Original price was: $42.95.Current price is: $1.00.

Conversations about the NHS (EPUB)

The Future of the NHS: Reflections on its 75th Anniversary

As the National Health Service (NHS) celebrates its 75th anniversary, a crucial reflection on its successes and challenges is long overdue. Since its founding in 1948, society, medicine, and technology have undergone significant transformations. The question remains: how can the NHS adapt to remain fit for purpose?

A Timely and Important Contribution to the Healthcare Debate

This thought-provoking book, comprising interviews with healthcare leaders, policymakers, practitioners, journalists, and patient representatives, addresses pressing questions surrounding the NHS. Bookended with chapters that delve into the history and future of the NHS, this comprehensive resource explores key issues, including:

  • What are the NHS’s strengths and weaknesses?
  • If the NHS were founded today, how would it be set up?
  • How should the NHS acknowledge the complex relationship between physical health, mental health, social care, and public health?
  • What is the ideal funding model for the NHS?
  • How can we understand the social contract between patients, medical and allied professions, and the government?
  • What strategies can be employed for effective workforce development?
  • How can the NHS address issues of social justice and equity of access?

This book is a valuable contribution to the healthcare debate, promoting critical thinking and discussion around key management and leadership issues. It is an essential read for all those working in the NHS, as well as healthcare professionals undertaking further study in management and leadership.

Notably, all royalties from this book will be donated to The Patients Association, supporting their efforts to improve healthcare outcomes.

Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication Date: July 28, 2023
Language: English
ISBN: 9781032465401, 9781000915310

Additional information

Language

Author