Welcome to the very first episode of Ethics Empowered, a brand-new spin-off from The Only Way is Ethics. Building on the success of our Women in HealthTech panels earlier this year, this series takes a broader look at the digital health landscape—exploring not only how we embed ethics, but also how innovation, leadership, and culture come together to shape the future of care.
I’m Liz Ashall-Payne, founder and CEO of ORCHA, a global leader in digital health accreditation and adoption, and I’m delighted to be joined by my co-host Julianna Tickell, a respected strategist and advisor who has worked extensively with health systems and innovators to ensure digital health delivers real-world impact.
Before we dive in, a special thank you to Dean and Sonya Mawson, founders of DPM Digital Health Consultancy Ltd and creators of The Only Way is Ethics podcast. Their support and vision have made Ethics Empowered possible, giving us this platform to spotlight women leaders and bring vital conversations about digital health and ethics to a wider audience.
For our inaugural episode, we’re joined by an outstanding panel of women making waves in digital health:
Dr. Penny Kechagioglou, Chief Clinical Information Officer and Deputy Chief Medical Officer at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust, with deep expertise in oncology, clinical transformation, and digital health leadership.
Susan O’Leary, a digital health lawyer and policy expert, specialising in health data, governance, and the frameworks that help ensure technology is safe, compliant, and trusted.
Navneet Kaur, an experienced leader in digital innovation and transformation, driving forward programmes that bridge clinical need with emerging technologies.
Farirai Gora, a passionate advocate for equity in digital health, focused on ensuring new technologies address health inequalities and are accessible to all communities.
In this episode, we set the tone for Ethics Empowered by looking at the real-world challenges and opportunities in digital health today. We’ll discuss the balancing act between rapid innovation and patient safety, the role of leadership in embedding strong values and governance, and how female leaders are shaping the culture of digital transformation. Our guests also share practical lessons, from strategies that ensure ethics and equity are built in from the start to advice for organisations seeking to harness digital health responsibly and effectively.
This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal health advice.We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management.