In this episode of Action on Health Inequality, Dr Aicha Bouraoui hosts a discussion with Dr Chris Packham and Dr Kathy Petersen on the principles and impact of value-based healthcare. The conversation explores four key dimensions of value and how they can be applied to reduce health inequalities. Drawing on their clinical and public health experience, the speakers highlight the importance of integrated care, data sharing, and prioritising vulnerable populations. They also reflect on the operational and cultural challenges in delivering equitable care and the need for frontline clinicians to be empowered and involved in shaping solutions. This video is part of the RCP’s ongoing commitment to improving population health through inclusive, data-informed, and patient-centred approaches.
Speakers
Dr Chris Packham is a practising inner-city GP in Nottingham and a consultant public health physician. He is the RCP special adviser on population health and is an associate medical director at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. With a background in cardiovascular epidemiology and public health leadership, Chris focuses on integrating specialist public health skills into clinical pathways to reduce health inequalities.
Dr Aicha Bouraoui is a consultant rheumatologist and content advisor for RCP Improvement programme. She is known for her work in promoting value-based healthcare and addressing health inequalities through clinical leadership and inclusive service design. Aicha brings a frontline clinical perspective to improvement conversations, particularly around patient-centred care and equity.
Dr Kathy Petersen is a GP partner in Northumberland and the strategic clinical lead for the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, focusing on learning disability, neurodivergence, and mental health. She co-chairs the RCGP’s learning disability special interest group and is a Core20PLUS5 ambassador. Kathy is widely recognised for her work on inclusive healthcare strategies and improving access for vulnerable populations.
