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AHSNs relicensed as key innovation arm of the NHS

NHS England has committed to the long term future of England’s Academic Health Science Networks (AHSNs), as part of a 10-year vision to drive health innovation and stimulate economic growth.

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Exploring patient and public involvement (PPI) in a digital age

The role and potential of patient and public involvement (PPI) in a digital age is the subject of a new guide written by Hildegard Dumper and published by the AHSN Network.

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West of England AHSN announced BMJ’s Patient Safety Team of the Year

Promoting excellence in healthcare, the 10th BMJ Awards took place in London on Thursday 10 May in London and we are delighted to announce that the West of England Academic Health Science Network (AHSN) was awarded the title Patient Safety Team of the Year. The annual BMJ Awards showcase knowledge and experience to inspire others,…

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A prospectus of opportunity – our plans for 2018-19

We have just published our business plan for 2018-19. It marks the start of a new five year licence period for us, and all AHSNs. It has been developed with our members, the organisations that bring our plans to life.

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NEWS implementation shortlisted for HSJ Award

The West of England AHSN Regional Programme to improve the reliability of recognition and response to the deteriorating patient has been shortlisted for an HSJ Patient Safety Award , in the Deteriorating Patients & Rapid Response Systems category.

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Four innovations set for ‘fast-track’ into the NHS

Innovative image analysis software that creates a 3D model of the heart and could prevent up to 35,000 patients a year undergoing invasive tests will be fast-tracked into use by the NHS through the Innovation and Technology Payment (ITP) programme.

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