#346 Challenges and Opportunities in Primary Care with Ruth Rankine
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
Release Date: 06/25/2025
#348 From Pain to Progress with Pure Unity Health with Adam Davies
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
What if managing chronic pain was as much about community and conversation as it is about medication and treatment plans? In this episode, we sit down with the inspiring Adam Davies, Health and Wellbeing Services Lead at Pure Unity Health, to explore a fresh, holistic approach to chronic pain management. Adam shares his journey from working in traditional musculoskeletal services to leading forward thinking wellbeing initiatives. He highlights the vital roles of health coaches and social prescribers in crafting care that’s not just clinical, but deeply personal. Learn how Pure Unity Health...
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#347 Strategic Commissioning and Service Redesign in Primary Care with David Mphanza
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
Can healthcare transformation keep pace with our rapidly changing world? In this episode, we speak with David Mphanza, Head of Primary Care for East Berkshire at Frimley ICB, who shares insights on the shift from traditional to strategic commissioning. David highlights the importance of social prescribing, patient engagement, and collaboration in creating a responsive healthcare system. From contract management and service redesign to community empowerment and digital innovation, David outlines how clear communication, strong partnerships, and holistic thinking, where “no door is...
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#346 Challenges and Opportunities in Primary Care with Ruth Rankine
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
In this episode, Ruth Rankine joins Tara to explore the future of primary care leadership and how community-driven, flexible approaches can shape sustainable healthcare. We discuss the NHS Confederation’s efforts to influence policy, the evolving role of ICBs, and the potential for acute trusts to take on more general practice services. Ruth highlights the importance of strong leadership, integrated teams, and partnerships beyond the NHS to address growing community needs. Key Takeaways: The future of primary care leadership is community-focused and collaborative. The NHS Confederation is...
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#345 Understanding Your Personal Sleep Needs with Dr Dimitri Gavriloff
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
In this episode, we’re joined by clinical psychologist and sleep specialist Dimitri Gavriloff to discuss why sleep is so vital to our health. We explore how sleep affects mood, focus, and overall wellbeing, and dive into the role of circadian rhythms, especially in children and adolescents. Dimitri shares practical tips for better sleep, explains how technology can both help and hinder rest, and offers advice for those with irregular schedules, like healthcare workers. Key takeaways: Sleep is essential for physical and mental health. Everyone has different sleep patterns. Kids and teens...
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#344 Creating Healthy Communities with Dr Selvaseelan Selvarajah
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
This week Tara is joined by Dr Selvaseelan Selvarajah, GP partner at Bromley by Bow Health and a leader in healthcare innovation. They explore the major challenges facing GPs today, from contract pressures to the growing demand on services. The conversation also covers the future of integrated care, social prescribing, and how AI and new models, like employee-owned practices, are shaping the next era of primary care. Key Points: GP workforce shortages and contract challenges The role of social prescribing in modern healthcare Integrated care neighbourhoods and PCN collaboration AI...
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#343 Back to Basics: A Week in the Life of a Healthcare CEO
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
Can strategic business planning on a Bank Holiday spark breakthrough insights? This week, Tara traded downtime for deep focus, setting 90 day goals and blending client work with core business strategy. In this episode, she shares a behind the scenes look at her life as a healthcare CEO, highlighting the value of asking for advice, building a strong support network, and being intentional about growth and visibility. She also reflects on the power of strategic thinking and the role of reflective practice in effective healthcare leadership. The week was full of meaningful conversations and...
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#342 The Business of Hair Transplants with Dr Roshan Vara
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
In this episode of the Business of Healthcare podcast, Tara interviews Dr Roshan Vara, a hair transplant surgeon and co-founder of The Treatment Dreams London. Roshan shares his journey from working in the NHS to starting his own clinic, discussing the challenges and rewards of running a hair transplant business. He delves into the intricacies of hair transplant procedures, the importance of patient care, and the evolving landscape of marketing in healthcare. Roshan emphasises the need for quality in patient care and the role of social media in reaching potential...
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#341 Understanding ADHD with Dr Helen Lawal
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
In this episode of the Business of Healthcare podcast, Tara and Helen discuss Helen's journey from being a GP to specialising in neurodiversity, particularly ADHD. They explore the challenges faced by women with ADHD, the importance of understanding the condition beyond stereotypes, and the role of lifestyle medicine in managing symptoms. Helen shares insights on navigating the healthcare system for diagnosis, the significance of self-awareness, and the need for societal change regarding neurodiversity stigma. The conversation emphasises the importance of embracing...
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#340 Tackling Health Inequalities and Transforming Patient Care with Dr Neil Modha
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
In this episode of the Business of Healthcare podcast, Dr. Neil Modha discusses his work as a GP and the innovative initiatives he has implemented to address health inequalities in his community. He shares insights on a population health management pilot project aimed at understanding and supporting frequent attenders at his practice. Neil emphasises the importance of engaging with patients to identify their challenges and the need for a holistic approach to healthcare that goes beyond medical diagnoses. He also discusses the funding and resources allocated to these initiatives and the...
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#339 10 Year Business Anniversary
The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey
In this milestone episode, Tara reflects on a decade of growth and transformation as she celebrates 10 years of THC Primary Care. Tara shares key lessons from refocusing the consultancy five years ago to support primary care networks, highlighting the strategic pivots and resilience that have shaped her journey. Key Takeaways: The Power of Niche Specialisation Lessons from a Female Entrepreneur Using your unfair advantages Financial Literacy & Strategic Growth The Importance of a Strong Support Network Join Tara as she unpacks these insights and celebrates a decade of impact, learning,...
info_outlineIn this episode, Ruth Rankine joins Tara to explore the future of primary care leadership and how community-driven, flexible approaches can shape sustainable healthcare. We discuss the NHS Confederation’s efforts to influence policy, the evolving role of ICBs, and the potential for acute trusts to take on more general practice services. Ruth highlights the importance of strong leadership, integrated teams, and partnerships beyond the NHS to address growing community needs.
Key Takeaways:
- The future of primary care leadership is community-focused and collaborative.
- The NHS Confederation is driving integration and influencing policy.
- ICBs may reshape primary care, with acute trusts playing a bigger role.
- Financial pressures demand flexible, neighbourhood-led service models.
- Strong leadership and community partnerships are key to sustainable care.
I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.
I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.
I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.
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