Speakers

Olivia Burns is the founder and CEO of Hypoplas, an innovative patient-wear brand dedicated to creating dignified, sustainable, and cost-effective hospital garments. Born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, Olivia was among the early patients in the NHS to undergo pioneering heart surgeries, including three open-heart procedures and over 18 interventions by the age of 18. Her extensive personal experience as a patient highlighted the inadequacies of traditional hospital gowns, inspiring her to design the Inversus gown—a garment that enhances patient dignity, facilitates medical access, and supports environmental sustainability. Olivia's commitment to healthcare innovation has been recognized through her participation in the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme, where she contributes her unique patient perspective to drive improvements in the healthcare system.