The Growing Crisis: Medical Errors and Soaring Costs in Healthcare

Patient safety is under threat, with preventable errors costing lives and billions.

The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK faces an escalating crisis in patient safety and clinical negligence. The annual cost of settling clinical negligence claims has more than tripled over the past two decades, surging from £1.1 billion in 2006-07 to £3.6 billion in 2024-25. [1]
This escalation is driven by a combination of increasing claim volumes and higher settlement amounts, with the government's total liability now standing at £60 billion—up from £14.4 billion in real terms since 2006-07, making it the second largest liability on the government balance sheet. [2] Projections indicate these annual payments could reach £4.1 billion by 2029-30 if unaddressed. [3]

£14.7 billion
Annual cost of unsafe care in England (excluding indirect impacts like quality of life loss) [4]
£2.9 billion
Clinical negligence claims in 2023-24, equating to 1.7% of the NHS budget—double New Zealand's share, 10x Australia's, and 20x Canada's [4]
820
Preventable deaths per year due to errors, with UK ranked 21st out of 38 OECD countries on patient safety [4]
52.3%
Increase in maternal death rates (from 8.8 to 13.4 per 100,000 maternities, 2017-19 to 2020-22)—first rise in a decade [4]
13,495
Additional deaths preventable annually if UK matched top 10% of OECD countries [4]
68%
Of total costs from very high-value claims (£1m+ awards), despite only 2% of claim volume [1]
3.7x
Claimant legal costs exceed damages in low-value claims (£25k or less), which comprise 75% of all claims [1]

These figures underscore a system under immense pressure: between 2006-07 and 2016-17, settled claims doubled to 11,397, with most tied to hospital activity. [1] Recent deteriorations are stark—12 out of 12 key areas reviewed in the Imperial College London report worsened over two years, including maternity care where 65% of units are rated 'inadequate' or 'requiring improvement' by the Care Quality Commission. [4] Regional disparities exacerbate the issue, with adverse effects from medical treatment twice as high in the North East compared to Greater London, and ethnic inequities showing Black women facing nearly three times higher maternal mortality rates than White women. [4] Workforce shortages compound risks, with only 32.4% of NHS staff believing there are enough personnel to perform jobs properly, and patient wait times hitting 7.6 million for elective care in June 2024. [4] Without intervention, these trends threaten not just finances but lives, eroding public trust in healthcare delivery.

Our Solution: Personalized Training to Empower Healthcare Professionals

At Arina Health, we address the root causes of medical errors through targeted, data-driven interventions.

Our approach focuses on two pillars:

By leveraging advanced analytics, we track performance metrics during simulations, providing actionable insights that enable continuous improvement. This not only enhances clinical accuracy but also reduces the incidence of preventable errors, directly contributing to lower negligence costs and better patient outcomes.

Our platforms ensure that every healthcare professional—from students to seasoned practitioners—receives customized guidance, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical expertise in high-stakes environments.

Our Methodology: Cutting-Edge Simulations for Real-World Readiness

We implement our solution through state-of-the-art disease simulation technologies that mimic human physiology with unparalleled accuracy.

Utilizing AI algorithms for dynamic patient responses, physics-based modeling for realistic procedural interactions, and immersive computer graphics, our platforms create lifelike scenarios spanning diagnostics, treatments, and emergencies.

These simulations are delivered via interactive environments powered by Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR), allowing users to engage in hands-on practice without risk to patients.

Our methodology integrates seamless monitoring tools to evaluate user performance, generate personalized feedback, and recommend adaptive training modules. This closed-loop system—simulation, assessment, and iteration—ensures progressive skill mastery, preparing healthcare providers for diverse real-world challenges while minimizing error-prone practices.

Our Products: Tailored Simulation Platforms

Discover our suite of innovative tools designed to transform medical training and reduce errors.

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Virtual Patient Simulator

An AI-driven platform delivering dynamic, lifelike patient interactions for comprehensive diagnostic and treatment training. It personalizes scenarios based on user performance, helping to mitigate common errors in multi-system pathologies.

  • Realistic AI-powered patient responses
  • Adaptive scenarios for personalized learning
  • Integrated performance monitoring and analytics
  • Extensive database of patient histories and pathologies
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Sonix

Ultrasound Simulator

High-fidelity ultrasound training with real-time probe tracking and imaging feedback, targeting specialties like OB/GYN and cardiology to prevent procedural errors through immersive VR practice.

  • Physics-accurate probe manipulation
  • Multi-specialty case libraries
  • Personalized evaluation of scanning techniques
  • AR overlays for anatomical guidance
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MechEye

Ophthalmoscopy Simulator

Precision simulation of fundoscopic exams with progressive difficulty levels, enabling personalized training to master retinal diagnostics and reduce oversight in eye care.

  • Detailed retinal pathology visualizations
  • AI-adaptive difficulty and feedback
  • VR-based immersive examination environments
  • Performance tracking for skill progression

Getting Started with Arina Health

Access our full suite of simulation tools via the Arina Launcher and begin transforming your training today.

Our Team

A dedicated group of experts in medicine, technology, and education driving safer healthcare.

Mahbod Shahshahani

Mahbod Shahshahani

Chief Executive Officer

Leading expert in medical education technology with over 10 years of experience in clinical practice and medical training.

Mahrad Shahshahani

Mahrad Shahshahani

Chief Technology Officer

Innovative technologist specializing in simulation software and medical device integration with a passion for healthcare innovation.

Alireza Foroughi

Alireza Foroughi

Head of Product Development

Combines clinical expertise with engineering excellence to develop cutting-edge medical simulation platforms.

Ready to Reduce Errors and Enhance Safety?

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