Connecting the NHS with Industry Innovators
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Our work with innovator companies is a central element of our role as we seek to encourage health innovation and stimulate growth in life sciences and industry . In this article our Director of Enterprise and Innovation , Dr Neville Young , reflects on the last 12 months of work we have done to leverage investment into our region and give patients in Yorkshire and the Humber the opportunity to be the first to benefit from new technologies .
Dr Neville Young , Director of Enterprise and Innovation
The role of healthcare innovation in preparing our society to deal with the complex challenges of the 21st century has never been so critical . COVID-19 has brought into sharp focus the impact and potential of healthcare innovation in our daily lives – at both a regional and national level . As an AHSN we have needed to provide a rapid response to meet the ‘ new needs ’ of the NHS and we have been working with our AHSN Network colleagues to compile a horizon scan of proven , market ready innovations which could support
22 Transforming Lives Through Innovation