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NHS Lanarkshire praised for innovation and leadership
The health board played a leading role at the NHS Scotland Event, held on Monday, June 9, at the University of Strathclyde's Technology and Innovation Centre.
The event, titled "NHS Renewal: Protecting and Strengthening Scotland's Health and Care Services," brought together senior leaders, clinicians, and innovators to discuss the future of healthcare delivery.
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NHS Lanarkshire hosted a flagship session titled "Interface Reform in Reality: The Bold, Human Approach Transforming Care," chaired by chief executive Louise Long.
Ms Long said: "It was fantastic to see the work of our Interface teams so well received on a national stage.
"Across posters, panels, and conversations, NHS Lanarkshire showed how meaningful reform is possible when we keep people at the heart of everything we do.
"I'm incredibly proud of everyone who contributed."
The session featured insights from leaders in urgent care, virtual wards, ambulance services, and communications, highlighting the progress of the Interface Directorate in delivering compassionate and effective change.
NHS Lanarkshire also had 19 posters accepted for display, covering innovations in mental health recovery, digital physiotherapy, paediatric therapy, and improvements in hospital discharge.
Martin Hill, chair of NHS Lanarkshire, said: "Our presence at the event reflected the commitment, professionalism, and bold thinking of staff right across the organisation.
"From reducing system pressures to creating more responsive, community-based care, the work showcased in Glasgow points to a more hopeful and sustainable future for health and care in Scotland – and Lanarkshire is proud to be helping lead the way."
