All Clinical Leaders articles – Page 86
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CommentNHS clinical leaders: take a leaf from the military's book
As a military medical officer working in the NHS and a Health Foundation Leadership Fellow, my professional development has been different from that of most clinicians in the UK, writes Ed Nicol
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DH invites NHS education and innovation cluster bids
Groups of NHS organisations, universities and colleges, and private companies are expected to form clusters, with the potential to take on responsibility for health education, by the end of the year.
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NewsSwine flu stockpiles could compromise NHS, pharmacists warned
The Department of Health has warned pharmacists not to stockpile swine flu medicines because this could undermine the NHS’s ability to cope with a pandemic.
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NewsPCTs spent £8.2m on suspended GPs in three years
Primary care trusts have spent at least £8.2m over the last three years paying 134 GPs who were suspended pending investigations into complaints about their conduct.
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NewsRecession 'more damaging to men's mental health than women's'
The recession is having a disproportionately negative effect on men’s mental health, according to a report published today.
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NHS London closes provider agency
NHS London has abolished its provider agency, which was established two years ago to lead its trusts in gaining foundation status.
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Act now to prevent blood clots becoming the 'next MRSA', warns NHS Confederation
Trust boards must act to stop deadly blood clots becoming “the next MRSA” in the eyes of patients and the media, the NHS Confederation is warning.
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NewsAlan Johnson approves south east London NHS reconfiguration
Far-reaching hospital reconfiguration proposals for south east London have been approved by health secretary Alan Johnson.
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NewsChief executives appointed at two SHAs
Chief executives have been appointed to West Midlands and Yorkshire and Humber strategic health authorities.
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HSJ KnowledgeNHS marketing: a new future
Primed with resilient data and analysis, intelligent marketing has the potential to make a big difference, easing the burden on NHS services and driving positive patient experiences. Ingrid Torjesen explains
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LeaderNHS quality improvement needs patient choice data
One year after the introduction of free choice, early analysis suggests some patients are using their right to choose the hospital at which they are treated.
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NewsRose Gibb: The case that puts a stop to big pay-off cheques
Former chief executive Rose Gibb’s failure to secure the large severance sum she believed she was assured of marks a sea change in how the NHS handles pay-offs, reports Alison Moore
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CommentCally Bann on the swine flu outbreak
An acute trust chief executive, “Cally Bann”, casts a jaundiced eye over the swine flu outbreak…
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CommentMark Goldman on clinical leadership's tipping point
Many years ago, I was advised by an eminent professor that if enough people all wanted something to happen at the same time it always happened. As far as the events of men rather than nature are concerned, this has proved to be a truth.
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HSJ KnowledgePatient involvement: advance care planning gives peace of mind
In July the government will publish guidance on advance care planning. Jennifer Taylor finds out how you can give patients approaching the end of life the care they want
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NewsPatient experience feedback findings will not be standardised
The Department of Health will not impose standards for “real time” measurement of patients’ experience, despite pressure to use results to help identify failing trusts.
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NewsNHS productivity is rising
NHS productivity has improved, with the growth in the quality and volume of treatment now exceeding the increase in NHS funding.
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HSJ KnowledgeBook Review: Snakes in Suits – when psychopaths go to work
Modern leader, or mad manipulator? There could be a psychopath in a power position near you
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DH says NHS can save money and improve patient safety
The NHS is in a position to make “significant” efficiency savings without compromising patient safety, according to a senior Department of Health economist.
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Swine flu prompts patient colour coding guidance
The Royal College of Physicians has published draft guidance for NHS strategic planners and clinicians on dealing with a flu pandemic.