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The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey

Tara Humphrey looks behind the scenes at the business side of healthcare by talking to NHS and private healthcare leaders. Throughout this podcast, she also shares her own leadership insights. Tara has an MBA in Healthcare Leadership and Management and is the Founder and CEO of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy.

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#367 Selling Healthcare Solutions with Jim Gabriel –...

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2026/03/04

We've reached the final episode of our How It Got Commissioned series, and this one takes a different perspective. This week, Tara is joined by Jim Gabriel, Chief Commercial Officer of CardMedic, bringing a rare secondary care and commercial lens to one of healthcare's biggest questions: How do you actually sell innovation into the NHS? While many conversations focus on ideas and innovation, Jim explores the reality behind commissioning, the strategy, relationships and science

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26:22

#366 Innovation, Integration & Impact with Neil Modha...

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2026/02/25

This week on The Business of Healthcare Podcast, we're joined by Dr Neil Modha from Thistlemoor Medical Centre. Neil shares his insights on how primary care practices can identify opportunities, innovate services, and work collaboratively with hospitals to create sustainable, patient-focused solutions. In this episode, we cover: Turning opportunities into action - How Neil transformed unused space into an endoscopy unit in partnership with a hospital. Stacking services for impact -

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24:46

#365 Commissioning Without Waiting: A Primary Care...

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2026/02/18

In the fifth episode of The Business of Healthcare Podcast – How It Got Commissioned series, Tara is joined by Dr Faris Al-Ramadani, GP Partner and former Primary Care Network Clinical Director, to explore how a locally developed mental health service moved from frontline problem to a working, commissionable model during the COVID-19 pandemic. As demand for mental health support rapidly increased, general practice teams were seeing patients struggle to access timely care, with long waiting lists

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26:33

#364 Innovating Healthcare Delivery: The Barnardo's...

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2026/02/11

In this episode of The Business of Healthcare Podcast – How It Got Commissioned, Tara is joined by Rukshana Kapasi, Director of Health at Barnardo's, the UK's largest children's charity. Rukshana shares the story behind a short-term pilot that placed family support workers in A&E to reduce avoidable and repeat attendances by children and young people. What began as a three month, winter-pressures pilot went on to generate compelling evidence, and ultimately informed a national NHS England rollout

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15:11

#363 Same Day Access: The Tower Hamlets Story with...

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2026/02/04

In the third episode of the 'How It Got Commissioned' series, Tara is joined by Dr Selvaseelan Selvarajah to explore how the Same Day Access service was commissioned and developed in Tower Hamlets. Selvaseelan shares the real story behind designing a service from scratch to address one of the biggest pressures in primary care: same day access. Together, they unpack how collaboration between PCNs, commissioners, and local GPs led to a model that works for patients, practices, and the wider

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28:07

#362 Delivering Digital Health: The SleepStation...

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2026/01/28

In this episode of The Business of Healthcare Podcast – How It Got Commissioned, Tara is joined by Alison Gardiner, Founder of Born Digital Health and Co-Founder & CEO of Sleepstation, a digital health service focused on improving sleep at scale across the NHS. Alison shares the real story behind how Sleepstation was commissioned, scaled, and sustained through major system change, offering practical insight into what commissioners look for, how digital services succeed at scale, and why

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26:05

#361 Personal Health Records: Patients Know Best...

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2026/01/21

In this episode of The Business of Healthcare Podcast – How It Got Commissioned, we speak with Dr Mohammad Al-Ubaydli, CEO and Founder of Patients Know Best, about the commissioning and rollout of personal health records in Northwest London. Mohammad shares insights on the unique challenges of the tender process, the importance of patient consent, and navigating negotiations with key stakeholders. We also explore the role of G-Cloud as a procurement framework and the lessons learned from rapid

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17:07

#360 The Importance of Context

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2026/01/14

In this episode of The Business of Healthcare Podcast, Tara explores the importance of understanding the context in which we work, and why context shapes how people think, act, and respond to change. Drawing on personal experience in leadership and consultancy, Tara reflects on why taking time to understand different perspectives has been central to her work for over a decade. She explains how policy, system-level decisions, organisational pressures, and personal experiences all influence

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27:07

#359 Starting 2026 When You've Had a Hard Year

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2026/01/07

In this first episode of 2026, Tara opens the year with a very different kind of conversation, and marks the launch of The Business of Healthcare Podcast on YouTube. This episode is for anyone who isn't entering the new year with "New Year, New Me" energy, particularly those who have experienced loss, uncertainty, or significant change. Tara shares her own reflections and the tools that are helping her move into 2026 with steadiness, self compassion, and intention, rather than pressure or

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51:44

#358 How can we create change with Professor Partha Karr

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2025/11/26

This November, in recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month, we are resharing a series of important episodes that explore the realities, challenges, and innovations surrounding diabetes care and management. This week's reshared episode features Partha Kar, Consultant in Diabetes and Endocrinology, among many other roles. Partha shares what inspired him to work in diabetes and reflects on an important question: how can we create change? This month carries a particularly deep meaning for us all at THC,

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50:27

#357 How DigiBeat is Transforming Type 1 Diabetes...

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2025/11/19

This November, in recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month, we are resharing a series of important episodes that explore the realities, challenges, and innovations surrounding diabetes care and management. This week's episode features Maddie Julian, CEO and Co-founder of DigiBete, an NHS-approved, patient-centred video platform and app created to support and empower children, young people, and families living with diabetes. Maddie shares how DigiBete is helping raise awareness and improve access to

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43:18

#356 You Never Switch Off: Life with Type 1 Diabetes...

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2025/11/12

This November, in recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month, we are resharing a series of important episodes that explore the realities, challenges, and innovations surrounding diabetes care and management. This week's reshared episode features Chris Bright, a passionate advocate who is reshaping the narrative around diabetes. Chris highlights the importance of education and awareness, and discusses how collaboration between healthcare providers and organisations can lead to stronger support

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37:53

#355 The Business of Eye Care: Challenges and...

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2025/10/29

Dharmesh Patel, Chief Executive of Primary Eyecare Services, joins Tara to explore how optometry can transform the future of primary care. As the NHS shifts more services into the community, Dharmesh explains how local opticians can become a frontline defense, easing hospital pressure while improving access to essential eye care. Dharmesh shares his perspective on the financial, ethical, and structural challenges facing the sector, from underfunded NHS sight tests to the need for stronger

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31:13

#354 A Masterclass in Product Development with...

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2025/10/15

In this episode, Melissa Lato, Product Director at X-on Health, a leading provider of healthcare communication solutions, shares her inspiring journey from the finance sector to the forefront of healthcare innovation. From mentoring at hackathons to leading X-on Health’s transformation into an intelligent care navigation system, Melissa discusses how AI technologies are reshaping patient engagement and redefining the healthcare experience. Melissa and Tara explore the art of product development,

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36:52

#353 Skin Analytics & AI: A New Era in Skin Cancer...

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2025/10/01

Can AI transform healthcare? Dr Dan Mullarkey, Medical Director at Skin Analytics and GP, joins Tara to discuss how AI is revolutionising skin cancer detection. Dan shares his journey from traditional GP training to leading digital health innovations focused on preventative care. We explore the challenges of adopting AI in dermatology, including clinical validation, regulation, and trust issues. Takeaways: Dans journey from NHS GP to digital health leader. How Skin Analytics uses AI for early

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47:17

#352 Hackathons and Vibe Coding in Primary Care with ...

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2025/09/17

In this episode, Tara is joined by Arun Nadarasa, CEO of the International Social Prescribing Pharmacy Association (ISPPA), Chair of the Pharmacy Advisor Group at the World Health Innovation Summit, and NHS Clinical Entrepreneur. Arun discusses how hackathons, digital tools, and platforms like Lovable are transforming healthcare innovation, aligning with the NHS’s 10 year plan, and inspiring the next generation of clinical entrepreneurs. Episode Highlights: How hackathons foster innovation,

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23:21

#351 Navigating Uncertainty in Healthcare Management

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2025/09/03

This week Tara explores how policy shifts, the NHS 10 year plan, and AI are reshaping primary care networks. Tara shares insights on evaluating AI’s potential, staying grounded in core strengths, and navigating uncertainty in team dynamics. Learn how focusing on what you can control, fostering collaboration, and building alliances can help you thrive in a changing healthcare landscape. Key Takeaways: AI and policy shifts are reshaping healthcare roles and processes. Focus on what you can control

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49:42

#350 Resilience, Data, and Innovation in Healthcare...

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2025/08/20

In this episode, Tara sits down with Peter Grinbergs, Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at EQL, to explore his remarkable journey from tech entrepreneur to healthcare innovator. Peter opens up about the challenges of navigating a sale, the resilience needed to launch again, and the vital role of data in shaping impactful solutions. Peter shares practical wisdom for anyone building in healthcare or beyond.. Highlights: Pete’s journey from tech business leader to healthcare innovator Lessons

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46:14

#349 Scaling Expertise Using Tech in the World of...

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2025/08/06

In this episode, Dr Sonia Szamocki, founder of 32Co, joins Tara to share her inspiring journey from A&E doctor to health tech entrepreneur. She explains how her platform is transforming dentistry by connecting general dentists with orthodontic specialists through tech-enabled mentorship and collaboration. Together, they explore how virtual learning is reshaping clinical training, and Sonia offers practical insights into building a mission-led startup, covering everything from team culture to

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#348 From Pain to Progress with Pure Unity Health...

The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey ·

2025/07/23

What if managing chronic pain was as much about community and conversation as it is about medication and treatment plans? In this episode, we sit down with the inspiring Adam Davies, Health and Wellbeing Services Lead at Pure Unity Health, to explore a fresh, holistic approach to chronic pain management. Adam shares his journey from working in traditional musculoskeletal services to leading forward thinking wellbeing initiatives. He highlights the vital roles of health coaches and social prescribers

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