The Primary Proposition: Shaping the Future of Primary Care #Ep.40

9/26/2025 12:00:00 AM

In the 40th episode of #HealthBeats, Methven Forbes, Group Chief Executive Officer of Fuller and Forbes Healthcare Group and a global authority in primary care, explores the evolving role of primary care as the “front door” of every health system.

 

Methven discusses how primary care is expanding beyond traditional clinical roles to become the central point of contact between health systems and citizens. He highlights the importance of educating GPs to take on broader responsibilities, leveraging data collection systems, and integrating technology to enable a more proactive, patient-centered approach.

The conversation also delves into the global shift from hospital to home-based care, exploring how this transformation impacts primary care delivery, and the systems that enable clinicians to access patient data efficiently. Methven shares insights on the challenges faced by the NHS, barriers to implementing best practices, and whether the UK is keeping pace with innovations emerging in the Middle East.

This episode offers a deep dive into how primary care can be fit for the future, supporting healthier populations and resilient healthcare systems worldwide.