From Analogue to Digital: The Future of Healthcare

From Analogue to Digital: The Future of Healthcare takes place on 20 January 2027. Venue: The University of Salford, Salford.

Healthcare is changing at an unprecedented pace. Advances in artificial intelligence, digital technologies, data, and innovation are transforming the way health and care are delivered, creating exciting opportunities for the workforce of tomorrow. Join us for an inspiring evening as the University of Salford brings together students, academic colleagues, healthcare professionals and Industry partners and NHS leaders to explore what the future of digital healthcare will look like, and what it means for those preparing to work within it and the role on academic institutions. The event will begin with a keynote address from James Freed,Deputy Director, NHS Digital Academy ,NHS England providing an inspiring overview of the opportunities, challenges and innovations shaping the future of health and care. This will be followed by an engaging On the Sofa panel discussion featuring experts from across healthcare, digital innovation and academia, who will share their experiences and discuss topics including: Digital transformation across health and care Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies Innovation and collaboration The future healthcare workforce Preparing students for digitally enabled careers Leadership in an increasingly digital NHS The panel will be chaired by: Dr Cristina Vasilica Cristina is a Reader in Digital Health, and Head of Digital Education, in the Faculty of Health, Community and Life Sciences, University of Salford. In addition, she co-leads the Digital Health and Medical Imaging. Panel Members: Professor Natasha Phillips Honorary Professor, University of Salford Founder, Future Nurse Professor Jacqui Cooper Chief Nursing Informatics Officer Health Innovation Manchester Sarah Webb Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Salford Chief Nursing Information Officer Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Richard Cox Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Salford Chief Nursing Informatics Officer Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Professor David Rog Honorary Professor, University of Salford Consultant Neurologist Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Professor David Brettle Honorary Professor, University of Salford Chief Scientific Officer Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Whether you are a student considering your future career, an academic with an interest in digital innovation, or a healthcare professional keen to explore the future direction of health and care, this event offers a unique opportunity to hear from leading voices, ask questions, and join the conversation. Following the discussion, there will be an opportunity to take part in a Q&A and continue networking with the speakers and fellow attendees over refreshments. Places are free but booking is essential Travel Information and Carparking your nearest car park is the Allerton Car Park, accessed via Frederick Road, off the A6 Broad Street. Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/MVvUL76bUsKw5TU77 Google Maps Plus Code: FPQC+M7 Salford what3words (Car Park Entrance): https://w3w.co/wells.sand.paper Please note that parking on campus is limited and we encourage guests to consider alternative methods of transport where possible. Further information can be found below: Car parking information: Car parking | University of Salford Travel information: Travel | University of Salford Travel updates and building works: Travel updates and building works | University of Salford Campus map: campus map