What If: The Future of Healthcare with Francesca Markland | Podcast #95

In this thought-provoking episode of the Mic Drop Club, host Douglas Hamandishe engages in a deep and expansive conversation with Francesca Markland, a pioneer in digital healthcare and a passionate advocate for health equity. Together, they explore the controversial and imaginative scenario: "What if the government closed all hospitals in London, only permitting life-saving operations?"

Douglas and Francesca delve into digital healthcare's transformative potential, early intervention's importance, and the critical role of Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) in a radically altered healthcare landscape. They discuss the implications for community-based care, the necessity of overcoming institutional biases, and the ethical considerations in collaborating with private sector suppliers.

Francesca's extensive experience and dynamic insights provide a compelling narrative on how we can reimagine healthcare delivery. She emphasises the need for a holistic, integrated approach that prioritises not just the physical but also the emotional and social well-being of individuals.

Join us as we navigate through these challenging yet essential conversations, uncovering the possibilities of a future where healthcare is accessible, equitable, and deeply connected to the communities it serves.

Highlights:

• The potential of digital infrastructure in a hospital-free healthcare system.


• Strategies for early intervention and prevention to manage chronic conditions.


• The evolution and role of Integrated Care Boards in coordinating care.


• The importance of community and social care in a decentralised healthcare model.


• Ethical considerations in partnerships with private sector suppliers.


• The significance of physical community and emotional well-being in overall health.

Special Note: This episode is packed with insightful discussions and "mic drop" moments that will leave you rethinking the future of healthcare. Don't miss it!

Thank you to Francesca Find out more about her great work and transformational insights:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-markland-269990172/

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