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Healthcare
Electronic medication management increases patient safety
A recent survey conducted by InterSystems at the Electronic Medication Management Conference found that 100% of the 30 participated Australian hospitals expected electronic medication management (EMM) to lead to increased patient safety. However, 60% cited complexity or cost of interoperability as a significant barrier to deployment. 26 public hospitals and 4 private hospitals participated in the survey, highlights…
6 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Discrepancies found in common healthcare procedures around the country
According to a new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), the treatment of even the most common health conditions in Australia can "vary considerably" depending on whereabouts in the country a patient lives. The 'Exploring Healthcare Variation in Australia' discussion paper, released by the AIHW in conjunction with the Australian Commission on Safety…
5 Jun 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Improving the lives of young people living with complex disabilities
Sue Hodgson, President of HOPES Inc. joined us recently to discuss her future plans and aspirations for her organisation and the individuals that she and her colleagues, continue to support. Sue will be presenting at the upcoming Younger People with Very High and Complex Care Needs Conference which will take place on 19th and 20th June 2014 at…
30 May 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Are Australia’s nursing graduates under threat?
Nurses play a vital role in any country's healthcare system, and ensuring there is a steady pipeline of local talent is essential. However, according to the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU), the ease of access to 457 visas is pushing many home-grown nurses out of the picture. ACTU President Ged Kearney recently revealed that…
27 May 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Performance data highlights strong healthcare in Queensland
The Queensland government recently released new healthcare performance data on key areas around the state, and the figures indicate that its residents are certainly in safe hands. In compiling the quarterly review, the government assessed a range of critical measures to gauge how healthcare providers in various cities were performing. These included metrics such as…
26 May 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Improving and designing innovative HITH services to foster care in the community
Ingrid Ridler, Manager of Mercy@Home, Patient Access and Workforce Coordinator at Mercy Hospital for Women joined us recently to discuss her futuristic goals and how to get strategic direction for HITH services in Australia. Ingrid will be presenting at the upcoming Hospital in the Home Conference 2014, which will take place on 26th and 27th May 2014…
21 May 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Close-Up: Michelle French
Michelle French is an occupational therapist with 30 years of experience in the field. She is the Director and Principle Therapist at Michelle French + Associates (MFA). Michelle will be co-presenting a session at the 3rd Annual Younger People with very High & Complex Care Needs Conference, taking place on 19th and 20th June in Melbourne, on the topic "A Client Centred Model…
20 May 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Effectively improving clinical involvement in hospital procurement processes
Effective procurement activity relies on the ability to demonstrate integrity, transparency and value-for-money, whilst ensuring ‘best value’ outcomes in goods, services and equipment. In the current environment of fiscal uncertainty, hospitals (alongside other institutions) are under increasing pressure to further streamline and automate their procurement processes whilst maintaining quality and value-for money. Ensuring that there…
19 May 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Australian healthcare good, but could be better
A new report published by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) suggests that the quality of Australian healthcare is comparable on a global scale, but there are still areas for improvement. According to the 'OECD health-care quality indicators in Australia 2011-12' report, Australia performed well in a range of key areas such as primary care,…
16 May 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Improving medication management on discharge: Introducing the City Country Medslink project
Improving medication management across the continuum remains one of the greatest challenges in modern health care. The period 7 to 10 days following hospital discharge is a vulnerable time, with approximately 50% of adults discharged experiencing a medical error, most often an adverse drug event. People in rural and remote Australia present later and sicker…
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