Transforming lives through innovation. We support health and social care teams to find, test and implement evidence-based solutions to the NHS’s greatest challenges, driving economic growth for the region, supporting innovators and improving the lives of local people. Find out more Transforming lives through innovation. We support health and social care teams to find, test and implement evidence-based solutions to the NHS’s greatest challenges, driving economic growth for the region, supporting innovators and improving the lives of local people. Find out more News GP registration tool cuts paperwork, reduces costs and improves patient data Learn more Programme Intercultural Awareness Supporting health and care teams to deliver culturally sensitive, equitable and inclusive services. Learn more News The Frailty-First and End of Life Practical Management Pathway for Heart Failure Learn more News Supporting consistent, high-quality clinical reasoning in Kent and Medway Learn more Working with us Innovator hub Supporting the discovery, development and deployment of health and social care innovations Discover Our work Health & Employment WorkWell programme to tackle health-related employment barriers in Sussex Learn more ← → Working with us! Innovator hub The Industry and Enterprise team at Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex supports the discovery, development and deployment of health and social care innovations across the South East. Learn more Health & care professionals We understand the challenges you face and support you to find evidenced innovations which help address them. Learn more Researchers & academics We work closely with academia, connecting you with innovators, health services and the public to inform your research and translate it into clinical practice. Learn more Life sciences & industry We partner with forward-thinking pharmaceutical and life sciences companies who want to bring innovative treatments, pathways and solutions to patients and professionals in our region. Learn more Working with People and Communities Our people and communities across Kent, Surrey and Sussex are at the heart of research and innovation; we want to hear from and involve as many people as possible to improve lives, treat illnesses better, and make sure everyone gets the best care possible. Learn more Get in touch 2024 – 25: A transformative year at Health Innovation KSS Read our annual review now £500M national funding leveraged across whole Health Innovation Network* 1,592 lives saved through our MatNeo programme* 56 Fellowships delivered across the organisation *National Health Innovation Network statistics for financial year 2024 – 2025. Latest news & events Developing Your Value Proposition Part of the 'Unlocking the NHS: From Concept to Contract' webinar series, designed specifically for health innovators. A strong value proposition is essential for success. This session will guide innovators in clearly articulating the benefits of their solutions. Event More Introduction to the NHS Marketplace Part of the 'Unlocking the NHS: From Concept to Contract' webinar series, designed specifically for health innovators. This opening session provides a foundational overview of how the NHS operates as a marketplace and what innovators need to know to engage effectively. Event More New webinar series to support health innovators navigating the NHS Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex, Health Innovation South West, Health Innovation West Midlands, and Health Innovation West of England have joined forces to deliver a bi-monthly series of lunchtime webinars. Designed for innovators at all stages of development, the programme will offer practical insights and real-world guidance on working effectively within the NHS landscape. News 18 Jun 2026 More New report highlights barriers to GP registration and calls for improved access and inclusion Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) has published a new report highlighting the experiences of patients, carers and the public when registering with GP practices across Surrey and Sussex, with a clear call for action to improve access and inclusion in primary care. News 18 Jun 2026 More Partnership offers UK health tech innovators gateway to US healthcare market Health tech startups and scaleups will have a new route into the United States healthcare market, following the signing of a new partnership between Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) and BioSTL. News 15 Jun 2026 More New resource launched to support innovators to include neurodivergent children and young people in design Exploring how including neurodivergent children and young people with lived experience can support exploration, development and evaluation of digital tools for mental health. News 9 Jun 2026 More Funding Beyond Grants for Health Tech Innovators Run by Innovate UK Business Growth in partnership with Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex, this session offers a practical, honest overview of the funding options available to health tech innovators who have moved beyond initial concept development and are thinking seriously about raising external investment. Event More GP registration tool cuts paperwork, reduces costs and improves patient data A new independent evaluation shows GP registration tool Healthtech-1 delivers operational efficiencies, greater accuracy and economic value to health systems. News 1 Jun 2026 More Working with People and Communities: Health Innovation Network Support Join us for an interactive introductory webinar designed to support innovators in effectively working with people and communities. Event More Strengthening team culture to improve perinatal and maternity safety A year-long perinatal culture and leadership programme helped maternity and neonatal teams across the region understand — and act on — the link between team culture, leadership and patient safety. News 13 May 2026 More New free Intercultural Awareness Online Course and Guide to support practitioners working with children, young people and families seeking asylum or with refugee status A new free Intercultural Awareness Guide and CPD-accredited online training course designed for midwives, health visitors and school nurses working with families seeking asylum or with refugee status. News 28 Apr 2026 More From survival to quality of life: why PROMs must become routine in cancer pathways Guest blog from Dr Charlotte Roberts, Client Delivery Lead, My Clinical Outcomes on why England's landmark National Cancer Plan could finally move patient-reported outcomes from a good idea to everyday reality and what that means for cancer care at scale. Blog 27 Apr 2026 More ← → Stay up to date and in the loop Sign up to our Collaborate newsletter to receive the latest health and care news, opportunities and events. Subscribe