The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey Tara Humphrey

Dive into the heart of community and connection with Tara Humphrey as she welcomes Anna Mantell, the founder and Chief Executive of 'Food Friends', on this week's episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. Food Friends is an innovative meal-sharing initiative designed to combat loneliness by connecting members of the community through the sharing of home-cooked meals, something that Tara herself is also involved in supporting.
 
Whether you're a healthcare professional, a community leader, or simply someone looking to make a difference, this episode will ignite your passion for community service and demonstrate the power of a shared meal to bridge gaps and foster friendships.
 
Food Friends website
 
Anna is on LinkedIn here
 
Work with THC Primary Care
I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. 
To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.  I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.
I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.
For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.
 
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It's our 300th episode of The Business of Healthcare podcast !
 To mark this special occasion, Tara reflects on a journey of growth, learning, passion and the power of staying true to oneself in the complex world of healthcare with co-founder and SomX CEO (and host of the Health Tech podcast) Dr James Somauroo.
Listen as James turns the tables and interviews Tara, providing listeners with an intimate look at the woman behind the mic, covering:
Tara's personal and professional evolution Her insights into the nuances of primary care networks The importance of asking simple yet profound questions The courage it takes to embrace one's identity in a space where diversity is still a work in progress. From her accidental foray into healthcare consultancy to her aspirations of authoring a modern management healthcare book and potentially partnering in a general practice, as well as her very personal take on the transformative impact of health technology Tara's story is one of seizing opportunities and daring to dream big.

Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the podcast, this episode is a must-listen, offering inspiration, honesty, and a reminder of why we're all in the business of healthcare.


Work with THC Primary Care
I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. 
To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.  I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.
I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.
For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.
Improving the Business of Healthcare – One episode at a time…
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, leave your honest review, and share your favourite episodes on social media. 
Find us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn or visit our website: THC Primary Care.

In this solo episode, Tara reflects on her business and career, asking herself a series of questions to gain clarity and make positive changes. She explores what makes her happy, what she wants to be remembered for, how she wants to spend her leisure time, what assets she wants to invest in, what typically drives her decisions, who she wants around her, if she knows her numbers, what she is doing that no longer serves her, and what she is going to do next.
We hope that you can apply these questions too.
00:00 Introduction and Reflective State
03:23 Question 1: What Makes Me Happy?
06:27 Question 2: What Do I Want to Be Remembered For?
09:05 Question 3: How Do I Want to Spend My Leisure Time?
10:59 Question 4: What Assets Do I Want to Invest In?
13:30 Question 5: What Typically Drives My Decisions?
18:58 Question 7: Do I Know My Numbers?
21:56 Question 8: What Am I Doing Which No Longer Serves Me?
25:01 Question 9: What Am I Going to Do?
27:03 Conclusion
Work with THC Primary Care
I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. 
To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.  I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.
I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.
For more weekly insights and advice, sign up for my newsletter.
Introducing the Primary Care Network Members Club 
We thought it was long overdue that we created our own community, designed especially for Primary Care Network leaders by Primary Care Network leaders with a focus on practical support. 
🎯 Access our PCN salary calcalutors 
🎯 Exclusive blog content twice a month 
🎯 A repository of practical guides and templates 
Sign up here: https://www.thcprimarycare.co.uk/primary-care-network-members-club 
Improving the Business of Healthcare – One episode at a time…
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, leave your honest review, and share your favourite episodes on social media. 
Find us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn or visit our website: THC Primary Care.
Gob for Good
To register your #gobforgood and to join the stem cell registry - please click here to head straight to the website - maybe become a life saver and help make a difference.

In the latest episode of The Business of Healthcare podcast, we are joined by Danielle Bridge, CEO of Black Minds Matter UK, who shares her insights on mental health, the importance of community, and the power of a supportive network.
 
Danielle's journey is a testament to resilience and adaptability. Leading a mental health charity, she emphasises that while therapy is a crucial intervention, it is not the only path to mental wellbeing. A sense of belonging, purpose, and community joy are equally vital in nurturing our mental health.
 
The episode also touches on the impact of systemic racism on mental health services and the need for culturally appropriate therapy. Danielle discusses the vision and mission of Black Minds Matter UK, founded in the wake of George Floyd's killing and the pandemic time that highlighted the disparities in mental health support for the black community.
 
This episode is a must-listen and a reminder that amidst life's difficulties, there is always a community, joy, and abundance waiting to be embraced.
 
Work with THC Primary Care
I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. 
To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.  I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.
I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.
For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.
Improving the Business of Healthcare – One episode at a time…
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, leave your honest review, and share your favourite episodes on social media. 
Find us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn or visit our website: THC Primary Care.
Gob for Good
To register your #gobforgood and to join the stem cell registry - please click here to head straight to the website - maybe become a life saver and help make a difference.

In this episode, Ali Mack shares her personal experience with mesh complications and the challenges she has faced in receiving support and treatment. She discusses the lack of belief and dismissal she has encountered from healthcare professionals, as well as the impact on her daily life and the lives of her children. Ali emphasises the need for accountability and transparency in the healthcare system and calls for better support for mesh patients. She also highlights the importance of informed consent.
 
Introduction and Background
Ali's Mesh Story and Reaching Out
Complications and Symptoms
Lack of Belief and Support
Interactions with Healthcare Professionals
Mesh Removal and Future Hopes
Lack of Support and Accountability
Continued Use of Mesh
Difficulties in Finding Surgeons
Importance of Informed Consent
The Need for Accountability and Kindness
Slowing Down and Being Informed
Support Groups and Resources
 
podcast mentions
296 Dr Wael Agur
288 Dr Sam Finnikin
 
Work with THC Primary Care
I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. 
To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.  I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.
I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.
For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.
 
Improving the Business of Healthcare – One episode at a time…
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, leave your honest review, and share your favourite episodes on social media. 
Find us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn or visit our website: THC Primary Care.

In this compelling episode of The Business of Healthcare podcast, we delve into the complex and sensitive topic of the mesh scandal which has impacted countless women's lives. Tara welcomes Consultant Gynecologist and Urogynecology subspecialist Dr Wael Agur to share his expert insights on the rise and fall of mesh devices in surgical procedures.
 
Wael offers a candid look at the multifaceted issues surrounding patient consent, the role of manufacturers, aggressive marketing strategies, and the ethical dilemmas faced by medical professionals.
 
As we navigate the narrative of mesh-related chronic pain, lost livelihoods, and the erosion of trust in the healthcare system, this episode shines a light on the importance of listening to patients, critically evaluating evidence, and the intersection of healthcare and business ethics.
 
Work with THC Primary Care
I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. 
To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.  I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.
I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.
For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.
 
Improving the Business of Healthcare – One episode at a time…
Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, leave your honest review, and share your favourite episodes on social media. 
Find us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn or visit our website: THC Primary Care.
 
Gob for Good
To register your #gobforgood and to join the stem cell registry - please click here to head straight to the website - maybe become a life saver and help make a difference.