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The future of the NHS is the subject of the first Spotlight Public Lecture delivered by Bournemouth University.

The Spotlight Public Lecture Series will shine a light on societal issues and areas of university strength, focussing on research conducted at the university and its real-world impact.

The first lecture will look at building an NHS fit for the future, featuring experts in women’s health, social care, and orthopaedics.

The event will be hosted at Royal Bournemouth Hospital from 5.30pm on Tuesday 18 March, with free tickets available. University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (UHD) CEO Siobhan Harrington will be opening the event.

Guests will hear from Professor Tom Wainwright, an expert in orthopaedics who also works at UHD; Professor Vanora Hundley, an expert in midwifery and women’s health; and Professor Lee-Ann Fenge, a leader in social work and care.  The panel will each share their own research and how their work can help to inform future NHS plans and help people live better for longer.

Professor Sarah Bate, Interim Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Knowledge Exchange at Bournemouth University, said, “I am always amazed by the work of our wonderful experts here at BU, who advance knowledge, solve societal issues and conduct research for a better future.

“I am excited for this first research-focused public lecture, centred around the health of the NHS – we want to see the NHS thrive and have academics actively working alongside NHS colleagues to support the health of people in the local area – I’m pleased that we’re able to share this research with you at this event.”

Future dates for events in the series will be announced shortly, with topics including tackling misinformation and the power of the past.

Tickets for the event can be reserved via Eventbrite: https://Spotlight-on-the-NHS.eventbrite.co.uk

For more information about the Spotlight Public Lecture Series, visit: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/spotlight-lectures