About

Mission

To support the NHS and independent healthcare providers in delivering safe, effective digital healthcare through expert consultancy, risk management, and robust clinical safety assurance.

Vision

To be the trusted guardian of clinical safety in digital healthcare, enhancing innovation whilst safeguarding patients and clinicians alike.

Vigilance for clinical innovation in healthcare

Sentinel Clinical Assurance offers a range of services to support clinical risk management and clinical safety assurance.

Experienced independent clinical professional

We are independent and trusted clinical professionals, who are innovation friendly and aligned with NHS standards.

Proven Clinical Credibility

Led by experienced clinicians who understand real‑world care and deliver practical, patient‑focused assurance.

Proportionate Assurance

We provide pragmatic DCB0129 and DCB0160 assurance that reduces burden without compromising safety or delivery.

Independent Confidence

Trusted, objective assurance that stands up to board, commissioner, and regulatory scrutiny.

Clear, Proportionate Assurance

01

Understand The Risk

We work with clinical, digital, and operational teams to understand the system, context, and clinical workflows. This allows us to identify where patient safety risks may arise and ensure assurance activity is proportionate and focused on what matters most.

02

Apply Assurance

We apply structured clinical safety and governance approaches aligned to DCB0129 and DCB0160, supporting hazard identification, risk assessment, safety documentation, and decision‑making throughout the digital lifecycle.

03

Provide Confidence

We provide clear, independent assurance that risks are understood, controlled, and monitored. This gives confidence to boards, commissioners, and regulators that digital systems can be safely deployed and used in clinical practice.