Problems Worth Solving

Dr. Jonathan Gregory: Part 1, transforming cancer pathways

11 Mar 2025

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In this two part episode, we talk to Dr. Jonathan Gregory, a former NHS cancer surgeon turned healthcare innovator, to explore the intersection of data, digital tools, AI, and patient-centred design in transforming cancer pathways.With over 20 years in frontline surgery and leadership roles, Jonathan now works. as clinical advisor for Macmillan Cancer Support, and in roles at Imperial College, and NHS innovation programmes to rethink how healthcare is delivered—from AI-powered end-of-treatment communication to understanding the lived experiences of cancer survivors. He also runs his own consultancy Pivotal Health working with the NHS, academia, startups, and third-sector organisations to develop and implement digital, AI, and data-driven tools.In part one we explore:What it's like working as a surgeonRedesigning cancer pathways and why the NHS struggles, despite simple solutions being within reachHealth inequalities in cancer care and how systems can be re-engineered to work for everyoneIn part two we explore:Where the real power of AI lies—not in replacing doctors but to challenge bias and support better decisionsAI's role in better patient communicationA groundbreaking national research trial, which is rapidly becoming the largest of its kindJonathan’s insights will challenge how you think about healthcare transformation, showing how human-centred design, behavioural science, and digital innovation can unlock real improvements—if we let them.If you’re interested in the future of healthcare, cancer treatment, health inequalities, or AI’s role in medicine, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Problems Worth Solving is brought to you by Healthia, the collaborative service design consultancy for transformation in health, care and public services. Find out more about our work at healthia.services.

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2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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Dr. Jonathan Gregory: Part 1, transforming cancer pathways

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13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

2ª PARTE | 06 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 22 ENE 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

3ª PARTE | 04 MAR 2026 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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