The Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated and has brought pre-existing health inequalities into sharp focus. But what can we learn from the last 2 years and how can health professionals close the health gap? What can healthcare professionals do when individuals facing greatest deprivation are not only experiencing higher risk of exposure to the virus whilst already living with existing poor health and multiple comorbidities?

Through a series of practical examples and case studies showcased by our guests, this episode explores the role of personalised care in reducing health inequalities through shared decision making, multidisciplinary collaboration, local community connections, patient engagement and patient empowerment.  

This episode is being hosted by Personalised Care Institute Ambassador Dr Bogdan Chiva Giurca who is joined by three very special guests: Dr Bola Owalabi, Director of Health Inequalities NHS England and NHS Improvement, Dr Selena Stellman – General Practitioner, and Dr Benjamin Ellis – Consultant Rheumatologist.

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You can find out more about the issues discussed in this episode here: www.england.nhs.uk/ltphimenu/definitions-for-health-inequalities