13th NHS Radiology and Imaging: Building Resilience and Capacity

The Midlands region, while benefiting from strong academic collaborations and strategic NHS investments, faces significant workforce shortages, coupled with increasing pressure from rural and urban Trusts alike. The post-pandemic demand for diagnostics has outpaced the capacity of the radiology workforce, making imaging backlogs a serious concern.

In addition, the rollout of Community Diagnostic Centres (CDCs) and the need for greater interoperability across the Midlands’ diverse healthcare networks add complexity to service delivery.

Key Subjects

• Workforce sustainability: Addressing shortages through training, retention, and international recruitment.
• Optimising the role of Community Diagnostic Centres in delivering fast, efficient imaging services.
• Enhancing collaboration across the Midlands imaging networks for better service delivery.
• Data standardisation and platform interoperability: The next frontier for seamless imaging integration.
• Imaging for early cancer detection: How to drive improvements in radiology-led cancer diagnostics.

Professionals attending this Midlands event will have the opportunity to focus on regional challenges specific to balancing urban and rural healthcare demands, while benefiting from a forward-looking agenda that aligns with national priorities.

Radiology managers, clinical leads, and service transformation officers will gain critical insights into building a resilient workforce, improving diagnostic timeliness, and adopting interoperable digital platforms. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to drive efficiency and reduce backlogs in their respective Trusts.