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@g4sd0c.bsky.social
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Consultant anaesthetist (NHS & Private), Tech enthusiast and early adopter, Clinical Informatitian. Open source supporter, promoter of open standards and equitable access. Part time PhD student at Engineering department of Strathclyde Uni. UKDHC Director

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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Insightful chat from the Digital Leadership panel at #Rewired26 including Dr Penny Kechagioglou on how to engage and provide leadership for digital change. @ukdhc.bsky.social
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Fascinating presentation by NYU Langone Health on the implementation and challenges of making a locally hosted LLM to translate “Physician Language” to “Plain language” at an appropriate reading age for patients to understand whilst ensuring safety. #Digital #Health #AI #Rewired26
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Attending #Rewired26 and looking forward to 2 days of interesting learning about #Digital #Health Developments! @ukdhc.bsky.social
Attending Rewired 2026
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Eric Topol @erictopol.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
A new systematic analysis of intermittent fasting from 22 randomized trials shows no advantage for weight loss or other outcomes compared with regular diet advice www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10....
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The public consultation for the @apagbi.org.uk @cpoc.bsky.social Best Practice Guidance: Perioperative Care Services for Children & Young People is now live. ❓We welcome feedback from perioperative teams and professionals across the system. 🗓️ Closes: 11:59 01 March 2026. 🔗 shorturl.at/9PlBU
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
The @rcoa-cri.bsky.social in collaboration with NHS and independent hospitals is recruiting Clinical Research Fellows to lead national research and QI projects. We are excited to partner with CR&I for one of the Research Fellow Posts for CPOC Fellow 2026–2027. 🔗More Info: shorturl.at/KdLLT
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Ian Weissman, DO @drianweissman.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
For more than a half-century, vaccines have had remarkable success eradicating the most lethal and devastating childhood infectious diseases, saving millions of lives and ushering in a relative golden era of global public health. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
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Data investigation: Childhood vaccination rates are backsliding across the U.S.
A monthslong NBC News data investigation finds that much of the U.S. doesn't have the protection needed to stop the spread of deadly diseases. St. Louis is a window into the problem communities face n...
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R Michael Howard @ixcel.bsky.social · 23/08/2025
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
We've emailed members exciting news: we've secured a new home for the College, @ficm.bsky.social & @facultypainmed.bsky.social This milestone is shaped by member feedback, guided by our shared principles and focused on the future. See your inbox for more, or read online: ow.ly/7WoX50WuO8j
Photograph of Jubilee House, a seven-storey building (five of them visible in the photograph) in red brick with a ground floor facade painted dark green.
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The Linux Foundation @linuxfoundation.org · 30/07/2025
Open Source AI is transforming how we build and use AI—lower cost, more control, and transparent practices. See key takeaways from the GOSIM Forum and read the full report: www.linuxfoundation.org/research/gos... #OpenSourceAI #AIstrategy #ResponsibleAI #LinuxFoundation
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Join UKDHC Chair Angus Wallace at #NHSDigitalHealth tomorrow as joins a panel to unpack what’s needed to equip today’s health and care workforce for a digital-first future. ⏰13:50 to 14:20 Still time to register here: events.nationalhealthexecutive.com/nhs-digital-...
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 27/07/2025
The deadline for #abstracts to the @ukdhc.bsky.social Annual Scientific Conference on 23rd October 2025 has been extended until the 31st July - still a chance to get your abstract submitted in time at ukdhc.info/event/asic-2... #Digital #Health #Conference #Informatics
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UKDHC Annual Scientific Informatics Conference 2025 - Advancing Digital Competence - UKDHC CIC
To view fees and book your attendance, please visit Healthcare Conferences UK’s website:https://www.healthcareconferencesuk.co.uk/conferences-masterclasses/UKDHC-Digital-Health-Care-Conference   Confe...
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
A sensible position on this very important topic adopted by the RCoA
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Digital Health @digitalhealth2.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Opinion 🗣️ The NHS must partner more effectively with private enterprise to deliver the plan’s digital ambitions, writes Dr Charlotte Refsum, director of health policy at the Tony Blair Institute www.digitalhealth.net/2025/07/10-y...
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10 year health plan: The NHS cannot do it alone
The NHS must partner more effectively with private enterprise to deliver the plan’s digital ambitions, writes Dr Charlotte Refsum of TBI
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
💡Got insight, data or innovation to share at our conference this October? The UKDHC Annual Scientific Informatics Conference is where your work can influence policy, practice, and future research in UK health and care. 📝 Submit your abstract by 31 July 2025 🔗 ukdhc.info/asic-2025-ab...
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
Join us at our next Anaesthetic Updates. We'll discuss the latest developments in anaesthetic and perioperative care, including 👇 ▶️Neuro & vascular ▶️Obstetric & paediatric ▶️High-risk airways ▶️And lots more! Earn 15 CPD credits. Book 👉 ow.ly/xx5K50WmXxY #medsky #ansky
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Digital Health @digitalhealth2.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
The government’s 10 year plan includes several new policies around digital and technology, such as the planned roll out of My Health, a new tool for the NHS App that includes real-time data from wearables, biometric sensors or smart devices. www.digitalhealth.net/2025/07/what...
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What does the 10 year plan mean for digital?
Digital Health takes a look at the government’s 10 year health plan for the NHS, which includes new tools for the NHS App, such as My Health.
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Digital Health @digitalhealth2.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
An ‘innovator passport’ will be introduced over the next two years to allow technology that has been robustly assessed by one NHS organisation to be easily rolled out to others, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has announced. www.digitalhealth.net/2025/07/dhsc...
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Join our free webinar for anaesthetists in training (ST4-ST7) on 26 September! ☑️Make informed career choices ☑️Develop your skills ☑️Gain sub-specialty insights ☑️Stage 2: AM | Stage 3 PM (or attend both) ☑️5 CPD points Register now: ow.ly/3UYs50WcU5B #medsky #ansky
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
📢 The UKDHC Annual Scientific Informatics Conference returns on 23 October 2025. We’re looking for papers that explore real-world experience, innovation and research in clinical informatics. Prizes of 💰 £1,000-£500 🗓 Abstract deadline: 18 July 2025 Submit here: ukdhc.info/asic-2025-ab...
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
The UK digital health market is growing fast. According to Mordor Intelligence, it’s expected to grow to USD36.84 billion by 2030. For UKDHC, it highlights the urgency of connecting people, practice, and policy – so that this growth translates into better care, not just more tech.
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GasGasGas - The FRCA Primary Exam Podcast @gasgasgaspodcast.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Discover GasGasGas - a brilliant podcast for Primary FRCA exam prep! They cover everything from pharmacology to VIVA practice episodes. We care about helping you pass! Perfect for busy anaesthesia trainees who want efficient, engaging learning. #MedicalEducation #Anaesthesia #FRCA #Podcast
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Arrived a bit late but thoroughly enjoying the SPOMS presentations at the Scottish Perioperative Association Meeting at Crieff Hydro Hotel. #perioperative #SPOMS2025 #pre-assessment #pre-opyimisation Where can Digital Initiatives further support delivery of better optimised care.
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Digital Health @digitalhealth2.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
NHS England is working with NHS Frimley Integrated Care Board (ICB) to create a national population health management tool which will run on the federated data platform (FDP). www.digitalhealth.net/2025/06/nhse...
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NHSE creating national population health management tool for FDP
NHSE is working with NHS Frimley ICB to create a population health management tool which will run on the federated data platform (FDP).
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
🎟️ Booking now open for the UKDHC Annual Scientific Informatics Conference – 23 October 2025 Join colleagues from across the UK at this major event for the clinical informatics community. More info and booking: www.healthcareconferencesuk.co.uk/virtual-onli...
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
UKDHC has launched The Real Deal – free, practical digital skills support for health & care staff. Self-assess, learn in bite-size modules, and build confidence at your own pace. ukdhc.info/ukdhc-launch...
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UKDHC launches the Real Deal to boost digital skills in health and care - UKDHC CIC
UKDHC launches the Real Deal to boost digital skills in health and care The UK Digital Health and Care (UKDHC) […]
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Brad Spellberg @bradspellberg.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Amazing job, summarizing 260 RCTs of vaccines with nearly 2.5 million patients randomized! We will turn this into a peer reviewed manuscript, but the table summarizing the trials can be seen on the web: www.bradspellberg.com/vaccine-rcts
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Vaccine RCTs | mysite
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The BMJ @bmj.com · 29/05/2025
"The true protagonist is always the patient. Our job isn’t to dominate their story but to help them navigate it. We’re never the main characters, even if we think we are." @drmattmorgan.bsky.social on main character syndrome in medicine www.bmj.com/content/389/...
Doctor under the spotlight
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
📢 Call for abstracts – deadline: 18 July 2025 Part of the 2025 conference is reserved for scientific papers and posters. For full details and guidance on abstract submission: cdn.hc-uk.org.uk/cache/health... To submit your abstract: ukdhc.info/asic-2025-ab...
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Interesting reframing of the perception and narrative, I can see that this would in some ways improve two way communication at the very least @wanguswallace.bsky.social #ukdhc @ukdhc.bsky.social #health #communications
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GasGasGas - The FRCA Primary Exam Podcast @gasgasgaspodcast.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Volume of Distribution — shot-glass vs swimming-pool metaphor demystified. 👉 buff.ly/n1dpX74 #FOAMed #medsky #ansky
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Volume of Distribution for the FRCA Primary Exam
This episode explores the concept of Volume of Distribution for the FRCA, using pint glasses and shot glasses as a conceptual framework.
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
GLP-1 "Do not stop the drugs!" @elboghdadly.bsky.social advises on GLP-1 Receptor Agonists at #Anaesthesia2025
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Interesting presentation of experience and engagement with MyKanta and Open Notes in Finland since 2010 at #MIE2025 #BuddyHealthcare @ukdhc.bsky.social #Health #Informatics of note 48% of over 75yo’s now engaging with the system regularly!
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
At the Medical Informatics Europe Conference #MIE2025 at Technology & Innovation Centre, University Strathclyde #UniofStrathclyde today! Interesting posters & topics #Informatics @ukdhc.bsky.social @wanguswallace.bsky.social #Medical #Innovation #AI #BCS #FedIP @efmi.bsky.social
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Anaesthesia @anaesjournal.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
How do you measure metabolic equivalents (METs)? How many flights of stairs? What is the speed of ascension? How many stairs in a ‘flight’? What is the stair width? #AnSky #MedSky doi.org/10.1111/anae...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Calling all doctors, allied health professionals and patients with an interest in the developments of perioperative care. Our bi-monthly newsletter highlights the most up to date information, events, resources and publications. Sign up: ow.ly/Nt2Z50VRKvt
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Anaesthesia @anaesjournal.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Stable chronic heart failure is independently associated with major adverse cardiovascular events, mortality and severe postoperative complications when measured 30 days after non-cardiac surgery. #AnSky #MedSky doi.org/10.1111/anae...
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
We're delighted to announce the date and theme of the 2nd UKDHC Annual Scientific Conference 2025! Advancing Digital Competence Collaboration, Innovation & Empowerment in Health and Social Care Taking place online on 23 October 2025.
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
UKDHC's Angus Wallace was invited to write the foreword for Anthony Lawton's book 'The AI Strategic Edge – an accessible, thoughtful and genuinely useful read for anyone trying to get to grips with what #AI really means for #healthcare, today and tomorrow. ukdhc.info/the-ai-strat...
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The AI Strategic Edge: Foreword - UKDHC CIC
Prof. Angus Wallace provides the foreword to Anthony Lawton's book on AI in healthcare - The AI Strategic Edge.
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
The College, alongside the Safe Anaesthesia Liaison Group (SALG), the @facultypainmed.bsky.social and cpoc.bsky.social would like to ensure that anaesthetists are aware that prolonged release opioids are no longer licensed for the treatment of post operative pain. ow.ly/nV2E50VOCz5
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Modified release opioid medication
The Safe Anaesthesia Liaison Group (SALG) would like to ensure that anaesthetists are aware that prolonged release opioids are no longer licensed for the treatment of post operative pain.
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
The vacancy for our next Patient Lead closes on the 09 May 2025. Sit on the CPOC Board and lead our patient representative team to ensure the patient voice shapes CPOC’s strategic direction and remains central to all we do. Interview: 06 June 2025 ➡️https://ow.ly/7hNG50VjgrP
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Neil deGrasse Tyson @neildegrassetyson.com · 04/05/2025
The plots of disaster movies that portray the end of civilization often begin with high-level Government Officials ignoring the warnings of Scientists. One of several lesson learned from the 2.5 hour @Netflix Documentary — Don’t Look Up (2021).
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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Join us in June for our latest Anaesthetic Updates event. Connect with speciality experts, and share your experiences. The hybrid event runs over 3 days which can earn you up to 15 CPD points. Attend 1, 2 or all 3 days. 11-13 June Online or in person in London. ow.ly/LKuB50VITmC
Anaesthetic Updates. Don't miss your place. 11-13 June 2025, Hybrid, etc.venues, London. Book now.

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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
We're appointing 7 Regional Ambassadors to help drive the launch and promotion of our innovative training programmes and initiatives across the UK. Apply here: ukdhc.info/vacancies/
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Vacancies - UKDHC CIC
Vacancies We are not currently hiring. English Regional Ambassador x 7Applications close: 17.00 28 April 2025 Position: View job spec […]
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Join UKDHC's Exec Director Prof. Angus Wallace at #NHSWorkforce where the topic of discussion will be workforce digital skills. This session is from 10.35–11.05 and it's free! Register here: events.nationalhealthexecutive.com/workforce-20...
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
We have published our 2025 updated Guideline for the Management of Anaemia in the Perioperative Pathway. The guideline focuses on a full pathway patient centred approach to reduce postop anaemia risk. ➡️Includes 2025 preface summary of key changes. 🔗https://ow.ly/AA0n50Vy0OK
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G4sD0c @g4sd0c.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
This is a very valid point that is quite often sadly the outcome of implementing “digital initiatives” in the NHS where paper based thought processes and ways of working get transposed into “digital paper” process. This misses the whole point and renders the data inaccessible.
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UKDHC @ukdhc.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
UKDHC is looking to appoint 7 Regional Ambassadors to help drive the launch and promotion of our innovative training programmes and initiatives across the UK. Find out more here: ukdhc.info/vacancies/
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Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC) @cpoc.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
At our CPOC Advisory Group Webinar CPOC Deputy Director @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social reinforces the clear evidence for perioperative care. ➡️Preoperative optimisation reduces complications by up 50% ➡️ 3% of patients account for 45% of hospital costs ➡️12% of operations have complications
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Digital Health @digitalhealth2.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Apply: bursaries for aspiring NHS CIOs, CCIOs and CNIOs Develop digital health leadership skills, gain insights from NHS, earn 10 CPD points, and network with peers, senior leaders Sponsored by @salesforce and @InterSystems Submit👉https://digitalhealthsummerschools.com/nextgen-bursary-programme
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