How do public expectations about the use of their health data in AI differ from its use in other scenarios, and how can we build trust by understanding and engaging with these expectations? National Data Guardian Dr Nicola Byrne will discuss this topic by considering questions such as the nature of the task, expectations around human agency, and the importance of doubt—that most human, and protective, of characteristics.
Dr Nicola Byrne
National data guardian for health and adult social care in England
Dr Nicola Byrne has served as the National Data Guardian for health and adult social care in England since March 2021. With over 20 years of experience in mental health, she continues her clinical role as a consultant psychiatrist at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. Previously, she held the positions of Deputy Medical Director, Caldicott Guardian, and Chief Clinical Information Officer at the trust.
The National Data Guardian offers independent advice, guidance, and challenge to the government and others on the safe, ethical, and appropriate use of people’s confidential information in health and adult social care. The role’s mission is to uphold trust in a confidential health and care system.
Dr Mark Farr
Chief analytical officer, East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
