Our 5th Vulcan Session, delivered in association with Barclays Eagle Labs, will focus on Health Tech.

Stay after the talks for the free buffet and get connected to like-minded people interested in collaborating on digital and tech in Northamptonshire.

How data saves lives in Northamptonshire

Health records have been digital for decades and Northamptonshire is now harnessing the power of joining this together so we can be  more proactive about our health. Now data can truly save lives, make us healthier and identify those in need.

In this talk, Matthew Hutton, NHS Digital Lead for Integrated Care Northamptonshire, will explain how sharing and using health and social data will revolutionise how we run our NHS. Matthew will also share the exciting opportunity of how being involved in digital in health and social care can not only save lives, it can shape your career.

About Matthew Hutton

Matthew Hutton works for the NHS Integrated Care System in Northamptonshire as the Digital Lead.

Integrated Care Northamptonshire and Matthew’s Digital Team have both been shortlisted in the Health Service Journal’s Digital Awards in 2024.

Matthew moved from Head of Communications for a large government agency back to his hometown during the pandemic with the new goal to improve the health and wellbeing of people in Northamptonshire.

Read Matthew’s recent Digital Northants Story

Unleashing the power of Metaverse Learning

Step into the realm of healthcare innovation in an immersive session led by Cassandra Baxendale, Business Development Director at Metaverse Learning.

We'll explore the groundbreaking possibilities of immersive learning within healthcare education. From Virtual Reality to Augmented Reality and Virtual Environments, we'll unveil how these cutting-edge technologies captivate learners, enhance learning journeys, and increase knowledge retention.

Engage in interactive experiences to witness firsthand how immersive technology recreates real-world scenarios, equipping learners with indispensable skills for success in healthcare. 

About Cassandra Baxendale

Cassandra is the Business Development Director at Metaverse Learning, a pioneering provider of immersive learning and training solutions through extended reality, including Virtual Reality (VR), Virtual Environments (VE) and Augmented Reality (AR). She is passionate about the future of education and how digital innovation can be incorporated into teaching practices to maximise learning outcomes.

With over 15 years of experience in education and technology, Cassandra has contributed her expertise across seven colleges in Warwickshire and Worcestershire, excelling in both management and marketing roles.