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New podcast for primary care

A brand-new podcast series, The 20 Minute Clinic, has launched to spotlight the people, ideas, and innovations shaping healthcare across North Cumbria. Designed for staff, clinicians, and organisational teams working across the healthcare system, the podcast offers a quick and engaging way to stay connected with what’s happening in primary care and beyond.   Hosted by Dr Amit Paik Each episode dives into the challenges and opportunities facing healthcare professionals today, while also sharing examples of good practice and innovative work taking place across the region. With the first five episodes now live, the podcast is already helping to: Raise awareness of the great work happening in North Cumbria Keep […]

By Amy Aitken
July 9, 2025
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New podcast: ‘Conversations in Health and Care Improvement’

Quality improvement professionals, leaders, and those passionate about enhancing health outcomes are invited to explore the challenges and opportunities in delivering exceptional care. Each episode of ‘Conversations in Health and Care Improvement’ delves into effective strategies, practical tools, and collaborative solutions that drive real-world impacts in healthcare systems. Hosted by Dr Amar Shah and Pedro Delgado, Vice President at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, these conversations with diverse guests provide actionable insights and highlight best practices for various health settings. Episode 1 – ‘The Future of Improvement’ – Guests on this episode are Dr Ben Allen, GP Partner at Birley Health Centre, with a special interest in elderly medicine and […]

By Amy Aitken
December 4, 2024
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Personalised Care Institute

The Personalised Care Institute (PCI) are equipping health and care professionals with the knowledge, skills and confidence to help people get more involved in decisions about their care. Evidence shows this leads to better health outcomes and increased satisfaction. The PCI offers a range of free learning and resources, including courses, virtual patient avatars, webinars, podcasts, and decision support tools.

By Amy Aitken
September 13, 2024
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Episode 6: Dr Andy Knox – Shifting mindsets in leadership and community engagement

We’re delighted to introduce you to a brand-new podcast series – ‘Health Creators: Cumbria’. These podcasts are hosted by Dr Dominic Slowie (Medical Director, NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB), and in them we will be hearing from a range of inspiring speakers about how they are helping create better health for people across Cumbria (and beyond!). There is lots of fantastic work happening out there, and we wanted to give individuals this platform to share and learn from others – providing some insight, encouragement, and ultimately hope amongst the challenges we are all facing. We hope that you enjoy listening, and that each episode helps you to reflect […]

By Amy Aitken
June 26, 2026
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Episode 5: David Blacklock of People First – supporting people to live better lives

We’re delighted to introduce you to a brand-new podcast series – ‘Health Creators: Cumbria’. These podcasts are hosted by Dr Dominic Slowie (Medical Director, NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB), and in them we will be hearing from a range of inspiring speakers about how they are helping create better health for people across Cumbria (and beyond!). There is lots of fantastic work happening out there, and we wanted to give individuals this platform to share and learn from others – providing some insight, encouragement, and ultimately hope amongst the challenges we are all facing. We hope that you enjoy listening, and that each episode helps you to reflect […]

By Amy Aitken
June 26, 2026
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Episode 4: Georgia Wright – A day in the life of a Deputy Chief Nurse

We’re delighted to introduce you to a brand-new podcast series – ‘Health Creators: Cumbria’. These podcasts are hosted by Dr Dominic Slowie (Medical Director, NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB), and in them we will be hearing from a range of inspiring speakers about how they are helping create better health for people across Cumbria (and beyond!). There is lots of fantastic work happening out there, and we wanted to give individuals this platform to share and learn from others – providing some insight, encouragement, and ultimately hope amongst the challenges we are all facing. We hope that you enjoy listening, and that each episode helps you to reflect […]

By Amy Aitken
June 26, 2026
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Episode 3: Dr Amit Paik on his experiences and work as a GP in Cumbria

We’re delighted to introduce you to a brand-new podcast series – ‘Health Creators: Cumbria’. These podcasts are hosted by Dr Dominic Slowie (Medical Director, NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB), and in them we will be hearing from a range of inspiring speakers about how they are helping create better health for people across Cumbria (and beyond!). There is lots of fantastic work happening out there, and we wanted to give individuals this platform to share and learn from others – providing some insight, encouragement, and ultimately hope amongst the challenges we are all facing. We hope that you enjoy listening, and that each episode helps you to reflect […]

By Amy Aitken
June 26, 2026
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Episode 2: Julia Clifford of iCan Health & Fitness – working with individuals and communities to improve wellbeing in Cumbria

We’re delighted to introduce you to a brand-new podcast series – ‘Health Creators: Cumbria’. These podcasts are hosted by Dr Dominic Slowie (Medical Director, NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB), and in them we will be hearing from a range of inspiring speakers about how they are helping create better health for people across Cumbria (and beyond!). There is lots of fantastic work happening out there, and we wanted to give individuals this platform to share and learn from others – providing some insight, encouragement, and ultimately hope amongst the challenges we are all facing. We hope that you enjoy listening, and that each episode helps you to reflect […]

By Amy Aitken
June 26, 2026
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Episode 1: Thinking differently about people and community empowerment with Olivia Butterworth

We’re delighted to introduce you to a brand-new podcast series – ‘Health Creators: Cumbria’. These podcasts are hosted by Dr Dominic Slowie (Medical Director, NHS North East and North Cumbria ICB), and in them we will be hearing from a range of inspiring speakers about how they are helping create better health for people across Cumbria (and beyond!). There is lots of fantastic work happening out there, and we wanted to give individuals this platform to share and learn from others – providing some insight, encouragement, and ultimately hope amongst the challenges we are all facing. We hope that you enjoy listening, and that each episode helps you to reflect […]

By Amy Aitken
June 26, 2026
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Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria

Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria works with NHS Trusts, the Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Universities across the region to help them identify, evaluate, adopt and disseminate transformative innovation. On their website you will find blogs, podcasts, events, and funding opportunities.

By Anu K
November 1, 2023
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