NMAHP Digital Innovation Festival 2026

About the Event

Free networking event for healthcare professionals, researchers and digital enthusiasts exploring the future of digital healthcare

The Nursing, Midwifery, and Allied Health Professionals (NMAHP) Digital Innovation Festival was a one-day networking and knowledge exchange event that brought together healthcare professionals, researchers, educators and digital innovators to explore how digital technologies, artificial intelligence and collaborative approaches are shaping the future of health and care.

The festival showcased and critically discussed research, innovation, education and real-world applications across nursing, midwifery and allied health professions, with a strong focus on advancing practice, artificial intelligence, collaborative approaches and addressing digital inequalities.

The festival was proudly supported by The University of Salford and industry partner, Future Nurse.

Date & Time

26th June 2026 | 09:30 - 17:30.

Location

The University of Salford -Media City Campus Foyer MediaCityUK B4, Orange Tower Salford M50 2HE

Who Attended

Healthcare professionals, researchers and digital enthusiasts exploring the future of digital healthcare

Event Highlights
  • Three-Minute PhD/DProf Thesis session with inspiring examples from clinical practice
  • Keynote talks on digital innovation and its impact on patient care
  • Networking and refreshments to close the day
Keynote Speakers
  • Helen Balsdon, Chief Nursing information Officer at NHS England.
  • Prabha Vijayakumar, National Chief AHP Information Officer

This event is free. It is a chance to network with senior nurse and AHP digital leaders and hear the latest research and trends in digital nursing theory and practice.

Other Information
  • Food and drinks will be provided.

Exact entrance: