The Future The NHS is currently facing significant challenges, as outlined in recent reports. Key issues include the state of A&E services, rising cancer rates, access to scans, long patient waiting times, and recurring winter crises. These problems are compounded by the deteriorating health of the population, difficulties in patient transitions from hospitals to social care, and insufficient capital investment, resulting in outdated healthcare facilities.
hospitals within tight deadlines, positively impacting local communities. We remain committed to the essential task of enhancing and refurbishing key acute healthcare facilities, having established a strong track record in areas such as inpatient accommodation, A&E services, maternity care, and cancer treatment. It is also recognized that social and community care have been historically underfunded. Improving primary and community services is essential to alleviate pressure on the acute sector. Gilling Dod has contributed to several Community Diagnostic Centres, primary care GP facilities, and community hubs, demonstrating that even smaller projects can have a significant impact. Engaging local communities in the design and implementation of these initiatives is crucial for ensuring ownership and continued use. Furthermore, we are at the forefront of integrating complex laboratory services and artificial intelligence technologies into the NHS, empowering patients through digital solutions. Despite the ongoing challenges faced by the NHS and their effects on staff, patients, and communities, we take pride in our contributions and the positive outcomes of our projects. Over the next decade, we anticipate transformative changes in healthcare delivery and settings. Gilling Dod is dedicated to supporting this evolution through informed, innovative design, helping to shape healthier communities for the future.
To address these challenges, three major shifts are proposed:
• Transitioning from hospital care to community care • Moving from analogue to digital solutions • Emphasizing prevention over treatment
These shifts align with the government’s commitment to the New Hospital Programme (NHP), which aims to create a realistic timeline for necessary improvements in healthcare delivery. The approach to resolving these issues will require flexibility, innovation, and a focus on reform rather than just increased funding. The delivery methods and care processes must evolve alongside public needs, available funding, and technological advancements. At Gilling Dod, we are proud to be involved in addressing these challenges. Our participation in the NHP, along with RAAC replacement projects, provides us valuable insights into what is necessary for successful implementation. The NHP is an ambitious initiative that presents a unique opportunity to develop effective design proposals and deliver much-needed
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