High Peak & Derbyshire Dales

Brian a long standing involvement in health policy and management and with patient safety in particular. His latest book is an international review of health events that went wrong and the lessons that can be learned from these experiences. This contrasts with much of his earlier research which was focused on the future and the opportunities presented by the amazing developments in medical science. He is an Emeritus Professor of Health Care Development at the University of Sheffield where was Dean of the School for Health and Related Research. Brian was for four years President of the European Healthcare Federation. He was Chairman of the predecessor organisation to the Health Professions Council which deepened his interest and respect for the professions we regulated. It is now some years since he has played an active role in health affairs but these are tough times for the NHS and he wants to contribute to his local Community Trust. He now have a very personal , interest in innovative and sensitive services for the elderly!

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