
Martin Gossling is the Head of Innovation at University Hospital Southampton and Senior Associate Member at the Royal Institute of Medicine. Having successfully navigated through Cohort 7 of the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme, Martin has transitioned into a mentorship role, where he now guides and supports the next generation of innovators. Name: Martin Gossling Occupation:…
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Our Entrepreneurs: Majid Akram
In our latest #OurEntrepreneurs profile we meet cohort 8 Clinical Entrepreneur Majid Akram, Chief Clinical Information Officer for Primary Care. Tell us a bit about yourself I am the Chief Clinical Information Officer for Primary Care at Lincolnshire ICB. During my time in this role, I have led programmes to prioritise and implement digital health…