Ben is the Co-CEO and business development leader at Deep Medical. His background is in medical imaging and neurointervention, and he’s worked at a number of high profile institutions including Guys and St Thomas Hospital, Epsom and St Heliers NHS Trust and a research fellowship at Johns Hopkins University, where he co-authored the Hopkins manual of Neurointervention. He also holds a distinction in radiology from Harvard Medical School.
At Deep Medical, Ben leads on business development strategy, and plays a pivotal role in the company’s growth and success.

David is the Co-CEO and Head of Machine Learning at Deep Medical. He’s made a huge contribution to the field of AI, winning the prestigious BP prize for best performance in Engineering and the predictive auto-ML system he developed is currently used by the United Nations' Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO).
David’s dedication to advancing Machine Learning (ML) prediction spans over a decade. Before starting Deep Medical, David was the CEO and founder of OptimalAI, helping businesses integrate AI into their infrastructure, and he’s been involved in several healthcare startups including ChAI Predict and Hummingbird Technologies.
David worked as a fund manager for JP Morgan at the start of his career. He’s also an honorary staff member of the Computer Science department at UCL.

"Sasha is a GMC registered medical doctor, having worked in the NHS for several years then as a management consultant before joining Deep Medical. She brings a mix of clinical and digital transformation experience to the team. Sasha is very passionate about driving sustained and innovative changes in the health, fitness and wellness space. This passion extends to her life outside of work, where she spends most of her free time either training or coaching in her local CrossFit gym!"

Professor Lionel Tarassenko is a world-leading expert in the application of signal processing and machine learning to healthcare. As our Machine Learning Advisor, he brings his extensive knowledge and expertise to drive our business forward.
Professor Tarassenko is the first president of Reuben College - a new graduate college at the University of Oxford dedicated to interdisciplinary exchange - and he serves as the Theme Lead for the AI & Machine Learning research cluster there. He is particularly well known for his work in the identification of deterioration in acute care and the management of chronic diseases.
Before working in healthcare, Professor Tarassenko was involved in the development of jet engine monitoring software that forms a core component of the Rolls-Royce TotalCare® package. His contribution earned him the Rolls-Royce Chairman's Award for Technical Innovation in 2001 and the Sir Henry Royce High Value Patent Award in 2008.
Professor Tassenko’s expertise and guidance ensure that we remain at the forefront of innovation, developing advanced AI that impacts patient care and improves healthcare outcomes.

Professor Mohammad Akbari is our Chief Scientific Officer, bringing an impressive academic background and research experience to the team.
Professor Akbari holds a PhD from the National University of Singapore and has worked as a post-Doctoral Researcher at New York University. As a Professor at University College London he has made significant contributions to the field of social and health informatics and is widely published.
His expertise lies in using algorithms to extract insights from big data, and using data-driven approaches to drive innovation in healthcare. He also has practical experience in preparing production-grade code for both large-scale corporations and early-stage start-ups.
As our Chief Scientific Officer, Professor Mohammad Akbari ensures that the work we do aligns with real world applications.

Steven Hess is an early stage Angel Investor and a member of our Advisory Board.
Steven is a four-time founder and has held various leadership positions during his career including CEO and Managing Partner. He’s worked with high profile global brands such as McDonald's, Sony, and Mercedes-Benz, where his creative thinking and people skills have played a pivotal role in forging successful partnerships and driving business growth.
Steven is also the developer and nurturer of the global not-for-profit Startup Leadership Program in the UK. This initiative, valued at $158M, has created over 2,000 jobs and fostered a thriving community of emerging leaders.
Steven’s skill set encompasses strategy, operations, and business development and he brings a huge amount of industry knowledge and strategic know how to Deep Medical as we scale and grow.

Sir Thomas Hughes-Hallett’s background is in law, banking and philanthropy, and he’s a member of our Advisory Board.
Sir Thomas is the Founder and Chair of Helpforce charity, an organisation dedicated to maximising the impact of volunteers in healthcare. He’s also the co-founder of The Marshall Institute that sits in the London School of Economics and focuses on social innovation and improving public services.
Sir Thomas has been Chair of the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and he’s a former Trustee of The Esmée Fairbairn Foundation and The King's Fund. He has worked as an advisor to the Department of Health, where he’s served as the Chair of several advisory boards.
Sir Thomas’s involvement in shaping healthcare policy and strategy over his career demonstrates his deep understanding of the industry's challenges - and opportunities.

Kim Dovell is a highly experienced and qualified accountant (FCCA, MIoD) with a distinguished career in financial strategy and management for SMEs. As CFO at Deep Medical, Kim brings a wealth of expertise in building finance teams, developing robust business plans, and driving business growth through strategic financial management.

With a strong background in business performance analysis, reorganisations, and transformations, Kim has a proven track record in debt and equity fundraising. She is the founder of CFO Partners and RealTime Finance Limited, where she provided forward-thinking CFO services to a diverse range of organizations, leveraging leading technology to transform finance functions.

Earlier in her career, Kim played a pivotal role at BTG plc, where she managed a large US/UK team and was part of the Executive Committee responsible for the group's strategic development. Her leadership in funding transactions totaling £250 million was instrumental in the company’s expansion and growth.

Kim has been dedicated to supporting SMEs as a CFO since 2006, making her an invaluable asset to Deep Medical's leadership team as we continue to innovate and expand our AI-driven healthcare solutions.

Kim is an accomplished sales executive with extensive experience in the medical device and SaaS industries, both in the United States (California) and the UK. She brings a proven track record in driving sales of capital equipment, devices, disposables, and medical software. Her expertise spans consultative selling, business development, and contract negotiation with NHS trusts and private hospitals.

At Deep Medical, Kim is responsible for expanding our reach and fostering relationships with key stakeholders in healthcare. Her deep understanding of the healthcare landscape, combined with her success in adopting new technologies and managing teams, makes her a valuable asset to our mission of increasing healthcare capacity through AI-driven solutions that predict patient no-shows.

Kate is a content strategist and creator who works with B2Bs and startups to help them communicate what they’re about on social media and online. She’s worked across a broad range of sectors including edtech, accountancy, software and architecture.
In her earlier career she worked as a publisher, commissioning student texts in computer science, nursing, economics and operations management. She has a degree in English Literature from Cambridge University.
Kate is driven by the belief that words are powerful, and that when it comes to good copy, simple is best. She helps Deep Medical articulate their mission across various platforms, from website content to social media narratives.

Patrick is our Business Development Leader, and his background is in healthcare leadership and management.
Patrick currently leads the medical education and program team for Health Education England, overseeing national systems for selection and recruitment of doctors in training, and ensuring the highest standards of quality management and governance in the programme.
He also has the responsibility for E-Learning for Healthcare, a Department of Health-sponsored organisation that provides clinical e-learning packages across the NHS, supporting continuous professional development for healthcare professionals. He directs the Better Training Better Care programme, focusing on training and care standards in healthcare to enhance patient outcomes.
Earlier in his career, Patrick served as the Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Chief Executive at St Georges Healthcare NHS Trust in London and he has also worked as Director for Operations at the Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Trust.
Patrick’s experience in healthcare operations, programme management, and leadership plays a vital role in driving business development Deep Medical.

Sir David Sloman was the Chief Operating Officer of NHS England until September 2023. He has had an extensive career in the NHS previously being the NHS Regional Director for London and the chief executive officer of the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. He was knighted in 2017 for his services to the NHS.

Sir David brings experience of scaling national programs across the NHS. His expertise is key in ensuring Deep Medicals success at addressing the national need of elective recovery.

Bianca is driven by a passion for leveraging technology to drive positive change. Her extensive experience and proficiency in Python, Django, API development, microservices, AWS resources, and data analysis make her an invaluable asset in the ever-evolving landscape of technology. At Deep Medical, she uses her skills to implement a robust data platform, serving as the authoritative source of information for the entire project.

With her expertise in Python, Django, Pandas, GeoPandas, Postgres, Airflow, and AWS Aurora, Bianca developed a geospatial analysis platform that provided insights into resource quality (such as capacity factors for solar and wind) and land use/features (including land cover, land slope, proximity to grid assets) and offered valuable outlooks on renewable energy costs.

As a full-stack developer at Devnest, Bianca showcased her expertise in Python, Django, React, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML. She successfully implemented SEO-friendly fixes to boost rankings, sales, and traffic on client websites. Moreover, she created APIs and microservices for internal use, skillfully utilising AWS's S3 and Glue services. Her deployment infrastructure was effectively managed through Terraform scripts. Bianca also demonstrated her proficiency in data management using Pyspark and Pandas and utilised Snowflake and Looker to explore internal data.

During her time at CDS, Bianca demonstrated her proficiency by building applications for data extraction from ISA-100 networks using Python. This experience enhanced her ability to handle complex data sets while leveraging the power of Python.

Eoin recently obtained his PhD at the University of Oxford under the supervision of Prof. Lionel Tarassenko and Prof. Mauricio Villarroel. His doctoral research focused on developing explainable machine learning algorithms for non-invasive blood pressure monitoring using wearable technologies. Eoin's research contributions have been recognised through three first-author publications and presentations at prestigious international conferences.

Prior to his PhD, Eoin graduated with a First-Class degree in Engineering Science from Oxford, specialising in Biomedical Engineering, Machine Learning and Information Theory.

Eoin's industry experience includes working as a data scientist at Big Health where he developed state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms to uncover factors impacting customer churn. Additionally, he has worked for an early stage start-up focussed on digitising neurorehabilitation for individuals with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).

With his exceptional academic achievements, research contributions, and industry experience, Eoin brings a wealth of expertise to Deep Medical. His deep knowledge of machine learning, biomedical engineering, and data science will undoubtedly contribute to the development of innovative AI-driven healthcare solutions.

Ana Teresa is a talented freelance designer renowned for her work showcased on the digital platform ATA Design (ata-design.net). With a diverse portfolio, she has demonstrated her expertise in various design domains, from communication design for cultural institutions to interaction design for digital environments.

In addition to her freelance work, Ana Teresa also shares her knowledge and passion for design as a Communication Design teacher at Lisbon's University Faculty of Fine Arts. Her dedication to education allows her to inspire and nurture the next generation of design professionals.

Ana Teresa holds a Master's degree in Communication Sciences and Arts from Lisbon's NOVA School of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Communication Design from Lisbon's University Faculty of Fine Arts, providing her with a solid foundation in the field.

With a comprehensive understanding of communication design and a keen eye for aesthetics, Ana Teresa brings creativity, innovation, and technical expertise to her projects. Her work reflects her ability to blend artistic elements with functional design solutions, creating impactful and visually appealing outcomes.

Whether crafting visually compelling communication materials or designing interactive digital experiences, Ana Teresa's dedication to her craft and her commitment to excellence shine through in every project she undertakes.

Meet Nik Denisov, an accomplished software developer and technology expert, currently serving as the Principal Software Developer at Deep Medical. With a diverse range of experience in software engineering and a track record of successful project deliveries, Nik brings invaluable expertise to the team.

Previously, Nik held the position of Principal Software Engineer at briq.works, a company specializing in project management software for the UK architecture industry. His role involved streamlining and improving processes, showcasing his ability to deliver effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency.

Nik's career includes notable contributions as a software engineer on large-scale international enterprise projects. He has been a member of renowned teams, such as KIT-Digital (rebranded as Piksel) and Paris-based Kewego, where he worked on projects for organizations including BILD.de and VODStore - KIT Video Platform.

Additionally, Nik has collaborated with The Oxford Guild student society on various web projects, demonstrating his versatility and adaptability in working with diverse teams and stakeholders. His contributions include the development of custom modules for their intranet and the creation of websites.

With a wealth of experience delivering products to businesses, including company websites, e-commerce platforms, and custom-built internal systems, Nik Denisov brings a wealth of knowledge to his role as Principal Software Developer at Deep Medical. His expertise in software development and product delivery ensures that Deep Medical remains at the forefront of technological advancements, delivering robust and innovative solutions to optimize healthcare systems and improve patient care.

Joana is a talented freelance designer and illustrator, showcasing her remarkable work on her website, joanapaz.com. With a diverse professional background, she excels in various design disciplines, including Communication Design, Branding, Illustration, Digital Advertising, Interaction Design, UI Design, WordPress Websites, and 2D Animation.

Beyond her freelance endeavors, Joana Paz is dedicated to sharing her passion for art and creativity. She develops workshops on artistic creation and provides art education for both children and adults, collaborating with schools, museums, and NGOs. Her commitment to fostering artistic expression and education enables her to make a positive impact in the community. As a co-author of eight publications, including children's books, Joana Paz combines her illustration skills with storytelling, captivating readers with her imaginative and visually stunning creations.

Joana holds a Master's degree in Contemporary Art History from Lisbon's NOVA School of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Communication Design from Lisbon's University Faculty of Fine Arts. This comprehensive educational background equips her with a solid foundation in design principles and artistic exploration. Joana’s portfolio reflects her exceptional ability to combine creativity, aesthetics, and technical expertise.

Her designs and illustrations possess a unique charm, capturing the essence of her subjects and engaging viewers. With her passion for art education and dedication to producing captivating visual content, Joana continues to make meaningful contributions to the field of design and illustration.