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How are AI, technology and human behaviour reshaping the future of investment? Join the next AlgoDynamix Podcast Series online on Thursday, July 23 at 5pm as Dr Michelle Tempest, Senior Partner at Candesic and Dr Jeremy Sosabowski, PhD, Executive Director of AlgoDynamix share their perspectives on some of today's most pressing questions: - Technology, money and AI: Where are we on this journey? - Psychology and human biases in finance: Will we ever learn? - Looking ahead: What might the next five years have in store? For anyone interested in AI, healthcare, technology, finance or the future of innovation, this live broadcast promises to be a fascinating conversation. Register to join the live recording - Via LinkedIn registration: https://lnkd.in/eXySbDp7 - Via direct registration: https://lnkd.in/eexmQQ5Y We look forward to seeing you there! #ArtificialIntelligence #BehaviouralFinance #Innovation #Technology #Investment

The UK healthcare investment landscape is being redrawn. As NHS England is folded back into the Department of Health and Social Care and the Government's 10-Year Health Plan accelerates the shift from hospitals to community-based care, operators and investors face a very different operating environment. In the latest edition of LaingBuisson's HealthcareMarkets, Candesic Managing Partner Dr Leonid Shapiro, Principal Jack Zeng and Director of Content David Farbrother examine what this "Great NHS reset" means in practice. The article explores: • Why recentralisation creates new political, commissioning and procurement risks. • How workforce constraints will shape investment decisions. • Where the biggest opportunities lie - from neighbourhood health infrastructure and community care to private medical insurance growth and regional clinical networks. • What private providers need to do to succeed in a more state-directed, community-delivered healthcare system. For investors, corporate operators and healthcare leaders, understanding these structural changes will be essential as capital and strategy adapt to the next phase of UK healthcare. These are issues we're helping healthcare operators and investors navigate every day. If you'd like to continue the conversation, please get in touch here on LinkedIn or email enquiry@candesic.com. Read the full article in the attached PDF. #Healthcare #HealthcareInvestment #PrivateEquity #NHS #HealthPolicy #CommunityCare #HealthcareStrategy #UKHealthcare

We're pleased to announce that Private Equity in Healthcare and Life Sciences: Strategies, Cases, and Industry Insights by Candesic Senior Partner Marc Kitten and co-author Gilles Chemla is now available for pre-order. Combining decades of transaction advisory experience with academic rigour, the book provides a practical guide to how leading private equity investors identify opportunities, structure transactions, and create value across the healthcare and life sciences sectors. It sets out two original value creation frameworks, and illustrated with real-world case studies it examines investment strategies across hospital systems, pharmaceutical services, medical devices, and digital health. Whether you are a private equity professional, healthcare executive, investor, or student, this book offers valuable insights into one of the world's most dynamic investment sectors. Pre-order your copy today:  • Candesic: https://lnkd.in/eHfuWcsa  • Amazon: https://lnkd.in/eCmA8Wmr  • Wiley: https://lnkd.in/eGwKg-Dc #PrivateEquity #Healthcare #LifeSciences #HealthcareInvestment #PrivateEquityInvesting 

The The Royal College of Radiologists and NHS hosted their second Global AI Conference last week, bringing together industry leaders in London for a fascinating discussion: ‘Human + Machine: clinician-led AI for tomorrow's healthcare’. Engaging key speakers included RCR President Penny Dash, and Minister for Health Innovation and Safety Preet Kaur Gill. Across the two days, discussions moved beyond whether AI belongs in healthcare, turning to how it can be deployed responsibly, at scale, while keeping clinicians firmly at the centre of decision making. Candesic managing partner Dr Leonid Shapiro was in attendance. His key takeaways include: • AI is moving from pilot projects to scalable deployment, with cloud platforms making end-to-end radiology AI solutions easier to implement. • AI can now safely identify many normal X-rays autonomously, reducing reporting workloads, while MRI and CT capabilities continue to advance. • AI-assisted radiology report drafting is rapidly becoming mainstream, with many providers launching new solutions. • Scaling AI successfully will require standardised data and images, while ensuring clinicians remain confident in their own judgement. The pace of development since last year's inaugural conference has been remarkable. As healthcare organisations continue to explore responsible AI adoption, events like the RCR Global AI Conference highlight both the opportunities ahead and the practical considerations needed to translate innovation into better patient care. At Candesic, we have extensive experience supporting organisations in this area. To learn more, connect with us here on LinkedIn or email us at enquiry@candesic.com. #RCRGlobalAI #ArtificialIntelligence #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #NHS

The Candesic team had a fantastic time taking part in the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge yesterday, joining thousands of runners from across London for an evening of teamwork and friendly competition. It was a great chance to step away from our desks, cheer each other on and enjoy some time together outside the office. A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make it such a memorable evening. We look forward to taking part again next year!

Private equity in healthcare continues to attract scrutiny. AI is transforming investment strategies. Pharma is back in focus. So what does successful investing in healthcare and life sciences actually look like? In the latest episode of our regular podcast series Candesic in Conversation, Candesic Senior Partner Marc Kitten joins Candesic Director of Content David Farbrother to discuss the themes explored in his new book, Private Equity in Healthcare and Life Sciences, including: - Why healthcare and life sciences remain one of the most interesting sectors for investors - What separates the top healthcare PE firms from the rest - Where AI is creating actual value today, rather than just excitement - The single most important lesson many investors still need to learn when investing in these sectors Whether you're involved in private equity, healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals or healthcare technology, this conversation offers valuable insights into where the market is heading and what it takes to invest successfully. Watch or listen via the links in the first comment below, and follow Candesic for regular insights, interviews and news. Want to share your story? Reach out to David here on LinkedIn or email dfarbrother@candesic.com. #Healthcare #LifeSciences #PrivateEquity #HealthcareInvestment #AI   

We're delighted to welcome our new cohort of summer interns to Candesic! Our internship programme is designed to give aspiring consultants hands-on experience in healthcare and life sciences consulting within a collaborative and supportive environment. Interns work alongside our consulting teams on live projects, gaining meaningful exposure to the sector while developing core analytical, problem-solving, and client-facing skills. This summer, we're excited to welcome Dr Yasmin Baker, Angel Saraogi, Linda Tang, Maya Grosman, and Moritz Hütgen to the Candesic team. At Candesic, internships are more than a short-term opportunity. They are a pathway to a long-term career in consulting. Explore our current opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/dfZ8WeZn Or get in touch directly: talent@candesic.com #FutureLeaders #ConsultingCareers #Internship

Tomorrow, Candesic senior partner Marc Kitten will be attending PE Insights Switzerland in Zurich, joining private equity investors, fund managers and advisers for a day of discussion and networking with industry leaders from across Europe. The conference will cover a range of topics influencing today's private equity market, including fundraising trends, value creation strategies, portfolio optimisation, deal activity and the outlook for investment opportunities in Switzerland and beyond. You can view the full agenda here: https://lnkd.in/dgASdMV7 If you'll be attending, Marc would be pleased to connect and exchange perspectives on the evolving investment landscape and opportunities within healthcare and life sciences. To learn more about Candesic's work, visit https://candesic.com/ or contact us at enquiry@candesic.com.

The social care sector is facing a period of significant change. Rising demand, workforce challenges, funding pressures, and increasing expectations around quality of care are driving providers to rethink how services are delivered and sustained.  These topics will be central to the discussions at the Social Care Summit, hosted by LaingBuisson, taking place tomorrow in London. Candesic’s managing partner Dr Leonid Shapiro is attending the event, joining leaders from across the care sector to discuss the future of social care, investment trends, operational excellence, workforce innovation, and the role of technology in improving outcomes for providers and those they support. If you are attending, Leonid would love to connect. Feel free to reach out to him here on LinkedIn - or simply say hello on the day. If you have not yet registered for the event, you can do so here: https://lnkd.in/egpVn9dt #SocialCare #CareSector #CareInnovation #HealthTech #SocialCareSummit  

We were delighted to support the The Care Workers' Charity through a charity step challenge, raising funds for a truly worthwhile cause. It was a privilege to take part in the National Sports Day event and to contribute to an initiative that supports those who dedicate their careers to caring for others. At Candesic, we are committed to creating a positive impact beyond our day-to-day work and supporting the communities around us. A huge thank you to everyone across the team who got involved, embraced the challenge, and helped raise £250 to support care workers facing financial hardship across the UK. We are proud to play a small part in helping make a difference where it is needed most. Thank you to the Care Workers' Charity for the incredible work you do every day - and for giving us the opportunity to support your mission. #NationalSportsDay #Fundraising #CommunitySupport #CareWorkers #MakingADifference