From Surgeon to System Leader: Prof. Stella Vig on Care, Courage and the Future of Healthcare
July 2, 2025
Welcome to The Connection: Where Tech Meets Humanity in Healthcare podcast, brought to you by RLDatix.
In this episode, Liz Jones and Darren Kilroy are joined by Prof. Stella Vig, Deputy National Medical Director for Secondary Care at NHS England, to dive into challenges in surgery, the evolution of medical careers, and the transformative potential of AI in healthcare.
👉 At RLDatix, we understand that health and care is a complex landscape where technology must work hand-in-hand with human expertise. In our podcast, we explore how our commitment to safety and operational efficiency can improve the daily experiences of health and care professionals while keeping patient safety at the core of everything we do. 🎉
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Welcome to The Connection: Where Tech Meets Humanity in Healthcare podcast, brought to you by RLDatix.
In this episode, Liz Jones and Darren Kilroy are joined by Prof. Stella Vig, Deputy National Medical Director for Secondary Care at NHS England, to dive into challenges in surgery, the evolution of medical careers, and the transformative potential of AI in healthcare.
What You’ll Learn:
- How challenging career stereotypes and pursuing unconventional paths can lead to groundbreaking achievements in medicine
- Why the "if you can't see it, you can't be it" mentality shouldn't limit medical career aspirations
- The critical role of meaningful mentorship in shaping medical careers and encouraging diversity in specialised fields
- How AI and wearable technology are revolutionising preventative healthcare and surgical interventions
- The importance of maintaining human connection in patient care while leveraging technological advances
Prof. Stella Vig is the National Clinical Director for Elective Care and Deputy National Medical Director for Secondary Care at NHS England. With an inspiring journey as one of the few female surgeons in her field, she has broken barriers and become a pioneering figure in UK healthcare leadership. Known for her commitment to making a difference in healthcare delivery, Stella combines clinical expertise with strategic oversight, maintaining one clinical session while dedicating the majority of her time to transforming healthcare at the national level.
👉 At RLDatix, we understand that health and care is a complex landscape where technology must work hand-in-hand with human expertise. In our podcast, we explore how our commitment to safety and operational efficiency can improve the daily experiences of health and care professionals while keeping patient safety at the core of everything we do. 🎉
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