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The Operating Theatre in the year 2030
The Operating
Theatre
in the year 2030
2025.
LONDON, ENGLAND
Join us at the NHS Hospital Theatre 2030 Conference to explore the future of surgical care and innovation. This event will focus on how technology like robotics, artificial intelligence, and advanced imaging is changing the way surgeries are performed and improving outcomes for patients. Experts from across healthcare and technology will share practical insights into how these advancements can make operating rooms more efficient, precise, and patient-focused.
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Session Title and Description |
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10:00 - 10:30 |
What opportunities are there for developers and innovators in the sector? Chairperson: 
Professor Shafi Ahmed
Consultant Colorectal Surgeon, Barts Health NHS Trust 
Ali Parsa,
Announcing the launch of Qu, an AI personal clinical assistant designed by clinicians, for clinicians. Ali Parsa is an international Healthcare Entrepreneur, Founder of Quadrivia, Babylon and Circle Health |
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| 10:30 - 11:15 |
Does organisational culture supporting innovation, help or hinder innovation? Chairperson: 
Talac Mahmud,
Partner at HIYOS Firstcare 
Chris Chaney
Chief Executive at CW+ 
Christopher Bound,
Lead Nurse WLCH CYP Diabetes , West London’s Children’s Healthcare 
AUSTEN El-Osta,
Director, Imperial College London 
Charlotte Wickens,
Interim Policy Manager, The King's Fund |
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| 11:15 - 11:45 |
Fireside chat with chair of the NHS: reflction of challenges Chairperson: 
Richard Meddings,
Chair, NHS England 
Roy Lilley,
Health policy analyst, writer, broadcaster and commentator on the National Health Service |
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| 11:45 - 12:30 |
Accelerating Health Tech Adoption: Overcoming Barriers to Transformative Change The healthcare sector often faces significant barriers to adopting new technologies—from regulatory hurdles to resistance from stakeholders. This session will dive into effective strategies for accelerating health tech adoption, addressing key challenges like data security, training requirements, and interoperability issues. Attendees will gain insights into bridging the gap between innovation and implementation, with a focus on how collaboration between technology providers, clinicians, and regulators can ensure that innovative solutions are deployed safely and effectively to benefit patients and providers alike.Pitching companies: 
Callyope
Silbo
Syadem
IMS Medication
R Plus Plus
Quantiq.io
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| 12:30 - 13:00 |
Startup Showcase GIANT is proud to showcase an impressive selection of Europe’s leading, award winning health-tech innovation start-ups. Continuing our 10-year track record as the leading “magnet for innovation”, according to the BBC, here’s an important selection of superb businesses demonstrating valuable innovations in healthcare - innovations that support GIANT’s mission “To improve the health and well-being of people around the world, by facilitating the acceleration and adoption of tech innovation” 
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| 13:00 - 14:30 | Lunch and Networking | |
| 14:30 - 14:50 | Innovation in Design and Development of Rapid Tests: improving products and processes
Nina Garrett,
Chief Technical Officer, Abingdon Health 
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| 14:50 - 15:25 | Integrated Neighborhood teams
Chriss Hilton,
Chief Operating Officer, West London NHS Trust 
Blessings G Ncube,
Head of PCN Strategy and Development, Hounslow Consortium Team |
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| 15:25 - 15:45 | Children's Health Innovation 
Darren Gates,
Clinical Innovator / Consultant of Paediatric Intensive Care, Alder Hey Children's Hospital 
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| 17:00 - 22:00 |
GIANT Health Event “After party + Christmas Drinks”. In the bar at the Hilton Hotel Angel Islington, directly adjacent to the Business Design Centre. 53 Upper St, London N1 0UY Everyone invited. Cash bar |
The conference will also discuss the changing needs of the surgical workforce and strategies to ensure equal access to high-quality care. Through keynote talks, panel discussions, and demonstrations, you’ll learn about new tools and practices that aim to improve safety, sustainability, and training in NHS theatres. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, policymaker, or innovator, this event is an opportunity to discover how NHS theatres are preparing for the challenges and possibilities of 2030.
The Operating Theater in the year 2030 for NHS conference is designed for a wide range of professionals who are passionate about advancing healthcare within the NHS. Ideal attendees include NHS executives, clinical leaders, healthcare administrators, policy makers, and technology innovators who are interested in learning about the latest advancements in medical technology, process improvements, and patient-centered solutions. This event is also invaluable for professionals focused on digital health, data analytics, and healthcare strategy who aim to stay at the forefront of change. Whether you’re driving policy, improving patient outcomes, or implementing new technologies, this conference offers the insights and connections needed to make a meaningful impact within the NHS.