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Maximising the value of Pathology Computing
Pathology departments, and in particular clinical chemistry and
haemotology, have long understood the value of computing and use
of IT effectively - more recently microbiology, histology, cytology
and infection control have automated their record-keeping processes
by using IT.
Our consultants have specific experience in pathology computing
working with both NHS Trusts and suppliers. Our supplier experience
started many years ago working with the Ferranti Delphi-Phoenix
system. We have kept closely involved with the pathology computing
business and our experience includes an understanding of all of
the modern suppliers.
We have both the technical and the pathology expertise, associated
with reviewing and implementing multi-discipline and multi-site
pathology systems both within a Trust and across Trusts.
We understand pathology and many of our staff hold professional
pathology qualifications. Our team includes the Head of Pathology
of one of the largest NHS Trusts, and we have people who have worked
in both the NHS and for leading suppliers.
Pathology Evaluation Service
We can assist NHS Trusts in developing the case for using IT to
integrate pathology services by performing a comprehensive Options
Appraisal. This includes:
- Assessment of configuration options
- Identification of benefits
- Evaluation of costs
- Risk assessment
- Change management need.
Change Management
Changes in working practice are inevitable when pathology is fully
integrated into NPfIT. We can assist in the management of change
by:
- Facilitated communication and decision-making across departments
and organisations
- Project management
- Documentation and training in new procedures.
The Benefits
The benefits of an integrated pathology system are significant
in terms of cost savings and improved patient care. HealthSystems
Consultants can offer time-tested services to ensure the realisation
of these benefits. Many of them relate to integrating pathology
information into the patient record electronically.
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