The ‘E’ in IPEM

Supporting the Engineering Professions

Our ambition: A stronger, more visible and more influential Clinical Engineering profession.

All 4 Tiles

Clinical Engineering is at the heart of safe, innovative and sustainable healthcare. Through our work, IPEM is bringing together leaders from across the profession to strengthen professional recognition, build stronger networks, increase our influence and provide practical support to Clinical Engineering teams across the UK.

This work reflects our commitment to ensuring that the "E" in IPEM is visible, valued and represented. This work is guided by IPEM's Clinical Engineering Framework, developed with Clinical Engineering leaders from across the profession.

Together, we can shape the future of healthcare technology, influence national strategy and policy, champion research and innovation and strengthen the profession. We need to ensure Clinical Engineering receives the recognition, investment and influence it deserves.

Elevate

Elevate

Build a clear, recognised and high-quality Clinical Engineering profession

Connect

Connect

Strengthen collaboration, visibility and professional community across Clinical Engineering community

Influence

Influence

Ensure Clinical Engineering shapes healthcare strategy, policy and decision-making

Enable

Enable

Provide the tools, knowledge and support to deliver high-quality future-ready services

Get Involved 

The future of Clinical Engineering will be shaped by those who choose to lead it. Our profession is strongest when it speaks with a single, influential voice, driving research and innovation, informing policy, advancing standards and delivering better outcomes for patients.

Whether you work in the NHS, academia, industry or healthcare technology management, you can make a difference by contributing through:

  • Clinical Engineering SIG
  • REBSIG
  • RESMAG
  • National consultations and surveys
  • Professional standards and guidance
  • Research, innovation and knowledge sharing
  • Education, training and workforce development
  • Mentoring the next generation of Clinical Engineers.
  • Cross-sector collaboration with healthcare, academia and industry
  • Leadership opportunities within IPEM and the wider profession