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Why information (technology) matters to doctors

Why information (technology) matters to doctors. The BMA view on NPfIT. Information and patient care. central to medical practice not an e-phenomenon importance of IT in healthcare - the benefits of technology Warning: must be patient-focused not technology-led.

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Why information (technology) matters to doctors

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  1. Why information (technology)matters to doctors The BMA view on NPfIT

  2. Information and patient care • central to medical practice • not an e-phenomenon • importance of IT in healthcare - the benefits of technology Warning: • must be patient-focused not technology-led

  3. Current practices - the need for improvement • Past failures of NHS IT • Multitude of systems • Lack of interoperability • Under-investment in secondary care

  4. A national approach to NHS IT • Doctor’s support • Potential benefits • Change management programme • Need for consultation

  5. Why is the BMA concerned? • lack of early consultation • aggressive implementation schedules • effect on the doctor-patient relationship • effect on working practices and existing agreements

  6. The need for consultation 70% of clinicians say they have not been consulted (Aug 2004) • best view of relevant work-flows • early problem spotting • engagement and motivation • building a skills base

  7. The issues • Accuracy of records transfer • Security • Confidentiality and consent • Monitoring • Audit • Legal issues

  8. Positive steps • Cluster clinical advisory groups • Care Records Development Board • Front Line Support Academy • National and regional events • Roadshows • Stakeholders’ conference

  9. What is needed for success • Communication with clinicians • Local ownership • Information for patients • Benefit realisation • Evaluation and improvement • Honesty, trust and openness

  10. Understanding Resource Needs • Adequate Warning of meetings/training • Back fill • Training • Operational needs

  11. What doctors want Functional systems • which are well supported • which enhance and enrich working practices • and improve patient relations and care

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