Overview
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (UHSussex) has chosen Alcidion as the preferred supplier for its upcoming electronic patient record (EPR) system.
Contract Details
- The contract is expected to last a minimum of seven years.
- Deployment of the EPR system is scheduled to commence in the fourth quarter of the 2026 financial year.
Key Statements
Roxanne Smith, Chief Strategy Officer at UHSussex, remarked:
“Reaching this point is a significant achievement for an organization of our size and complexity. Over 1,500 staff contributed to defining our needs for an electronic patient record, with an additional 150 involved in the selection process. This level of engagement underscores our commitment to getting this right.”
She emphasized that:
“Our patients are at the center of every decision we make. Transitioning to a single EPR will significantly enhance safety, quality of care, and outcomes. For a large, busy trust serving communities across Sussex, moving from analogue to digital is crucial for delivering excellent care everywhere.”
Benefits of the EPR System
The EPR is a vital component of UHSussex’s strategy, aimed at:
- Facilitating secure and efficient information sharing across hospitals and with partners such as GPs and mental health services.
- Reducing duplication and improving consistency in patient care.
- Supporting better integrated care for communities.
About Alcidion
Kate Quirke, Group Managing Director and CEO at Alcidion, stated:
“We are thrilled to be selected by UHSussex as their preferred EPR supplier. The goal is to implement a unified, integrated digital platform that enhances patient care, supports regional integration, and drives operational efficiency.”
Company Background
Since 2016, Alcidion has expanded its presence in the healthcare IT sector by acquiring several companies, including:
- ExtraMed in 2021
- Silverlink Software in 2021
Alcidion now serves over 400 hospitals and 87 healthcare organizations across the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.
Future Prospects
UHSussex is part of the Sussex Integrated Care System, which provides healthcare services to approximately one million people in Sussex. The new EPR system is expected to enhance patient safety and streamline care delivery across the region.