Upskill.Health
London, United Kingdom
Upskill.Health is a UK-based digital health startup founded by NHS clinician Dr. Andrew Darby-Smith, dedicated to transforming on-the-job training for NHS staff, particularly in maternity services. Recognizing challenges such as high costs, staffing shortages, and limited training time, Upskill.Health offers a mobile and virtual reality (VR) platform that delivers bite-sized, interactive training modules during clinical shifts. These modules incorporate gamified learning, AI-powered avatars based on real patient experiences, and immersive VR simulations to enhance engagement and retention. By integrating training into the daily workflow, the platform aims to reduce costs, minimize rota gaps, and improve patient care outcomes. Since its launch in January 2025, Upskill.Health has collaborated with multiple NHS trusts and industry partners, training over 1,000 NHS staff across the UK and Ireland. The initiative aligns with NHS England's objectives to halve maternal and neonatal deaths by
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- Founded
- 2023
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- www.upskill.health/
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