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Investing in Primary Care

A New Vision for Health Services and Infrastructure

Thursday 8 May 2008 - Central London

This conference addresses the key questions facing investors in today’s primary care market and examines the impact of recent policy changes in shaping primary care. Essential elements of the market will be explored in depth. The role of polyclinics, the financial attractions of the high street, winning contracts in out of hours care, the impact of Foundation Trusts on primary care services will be critically assessed.

The challenges presented by the new commissioning structures and in preparing your premises for future models of service delivery will also be addressed and clear guidance will be given on achieving effective partnerships and meeting changing public expectations.

Expert speakers will respond to pertinent questions below:

  • What opportunities exist for diverse providers in the new commissioning era?
  • Does the political will exist to support firms’ participation in primary care provision?
  • How will policy developments foster closer health and social care commissioning partnerships?
  • Polyclinics – turning theory into practice?
  • How will Foundation Trusts shape the future of primary care services?
  • What are the necessary steps for winning contracts in out of hours care?
  • What is the future model for GP practices and polyclinics and how should we prepare for it?
  • How can closer alignment of pharmacy and primary care facilitate improve care outcomes?
  • What are the financial attractions of the high street?

Contributors include:

  • Michael Sobanja, Chief Officer, NHS Alliance
  • Adrian Burford, Strategy Director, Cresswell Medical Limited
  • John Coakley, Medical Director, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • David Cocks, Chief Executive, Take Care Now
  • Dr Mo Dewji, Clinical Director for Primary Care Contracting, NHS Improvement Foundation
  • Derek Felton, Director of Commissioning Services, Tribal
  • Amber Kennard, Chief Executive, Cresswell Medical Limited
  • Tricia Kennerley, Healthcare Director, Boots
  • James Kingsland, Chairman, National Association of Primary Care
  • Mark Hunt, Managing Director, Primary Care Services, Care UK
  • Mike Ramsden, Chief Executive, National Association of Primary Care
  • Sir Williams Wells, Chairman, Ashley House PLC

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