The PHIN Quality Forum returns this October, bringing together healthcare professionals from across the independent sector to explore how data can better support patient choice. This year’s theme ('Smart patients – How data will inform healthcare choices') focuses on how information is shaping the way people understand, compare and navigate healthcare.
As access to data grows, patients are becoming more informed and more involved in decisions about their care. The forum will look at what that means in practice, where there are still gaps, and how the sector can make better use of the information available.
Due to high demand, registration is now closed.
Why attend the PHIN Quality Forum?
- Understand how high-performance data is being used to improve the quality of care in private hospitals and clinics
- Hear how better information empowers patients to make more informed decisions
- Learn from experts across data science, digital health, and patient safety
- Meet providers, consultants, insurers, patient organisations and health technology leaders
Event details
- Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026
- Time: Registration from 09.00 | Forum 9.30-15.30
- Location: Royal College of Physicians, Regent’s Park, London
- Cost: Free to attend ( Due to high demand, registration is now closed )
Quality Forum 2026 Event Pack
Speakers
Maggie Alphonsi MBE will be joining us as our keynote speaker at the PHIN Quality Forum 2026.
As one of the most recognisable names in women’s team sports, Maggie represented England 74 times, scored 28 tries, and played a key role in England Rugby’s World Cup winning squad and record-breaking Six Nations run.
But her story goes beyond elite sport. In her keynote, Maggie will reflect on her journey both as an athlete and as a patient recovering from a serious knee injury. She’ll share how data and the right support shaped her rehabilitation and her return to competition at the highest level.
Our confirmed speakers are:
- Deborah Cohen – Health and science broadcaster, author and speaker
- Henrietta Hughes – Patient Safety Commissioner
- Amit Patel – Founder, Peachy Health
- Helen Hayes – Associate Principal Economist, Office of Health Economics
- Simon Gale – Divisional Director - Health & Care, Howden
- Daniel Maude – Head of Marketing, Chrysalis Finance
- Edward Ungar – Co-founder, Pharmacierge
- Akeel Arshad – Managing Partner, OS Clinic
- Dr Katie Baker – Director UK & Ireland, Tandem Health AI
- Mr Kapil Sahnan – Colorectal surgeon, St Mark's National Bowel Hospital / HCA
- Jon Twinn – Head of B2B (UK & Ireland) at Top Doctors
Who should attend?
The forum is aimed at anyone working in or alongside the independent healthcare sector, including:
- Private hospital leaders and care providers
- Consultants and clinical teams
- Insurers and health plan providers
- Policymakers and regulatory experts
- Patient advocacy groups
- Health technology companies and data specialists
PHIN Awards
On the day, we’ll also announce the winners of the PHIN Awards 2026.
Nominations are now closed.
| Award categories |
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| Consultant contribution: Consultant practice or consultant rep who makes biggest contribution to PHIN's work comply with the CMA Order and inform patient choice. |
| Best use of PHIN data: Highlight how you have used PHIN data to make a difference to your operations and/or processes. |
| Innovation with a patient focus: Use of data, especially PROMs, with significant impact on patient outcomes and/or experience. |
| Patient contribution award: This award is open to a patient who has gone above and beyond to help improve healthcare services, quality of care, or the patient experience, creating benefits for other patients. |
CPD points for attendance
PHIN is now CPD-accredited, so attendees will be able to claim six CPD points for attending the whole day.
Register now to secure your place and gain valuable insight while earning CPD credits.
This is in addition to the 3 CPD points available for consultants who complete the CMA Compliance Learning Academy module.
About PHIN
The Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation. Our mandate from the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is to improve transparency in private healthcare and help patients make informed choices.
We publish performance and fee information on private hospitals and consultants across the UK.
Event sponsors
Chrysalis Finance is the UK’s largest ethical healthcare lender, offering flexible payment options so patients can access private treatment when they need it.
OS Clinic is a London-based centre of excellence specialising in orthopaedics and oral maxillofacial care. Their mission is to minimise pain and to get patients back to full fitness as quickly as possible.
Pharmacierge is a digital pharmacy and e-prescribing service that enables clinicians to issue prescriptions electronically, with medications delivered directly to patients across the UK.
Tandem Health is a healthtech company developing AI-powered tools that support clinicians by automating documentation and streamlining clinical workflows.
Top Doctors Group provides technology that helps patients connect with healthcare professionals and access high-quality care. In the UK, its Top Doctors and iWantGreatCare platforms support patients and generate thousands of appointments for doctors and healthcare providers each year.
Previous Quality Forums
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