Philips, a global leader in healthcare technology, has partnered with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust to deliver a new cutting-edge Interventional Radiology Suite at Broomfield Hospital, promising a significant boost to patient care, clinical efficiency and both operational and financial sustainability.
The suite is equipped with the Philips Azurion 7 system, replacing outdated equipment that was frequently breaking down and causing issues for staff. With the new technology in place, clinicians can now perform a full range of routine and complex interventional procedures with ease and confidence. This is enabling faster, less invasive and highly precise vascular treatment, dramatically improving the patient experience.
The project was delivered through a unique revenue-based financing model – developed by Philips in partnership with its global financial solutions partner, DLL – allowing the Trust to adopt this advanced technology without requiring upfront capital. The innovative pay-per-use approach provides financial flexibility while maximising return on investment, helping the Trust to address financial constraints and continue to modernise its healthcare infrastructure.
Mark Leftwich, Managing Director, Philips UK & Ireland, said: “The future of healthcare in the UK will be shaped by our collective willingness to embrace innovation – not only in technology but in the ways we fund and deliver care. Our partnership with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust will bring this state-of-the-art Interventional Radiology suite to life and is a strong example of how new financing models and long-term partnerships can help futureproof NHS services, delivering better care to more people.
