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HSJ Health Check: Weekly analysis of the biggest issues in health policy and leadership, from HSJ's expert journalists. The go to place for an independent, informed and immediate take on health and care news.

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This week the HSJ Health Check podcast explores how Labour hopes a fundamental change in the relationship between patients and services can turn the NHS around.

We’ll also ask whether the government has shot itself in the foot with its the ill-conce... more

This week we take a look at two of the hottest topics in the NHS – productivity and technology.

We’ll ask whether trusts really are getting more productive – and whether it’s fair to compare one to another.

And this episode explores why health servi... more

The HSJ Health Check podcast is tracking development of the government’s planned Health Bill. This week we talk to Ian Dodge, who shaped several major pieces of NHS legislation as a national director at NHS England and the Department of Health.

Mr D... more

This week we discuss an exclusive story about a major expansion of cancer testing centres that will see the private sector take on a bigger role delivering NHS services.

We’ll weigh up the success of the community diagnostic testing programme so far... more

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Recent Guests

Ian Dodge
Former national director at NHS England, responsible for primary care, community services, and strategy.
NHS England
Episode: The making of a Health Bill - What Ian Dodge learned about legislation
Matthew Taylor
Chief Executive of the NHS Confederation
NHS Confederation
Episode: How the government should deal with another doctors' strike
Safra Cordray
Deputy Chief Executive of NHS Providers
NHS Providers
Episode: What the 'left shift' means for hospitals
Wes Streeting
Shadow Health and Social Care Secretary
Labour Party
Episode: When HSJ met Wes

Hosts

Annabel Collins
Host of HSJ Health Check, a role reflecting her expertise in health policy and analysis of healthcare issues.
Ben Clover
Chief Bureau of the Health Service Journal, specializing in health policy reporting.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Need to buy some decent mics

    Some good content in the podcast, but given HSJ’s profile you think they could mic up their contributors properly and do a bit of sound mixing. Sounds quite amateurish

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Chris Noble
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Excellent content, bad badly needs an editor

    Excellent and detailed reporting but episodes filled with ‘ums’, coughs and other things that could easily be edited out

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    A string of numbers 123
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Excellent content, needs tighter editing.

    Excellent and detailed reporting but pauses and filler words like ‘um’ can be distracting.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    A string of numbers 123
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Sort out the verbal ticks please!

    All the reporters really need to work on their verbal communication. The amount of verbal ticks and pointless words eg.’kinda’, ‘sort of’ and ‘erm’ is painful to listen to Takes away from the content which is otherwise useful

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Podheart3000
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Great

    Quick and easy way to keep up with the major news stories affecting the NHS, and gives the depth you just don’t get from other outlets

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ricko69
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth, well-researched discussions that shed light on complex health policies.
The content is seen as highly relevant for those working within the NHS or health policy, providing a timely analysis of developments.
Some listeners express the need for improved audio quality and editing, indicating that while the content is strong, presentation can be improved.

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How the government should deal with another doctors' strike
Q: If you were advising, as I'm sure you do advise Wes Streeting and number 10, how would you get them to approach the challenge that is posed by a potential resident doctor strike?
Lean in and explore what are the things that you could offer to the resident doctors, while being careful about a head-to-head situation that could have severe consequences for the NHS.
Why some NHS staff are facing a pay cut
Q: How does this new pay framework impact recruitment for NHS roles?
The new pay structure may deter candidates from applying to underperforming trusts due to risks of pay cuts and performance requirements.
Why some NHS staff are facing a pay cut
Q: What will be the consequences for trust managers under the new system?
Trust managers who do not meet performance expectations could face pay restrictions and even lose a portion of their pay progression.
Why AI isn't taking off in the NHS
Q: Do you think there is a push to regulate this AI market more heavily?
Yes, there is a tension between ensuring clear guidelines for innovators and not over-regulating that could dampen technological development.
Why AI isn't taking off in the NHS
Q: Was the guidance that was published last month designed to make it clearer how to potentially deploy AI?
Yes, the guidance aims to clarify how trusts should implement AI and highlights the importance of having proper documentation and monitoring.

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Frequently Asked Questions About HSJ Health Check

What is HSJ Health Check about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers insightful commentary and analysis of significant health policy and leadership developments, making it a critical resource for professionals in the healthcare sector. It covers a wide range of topics, including NHS funding, healthcare workforce issues, mental health, and the impact of government policies on public health. Notably, it emphasizes the complexities of navigating the healthcare landscape, particularly in the context of recent political shifts and funding changes, providing listeners with a well-rounded understanding of the current state of health services.

The discussions feature expert opinions and insights from industry leaders and journalists, aiming to shed light on emerging trends and challenges. With a... more

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1. Ian Dodge
2. Matthew Taylor
3. Safra Cordray
4. Wes Streeting

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