What if the solution to healthcare's biggest challenges is already in our hands?
An astonishingly vast amount of patient data collected today remains unused - a critical missed opportunity that could change the way we think about clinical care.
In Data-Driven Healthcare, Chris May, founder of leading digital healthcare company Mayden, presents a compelling roadmap for harnessing this information to create truly personalised, outcome-driven care that puts patients first.
Drawing on his unique, cross-industry perspective, May challenges healthcare professionals, service managers, and lead clinicians to reimagine how data can improve patient outcomes and streamline care delivery.
This essential guide explores how by using data to optimise workflows, design structured clinical pathways, and create intelligent, interconnected platforms, we can revolutionise healthcare in a way that will benefit generations to come.
The future of healthcare is full of promise. By making better use of the data and tools already at our fingertips, we have a real opportunity to drive meaningful progress, even as we navigate legacy systems and the shift towards more digital ways of working.
Data-Driven Healthcare is a vital read for anyone ready to embrace the power of data and digitisation in healthcare.
It’s time tounlock the untapped potential of healthcare data and transform patient care forever.
'A clear and informed book that is grounded in public expectation, informed by what’s technologically possible, and acutely aware of the unique challenges facing healthcare services.' -Dr Ben Allen, GP Partner & medical director
'A refreshing and humane approach to artificial intelligence, one that appreciates the vital collaboration between patient, doctor and software.' -Margaret Heffernan, CEO and author
'Offers fascinating insight at a time when harnessing the power of data in healthcare has never been more important—or more possible.' -Rachel Heggart, NHS England
'A welcome provocation on how we can harness data and digital innovations to better personalise care.' -Tara Donnelly, former chief digital officer, NHS England and founder, www.Digital.Care
'Chris May sets out the path for a data-driven and patient-centric healthcare ecosystem that makes the most out of the latest advances in technology.' -Yasemin Arik, healthcare investor & partner, G Square Capital
'A clear, compelling case for moving from data collection to data use, as well as a timely call to action for everyone involved in healthcare.' -Nick Hopkinson, executive coach for digital leaders and healthcare CIO
'Full of insight, history, and lessons to apply to the future, this book can become a guiding light for healthcare professionals.' -Richard Corbridge, former healthcare CIO, UK & Ireland; Fellow of the British Computer Society
'Blissfully jargon-free and wide-ranging in its scope, this is a comprehensive primer for anyone interested in delving into the world of health data.' -Lucy Ellis-Brookes, deputy director in data & analytics, NHS England
'A call to arms which makes the case for how data can and should be used to revolutionise patient care and improve outcomes.' -Dr Michelle Tempest, senior partner, Candesic and author of Big Brain Revolution : AI Spy or Saviour?
'An illuminating and informed portrayal of the staggering promise of healthcare technology advancement.' -Hemavli Bali, director healthcare M&A, Clearwater International
*** A hugely creative writer with a bold imagination. Prepare to be entertained, inspired and challenged. ***
"Chris May is an exceptionally talented author." Amazon review
"Superb writing, clever and thought-provoking." Goodreads review
"Chris May has a strong writing style and I am excited for more from him." Netgalley review
Chris May trained initially as an engineer before forging a career in healthcare. He founded health tech company Mayden in 2000 which today employs 150 people and is based in Bath.
His writing explores big ideas in philosophy, science, theology and psychology using fiction, usually in the form of page-turning mystery thrillers. He likes to create circumstances in which his characters wrestle with the major challenges of what it means to be human and looking for meaning in the world.
His first novel, Silent Light, which rose sharply in the UK Amazon chart when it was released in 2000, is also now available on Kindle.
His second novel, The Son of Man, was released in August 2025.
His first non-fiction work, as the instigator and contributor to Made without Managers, was released in 2023 and achieved a Highly Commended accolade in the UK Business Book Awards.
A second non-fiction title on data inspired healthcare is due to be published in 2026.