Impacts and outcomes of our support
Impacts and outcomes of our support
DigiBete has secured a range of new research collaborations since the start of the programme and directly attributed one of these collaborations to taking part in Propel @ YH . This involved the successful development of the ‘ Academy ’ diabetes training platform for healthcare professionals , working with a major diabetes technology company and national diabetes organisations .
Digibete has also developed new digital health products and services during that time with one of these being a direct result of being on the Propel @ YH programme . These include the Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes platforms and apps and a digital school care plan , working with central NHS Diabetes Programme leads and the National Children and Young People ’ s Diabetes Network .
DigiBete founder Maddie Julian has also recently graduated from the NHS Innovation Accelerator ( NIA ) Programme which has proven fruitful in consolidating learning and helping the company to develop further important contacts .
What began as a small partnership with the Leeds Children ’ s Hospital has now expanded to over 230 clinics using DigiBete ’ s innovative digital health solution nationally , serving 75 % of patients and families in the UK diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes .
“ We ’ ve grown with Health Innovation Yorkshire & Humber . They ’ ve been there from the start of our journey , and I know we can contact them and ask for support as and when we need it , the advice is always there as required . They ’ ve been an excellent sounding board .”
What ’ s next ?
DigiBete aims to further expand its offer and digital resources and bring continued benefits not only to families with children who have Type 1 diabetes but to the clinicians who support them , including through the development of training courses around diabetes . Responding to demand from clinicians and the NHS , DigiBete has also now developed and started to roll out similar resources for the smaller but important Type 2 diabetes children and young people population .
The company is now gearing up for international expansion , and Health Innovation Yorkshire & Humber is playing a crucial role in helping them navigate this new phase of growth , ensuring their platform reaches its full potential and brings benefits to families around the world .
“ Partnering with Health Innovation Yorkshire & Humber has been a game-changer for us . They ’ ve provided quick access to valuable support and connections – a bit like a dating agency – matching us with the right expertise and support we need . Their strong network and connections enable companies like ours to benefit greatly from their support . I would highly recommend other companies to explore this opportunity and tap into the expertise that Health Innovation Yorkshire & Humber has to offer .”
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