Fixing the NHS System

Question 1

How would you fix the NHS system? (Framing it)

Answer 1

• NHS is complex
• No single fix
• Workforce issues are central

Need to fix the sustainability, workforce support, prevention and efficiency

Question 2

How would you fix the NHS system? (Core points to mention)

Answer 2

• Burnout
• Low Morale
• Staff Leaving
• Feeling undervalued

Question 3

How would you fix the NHS system? (What would you change?)

Answer 3

1. Better rota flexibility
2. Protected time for rest, teaching and reflection
3. Access to mental health support
4. Supportive leadership and culture

Sustainable NHS depends on looking after the people who deliver care

Question 4

How would you fix the NHS system? (Long term fixes)

Answer 4

1. Clearer training pathways
2. Better supervision and mentorship
3. Value of all roles
4. Encourage portfolio careers

This reduces frustration, improves retention and builds skilled teams

Question 5

How would you fix the NHS system? (Use of MDT)

Answer 5

Doctors are doing non-doctor tasks and there should be better resource allocation of staff

Question 6

How would you fix the NHS system? (Prevention)

Answer 6

• Lifestyle support
• Mental health service
• Reducing emergency admissions

Through education (social media)

Question 7

How would you fix the NHS system? (Use of Technology)

Answer 7

• Reduce admin burden
• Improve communication
• Streamline patient flow

Tech should support and not replace and it should be accessible and equitable

Changes take time, funding and political will

Would try and change this locally, advocate and support colleagues and work in teams