Key Developments
Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust has successfully launched Sectra’s enterprise imaging solution, enhancing connectivity for radiologists across South East England.
Milestone Achievements
- The trust is the sixth NHS organization in the South East 2 Imaging Network to adopt this technology.
- Shared access to a single instance of radiology imaging allows for immediate availability of imaging data, including x-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, across six NHS trusts.
- This initiative aims to improve patient care and safety through better access to critical diagnostic information.
Benefits of the Deployment
The implementation of Sectra’s solution is expected to:
- Facilitate safer and more informed decision-making at the point of care.
- Enhance the quality of diagnostic reporting.
- Support regional workforce development by optimizing the use of available resources.
Participating Trusts
Other trusts in the network include:
- Ashford and St. Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
- Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
- University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Future Prospects
While the digital pathology module of Sectra’s solution was not included in this agreement, imaging specialists at Surrey and Sussex will still have access to pathology cases from other trusts, enhancing their reporting capabilities.
Expert Insights
Dr. Tony Newman-Sanders, Consultant Radiologist and Chief of Cancer and Diagnostics at the trust, stated:
“We are placing modern technology into the hands of our healthcare professionals, creating the foundations for imaging services that meet future patient needs. This has the potential to deliver rapid impact for safer care and maximize our diagnostic expertise.”
Commitment to Quality
Jane Rendall, UK and Ireland Managing Director for Sectra, emphasized the significance of this deployment:
“The potential for enhanced patient care is significant, especially as diagnostics gain importance on the national agenda. Collaborating with the trust and regional teams has been rewarding, and we look forward to continuing this partnership as diagnostics evolve.”
About Sectra
Sectra has over 30 years of experience and operates in more than 2,500 sites globally, managing 152 million imaging exams annually. Their enterprise imaging solution aims to provide a unified strategy for imaging needs while reducing operational costs.