The sustainability of healthcare systems around the world are under threat, with the way we design and deliver care in need of reform. The international movement of value-based health care (VBHC) presents a structured, whole of system approach to bring all parts of the system together to drive transformational reform that addresses the complex interplay of the issues undermining sustainability.
More advanced in its implementation, the Welsh model of VBHC drives improved outcomes through an iterative data-driven, evidence-based approach that is built on the principles of equity, sustainability, and partnerships.
Recognising the importance of sharing and learning in achieving the collective vision and cultural change necessary to support VBHC implementation, the AHHA’s Australian Centre for Value Based Health Care held the VBHC Congress 2023. This was followed by a two-week roadshow exploring VBHC implementation in remote, rural and metropolitan locations across Australia.
International leader and early adopter of a whole of system VBHC approach, Dr Sally Lewis, National Clinical Director for Value Based Healthcare at the Welsh Value in Health Centre, NHS Wales, joined both the Congress and roadshow to reflect on the experience of VBHC implementation across Wales.
The Welsh model resonated strongly with Australian audiences, highlighting an opportunity to harness leanings from Wales, together with the immense expertise within Australia, to support VBHC operationalisation within the Australian policy context.
This webinar will reflect on the conversations held throughout the VBHC Congress and roadshow, the importance of connecting grassroots innovation and national policy and next steps for advancing VBHC in Australia.
SPEAKERS
Robyn Hudson, Deputy Director General Policy and Transformation, ACT Health
Robyn has over twenty years of diverse experience in health forged in the UK and Australia ranging from clinician to transformational executive leader. She delivers better outcomes for communities by establishing strong partnerships across the whole system and leveraging her extensive health system knowledge and experience. She holds an MBA from Cambridge University and is a registered Physiotherapist, with a further undergraduate degree in Psychology. She is currently the Deputy Director General Policy and Transformation from ACT Health.
Megan Callinan, Chief Executive, Marathon Health
Megan is an experience change manager and culture champion. Megan is also personally invested in ensuring that people in regional Australia have access to the support and services they need to thrive. Megan has a strong record of delivering outcomes across a range of industry sectors; community development, Aboriginal organisations, government and health. She is currently the CEO of Marathon Health, Pro Chancellor Charles Sturt University and a Board Member of Regional Development Australia - Orana region.
Quinn Pawson, Chief Executive, South Eastern Melbourne PHN
Quinn is an experienced CEO and executive in the not-for-profit sector with a strong track record in successfully leading innovation, cultural transformation, mergers and reorganisations. He is adept at maximising results and services for individuals, families and communities disadvantaged by mental health, homelessness, poverty, and family violence. Quinn's most recent role was Chief Executive Officer at VincentCare Victoria and VincentCare Community Housing. He has also held executive roles at Uniting Vic/Tas, Prahran Mission and Relationships Australia. Quinn is focused on creating a safe, inclusive and supporting culture with a leadership style that engages the heart, health and soul of the organisation. He is passionate about growing and aligning values, people, culture, systems and financial capital in service of an organisation's purpose.
Kylie Woolcock, Chief Executive, AHHA
Kylie has extensive experience in the for-purpose sector, across governance, strategy, health policy, workforce development and clinical practice. She has worked from diverse perspectives, at local, state and national levels, in Australia and internationally. Kylie has a keen interest in digital transformation and the application of artificial intelligence and has completed postgraduate studies in this field. She continues to work closely with a diverse range of health services and stakeholders across the health system in Australia and internationally to support shifting the system towards a person-centred, value-based system. Kylie is a Visiting Fellow in the Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology, and a Governing Council member of the International Hospital Federation.
