What works for primary care led integration?

We recently shared highlights from our realist synthesis on primary care-led integrated models, at the Health Policy and Planning Network workshop. Take a look at our presentation for a flavour of our findings ahead of publication later in the summer.

Scenario planning – an antidote to the false certainties of forecasts and grand plans

The resurgence of uncertainty

"I am constantly reminded of the value of their team, and the scenario planning work has equally impressed me" - Dudley MCP Analysis

"The Strategy Unit prepared and delivered the Dudley System

Want to have better access to general practice appointments?

Here’s how we can support practice staff to improve access.

Understanding future maternity demand and activity using collaborative modelling methods

The Strategy Unit approach to demand and activity modelling has been developed, refined and extensively tested over many years in a variety of heal

Strategy Unit work helping make the case for increased NHS funding

We were pleased to hear Simon Stevens referring to the conclusions of our project in his speech this week setting out the

HSJ Article - Why are A&Es feeling the strain?

Article published by HSJ on 3rd November 2017.

Artificial Intelligence and the NHS

This is a note of an interview with Matt Fenech of Future Advocacy

The Strategy Unit and the new Aston Medical School

We are very pleased to announce that The Strategy Unit has been invited to be a founding member of the new Urgent and Emergency Psychiatric Care Ce

A&E waiting times are longer – but that’s not all bad news

The country’s major accident and emergency (A&E) departments are struggling more than ever before to see patients within the government target of four hours – but that is not all bad news.

Good data and analysis amplifies trust and understanding

Analysis on A&E waiting times makes an important contribution to discussions on current pressures in emergency care.

"Shining a light on mental health provision" (Mental Health Report)

Our analysis of the physical health of people who use mental health services is helping to identify strategic priorities and opportunities for improvement in health systems across the country.

"A more informed narrative and evidence" to help drive priorities (Mental Health Report)

Superintendent Sean Williams comments on our analysis packs making the case to integrate mental and physical health care.

"This report is vitally important to us and a powerful call to action" - Mental Health Report

"I have quoted the headlines from this remarkable report at two board meetings over the last two days and the response has been ident

Making the Case for integrating mental and physical health care

The Strategy Unit was commissioned by NHS England to provide tailored reports to each of the Sustainability and Transformation Partnerships in England.

"Exactly the kind of support that can make effective clinical strategic leadership possible"

Read what Professor Adrian Williams had to say about The Strategy Unit’s ability to quickly and intelligently grasp what he was trying to do.

Can a new model of integrated care improve resilience?

The Strategy Unit has recently completed a £116,000 research project that will inform the development of new care models central to the NHS Fi

Innovation In Dudley: The Enabling Practice To Improve And Change Programme (Epic)

The Strategy Unit has been working with GP practices in Dudley for the last three years to support service improvement in Primary Care.

"I commend it enthusiastically to colleagues as a catalyst for much needed change.” (Mental Health Report)