Quick Summary
This month’s update highlights significant contracts and system go-lives in the digital health sector, including a major laboratory information management system (LIMS) contract in Cheshire and Merseyside, and the deployment of electronic health records (EHR) at Princess Alexandra Hospital.
Key Highlights
- Cheshire and Merseyside Pathology Network: Selected Magentus as the preferred supplier for a new £11.5 million LIMS. This system will connect pathology services across five regional labs, enhancing test result speed and patient access.
- Princess Alexandra Hospital: Implemented Oracle Health’s EHR, named Alex Health, which integrates patient data and allows clinicians to manage appointments and test orders electronically.
- Humber and North Yorkshire ICB: Launched System C’s BadgerNet maternity EHR, providing parents with digital access to maternity records and real-time updates through the Badger Notes portal.
- Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust: Deployed Alcidion’s Miya Emergency clinical system across three A&E units, digitizing processes and improving patient status visibility.
- System C’s Acquisition: Acquired CIS Oncology, known for its ChemoCare system, to enhance chemotherapy management and integrate patient data into its medicines management suite.
Detailed Insights
- Magentus LIMS Implementation: The new LIMS will support around 2,000 staff and facilitate up to 53 million tests annually, streamlining laboratory operations across Cheshire and Merseyside.
- Oracle Health EHR at Princess Alexandra Hospital: The Alex Health system went live in November 2024, allowing patients to manage appointments and access medical information through a web-based portal.
- BadgerNet Maternity EHR: The system replaces paper-based records, enabling parents to access their maternity information digitally and reducing administrative burdens for healthcare staff.
- Miya Emergency System: This clinical system enhances operational efficiency in emergency departments by automating data collection and providing real-time patient status updates.
- CIS Oncology Acquisition: The integration of ChemoCare into System C’s offerings will allow for better management of chemotherapy prescriptions and patient communication through the upcoming ChemoPRO app.
Future Developments
- Continued expansion of digital health solutions across various NHS trusts is expected, with a focus on improving patient care and operational efficiency.
- Further enhancements to existing systems, including the introduction of new features and functionalities to support healthcare providers and patients.
Conclusion
The ongoing advancements in digital health technologies are set to significantly improve patient care and streamline healthcare operations. As more systems go live, the integration of these technologies will enhance the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery.