Bridging the divide between IT and EBME will be vital for the digital future of the NHS, along with raising awareness of the profession to the next generation. These and other challenges were among the hot topics discussed at a thought leadership workshop at EBME Expo. Louise Frampton reports.
The thought leadership workshop held at EBME Expo brought together clinical engineering colleagues from across the NHS to discuss the key challenges and opportunities within the sector. A lively discussion identified some of the key frustrations but also highlighted how developing relationships, collaborative working and building bridges between professional roles can help overcome some of these frustrations.
Among the hot topics included:
Chairing the session was Iain Threlkeld, Head of Clinical Engineering at the Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. Setting the scene for the discussion, he observed that maintenance has become less frequent and less complicated over the years.
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