David Griffiths
About David Griffiths
David Griffiths is a Medical Director at Consultant Connect UK and a practicing General Practitioner at The Manor Surgery in Oxford. He has extensive experience in healthcare improvement, having held various leadership roles within NHS England and other organizations since 2011.
Current Role at Consultant Connect
David Griffiths serves as the Medical Director at Consultant Connect UK, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the quality of healthcare delivery through innovative solutions and technology. His responsibilities include overseeing clinical leadership initiatives and supporting a telehealth business that integrates various healthcare professionals, including GPs and mental health clinicians. Griffiths works closely with GP surgeries and Primary Care Networks to implement tailored improvement support programs.
Previous Experience in NHS England
Griffiths has extensive experience within NHS England, where he held multiple roles. He served as Clinical Lead for the Time for Care Programme from 2017 to 2021, focusing on improving patient care. Prior to that, he was a Clinical Advisor in the Sustainable Improvement Team for six months in 2016. His earlier roles included working as a Clinical Advisor and Project Lead for the Innovation Diffusion in General Practice and as an advisor to the primary care transformation team, contributing to significant healthcare initiatives.
Educational Background
David Griffiths studied Medicine at the University of Oxford from 1995 to 2001, earning a BMBCh degree. His foundational education was completed at Wallington County Grammar School. Additionally, he completed clinical leadership training through the Prepare to Lead Programme at NHS London, which equipped him with skills necessary for effective leadership in healthcare settings.
Specialization and Expertise
Griffiths specializes in service redesign and has a strong focus on improving the quality and safety of healthcare systems. He is recognized for his creative thinking techniques and his commitment to unleashing untapped human potential within healthcare. His clinical practice is complemented by a distinction in MRCGP, reflecting his dedication to high standards in general practice.
Role as General Practitioner
In addition to his administrative roles, David Griffiths practices as a General Practitioner at The Manor Surgery in Headington, Oxford, where he has been serving since 2011. His dual role as a practicing GP and a medical director allows him to bridge the gap between clinical practice and healthcare management, enhancing his contributions to both fields.