Search Tag: patient care
2025 22 Jun
Online video consultations rapidly gained ground during the COVID-19 pandemic, reshaping patient care delivery across multiple specialities. While their feasibility in routine follow-up appointments is well recognised, their effectiveness in complex, high-stakes settings such as preoperative consultations remained uncertain. The VIDEOGO trial,...Read more
2025 16 May
A global healthcare workforce crisis is on the horizon, with projections estimating a shortage of at least ten million healthcare workers by 2030. This shortfall poses severe risks not only to individual well-being but also to global health systems and economies. While expanding the workforce supply is crucial, it is no longer sufficient. The path...Read more
2025 16 May
Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) in New Jersey is reshaping traditional nursing workflows through the implementation of virtual nursing. At a time when healthcare systems are under growing pressure to improve operational efficiency and staff satisfaction, HMH has taken a proactive step towards addressing these challenges. By incorporating remote...Read more
2025 03 Mar
The availability of hospital beds is a critical factor in ensuring effective patient care. Yet, recent data suggests that the United States is facing a potential crisis in hospital bed supply. Post-pandemic occupancy rates have significantly increased, while the number of staffed hospital beds has declined. This shift poses serious implications...Read more
2025 04 Feb
Hospitals and healthcare systems worldwide are facing increasing pressure to optimise resources while maintaining high standards of patient care. One of the most critical factors in this equation is the length of stay (LOS), which refers to the duration a patient spends in the hospital from admission to discharge. A prolonged LOS not only places...Read more
2025 04 Feb
Healthcare environments are inherently high-stress settings where patients and their families often experience significant emotional distress. In such conditions, conflicts can arise, making de-escalation a critical skill for healthcare professionals. Effective de-escalation strategies not only help in managing immediate tensions but also contribute...Read more
2024 09 Dec
Healthcare technologies, ranging from sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) systems to home-based medical devices, are pivotal in transforming patient outcomes. These tools enhance diagnostic accuracy, improve treatment protocols and optimise healthcare delivery processes. However, implementing and managing such technologies can introduce...Read more
2024 12 Nov
The 2025 Healthcare CNO Summit , an exclusive invitation-only event, is scheduled for February 3-4, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas. This premier summit aims to bring together influential Chief Nursing Officers (CNOs) and innovative suppliers to address the evolving challenges in healthcare and foster strategic partnerships. ...Read more
2024 04 Nov
Health literacy is fundamental for effective healthcare, enabling patients to access, understand and use health information to make informed choices. As medical care becomes increasingly complex, the need for clear and accessible communication grows. Healthcare organisations must prioritise delivering comprehensible information to support patients...Read more
2024 04 Nov
Medical ethics are vital in guiding physician behaviour, balancing self-interest and patient care within a structured framework. These ethics are not static but evolve as the medical landscape shifts. The American Medical Association (AMA) has historically defined ethical guidelines, adapting them to match scientific progress, economic pressures...Read more
2024 28 Oct
Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare is a transformative endeavour that offers significant opportunities to improve patient care, enhance operational efficiency and ultimately drive better clinical outcomes. The promise of AI is vast, from diagnostic tools that can detect diseases at an early stage to AI-driven predictive analytics...Read more
2024 28 Oct
Effective communication is the cornerstone of any successful organisation, and in healthcare, its importance cannot be overstated. Inefficient communication can lead to substantial financial losses and compromised patient care. In fact, U.S. hospitals reportedly waste between €10.2 and €11.3 billion ($11 and $12 billion) annually due to communication...Read more
2024 18 Jul
Electronic Health Record (EHR) transitions, a colossal technological and operational hurdle, are a defining feature of modern healthcare systems. Clinicians are tasked with mastering new technologies, reshaping their daily routines and workflows, all while upholding the continuity and quality of patient care. The Department of Veterans Affairs...Read more
2024 18 Jul
Missed appointments have long been a significant issue in healthcare delivery, adversely affecting the quality of care, leading to treatment delays, increased emergency department visits, poorer health outcomes, and even a higher risk of death. In England, the rate of missed mental health appointments is notably high, at 19.1%. This issue affects...Read more
2024 16 Jul
Data is pivotal in enhancing behavioural health practices. By harnessing the power of data, healthcare providers can gain critical insights into patient demographics, preferences, and clinical histories, which, in turn, allows for the customisation of treatment plans to meet individual needs. Additionally, data aids in streamlining operational...Read more
2024 26 Jun
Effective communication among healthcare professionals is paramount for delivering high-quality patient care. Traditionally, telephone calls have been the cornerstone of clinician-to-clinician communication. However, the landscape has shifted in recent years with the widespread adoption of mobile devices and electronic health record (EHR) systems....Read more
2024 04 Jun
Artificial intelligence's (AI) emergence in healthcare is now reaching the field of sleep medicine. A recent research commentary by the Artificial Intelligence in Sleep Medicine Committee of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine sheds light on AI's potential to revolutionise patient care and preventive health strategies in sleep medicine. Led...Read more
2024 30 May
Patient access to healthcare has been a longstanding concern, one that predates the digital revolution and the current challenges exacerbated by the pandemic. It's a multifaceted issue stemming from various factors like affordability, transportation limitations, and the availability of appointments. While the healthcare system grapples with capacity...Read more
2024 27 May
Recent evidence synthesised in the WHO Global Report on Primary Health Care (PHC) underscores the imperative to prioritise PHC within health systems. This evidence reveals that the long-term benefits of reorienting health towards PHC significantly outweigh the costs. PHC, by fostering ongoing relationships between physicians and patients, ensures...Read more
2024 24 May
Leveraging the full potential of AI and technology at the NHS and setting out an action plan that maximises benefits for patient care and staff satisfaction. Key Points Harnessing AI to expedite patient access to care and optimise resource allocation can achieve significant improvements in healthcare delivery. AI algorithms...Read more
2024 19 Mar
The healthcare industry faces numerous challenges including adapting to new technologies, navigating changes in care delivery settings, and addressing complex risks like staff burnout and workplace violence. Despite these challenges, ensuring patient and workforce safety remains paramount. An annual report from the Emergency Care Research Institute...Read more
2024 06 Mar
Clinical trials are how we discover new cures, and they can be a life-saving form of treatment. Paradigm is breaking down barriers in the healthcare industry with technology that brings clinical trials to more people, such as cancer patients, while reducing the paperwork burden for doctors and nurses to address clinician burnout. Clinical...Read more
2023 16 Jan
The well-being of doctors may be severely affected if they experience a complication during care of a patient.A traumatic patient care event can lead to significant mental stress on the provider and this burden is known as the second victim syndrome. When a patient experiences an intraoperative adverse event (iAE), and if this iAE was left unexamined...Read more
2022 19 Sep
“The NHS is the largest public-sector emitter of carbon emissions in the UK” (ePowerTrucks 2022). As part of a 2.1-million-pound investment, eight ambulance trusts are trialing 21 zero-emission vehicles. The goal is to relieve pressure on ambulance services while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprint. These electric vehicles require less...Read more