From Analogue to Digital: The Future of Healthcare

Schedule

Thu Oct 01 2026 at 04:30 pm to 06:30 pm

UTC+01:00
Location

The University of Salford | Salford, EN

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Join NHS leaders and digital health experts to explore AI, innovation and the future of healthcare careers
About this Event

Healthcare is changing at an unprecedented pace. Advances in artificial intelligence, digital technologies, data, and innovation are transforming the way health and care are delivered, creating exciting opportunities for the workforce of tomorrow.

Join us for an inspiring evening as the University of Salford brings together students, academic colleagues, healthcare professionals and Industry partners and NHS leaders to explore what the future of digital healthcare will look like, and what it means for those preparing to work within it and the role on academic institutions.

The event will begin with a keynote address from James Freed,Deputy Director, NHS Digital Academy ,NHS England providing an inspiring overview of the opportunities, challenges and innovations shaping the future of health and care.

This will be followed by an engaging On the Sofa panel discussion featuring experts from across healthcare, digital innovation and academia, who will share their experiences and discuss topics including:

  • Digital transformation across health and care
  • Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
  • Innovation and collaboration
  • The future healthcare workforce
  • Preparing students for digitally enabled careers
  • Leadership in an increasingly digital NHS

Panel Members:
Professor Natasha Phillips
Honorary Professor, University of Salford
Founder, Future Nurse

Professor Jacqui Cooper
Chief Nursing Informatics Officer
Health Innovation Manchester

Sarah Webb

Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Salford

Chief Nursing Information Officer
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Richard Cox

Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Salford

Chief Nursing Informatics Officer
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Professor David Rog

Honorary Professor, University of Salford
Consultant Neurologist
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Professor David Brettle
Honorary Professor, University of Salford

Chief Scientific Officer
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Whether you are a student considering your future career, an academic with an interest in digital innovation, or a healthcare professional keen to explore the future direction of health and care, this event offers a unique opportunity to hear from leading voices, ask questions, and join the conversation.

Following the discussion, there will be an opportunity to take part in a Q&A and continue networking with the speakers and fellow attendees over refreshments.

Places are free but booking is essential

Travel Information and Carparking

your nearest car park is the Allerton Car Park, accessed via Frederick Road, off the A6 Broad Street. 

Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/MVvUL76bUsKw5TU77 
Google Maps Plus Code: FPQC+M7 Salford 
what3words (Car Park Entrance): https://w3w.co/wells.sand.paper 

Please note that parking on campus is limited and we encourage guests to consider alternative methods of transport where possible. 

Further information can be found below: 

  • Car parking information: Car parking | University of Salford 
  • Travel information: Travel | University of Salford 
  • Travel updates and building works: Travel updates and building works | University of Salford 
  • Campus map: campus map 
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Where is it happening?

The University of Salford, Mary Seacole Building, Salford, United Kingdom

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