Julie Bellew: The Power of People, Progress and Telehealth | Transforming Healthcare

Transforming Care: Reflecting on a Career in Digital Health

As part of our Transforming Healthcare – The People Behind the Progress series, this article by Julie Bellew reflects on nearly three decades of dedicated service in digital health. Julie recounts her early work in ICT across the North East, her leadership in rolling out NIMIS, and her role in driving forward national Telehealth initiatives — including the successful introduction of Virtual Wards and the upcoming Telehealth Centre of Excellence. This reflection highlights how inclusive, clinically led digital care models are improving patient outcomes, supporting staff, and shaping the future of healthcare delivery in Ireland.