The Institute for Government & Public Policy’s Operating Theatres Show is gaining a reputation as an inspirational and empowering event offering solutions to the critical problems currently facing operating theatres and NHS staff.

Building on the success of the London-based show, The Operating Theatres Show 2024 is coming to the North of England. Join us and your fellow northern colleagues to learn about the latest legislation and programmes shaping the future of operating theatres in the NHS.

Patient backlogs remain a significant problem in the NHS, with millions waiting for treatment. In September 2023, the BBC reported that a record 7.68 million people are on a hospital waiting list in England, a rise of nearly half a million more patients by the end of July. Improving efficiency in operating theatres, to help with the post-pandemic elective recovery, has never been more important, and practical and staffing challenges make the process extremely complex.

Ongoing pay disputes and staff wellbeing issues also plague the workforce, causing low morale. Leadership plays a very important role in staff efficiency and retention, and with the theatre workforce being the least diverse healthcare profession groups, action needs to be taken to ensure more inclusivity in theatres and, consequently, better patient care. The journey to Net Zero by 2050 is also on the horizon, requiring operating departments to look closely at their energy efficiency and carbon emissions.

Join us at The Operating Theatres Show 2024 to discover more about the future of operating theatres in the NHS. Learn about the latest technology, efficiency improvements, and how to work towards a greener future. You do not want to miss this opportunity to be a part of the transformation of operating theatres in the NHS.