Transforming Women’s Healthcare with NHS Dorset’s CMO, Paul Johnson and Programme Manager, Helen Crook #1

“We are doing this because we genuinely believe that women and girls in Dorset deserve better, and when we come back to that key objective there’s nothing that we can’t get through.”  How do we put women’s voices and experiences at the heart of systematic change? That was the challenge for NHS Dorset and Dorset Women CIC - two organisations who collaborated to address local challenges in women’s healthcare. In this episode of “Speaking of Women’s Health” Marianne and Anjali welcome NHS Dorset’s Chief Medical Officer, Paul Johnson and Programme Manager, Helen Cook. Their candid discussion reveals the challenges and breakthroughs of their latest project,  whilst offering a refreshing and hopeful perspective on the future of healthcare.Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a woman navigating complex health systems or simply curious about how meaningful change happens, this episode offers a comprehensive understanding of the strategic efforts to enhance women’s health services. 🔑 Key ThemesEmpowerment through informationCollaborative healthcare designCreating systematic change in women’s healthCultural competence and inclusivity Continuous improvement and advocacy📖 Resources MentionedWomen’s Health Support in Dorset:https://ourdorset.org.uk/women/🎯 Action Items for ListenersVisit the Women’s Health website for evidence-based health information. Share the podcast and website with other women in the community. Consider how to advocate for women’s health in your local area. Encourage male family members and partners to learn about women’s health issues. 🔗 Connect with usHelen Crook, LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-crook-03a17736a/Paul Johnson, LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-johnson-0a36bb244/Marianne Storey, LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-storey-46938435/Anjali Mavi, LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjali-mavi-66a5a86/Dorset Women CIC Website:https://dorsetwomen.org.uk/Women’s Health Support in Dorset:https://ourdorset.org.uk/women/