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"The term “hospital of the future” is used frequently to refer not to a type of building, but rather to a set of emerging trends in hospital care. These trends are likely to have a profound impact, not only on hospitals’ physical facilities, but on the types of medicine practiced in them, as well as the medical practitioners themselves". Link to our full blog post below: https://lnkd.in/gfWFqhNh

Another great example of #innovation in action at Tufts Medicine. My colleague Dr. Shafiq Rab says, "Virtual-First can help eliminate disparities in #healthcare care by providing patients with prioritized access to our high-quality care professionals." #healthequity #populationhealth #digitalhealth #digitalhealthinnovation #digitalhealthsolutions #healthcareaccess #accesstocare

The healthcare research landscape has seen incredible advancements over the past decade, bringing exciting innovations. However, these benefits aren’t yet reaching everyone equally. At Barts Life Sciences, we’re dedicated to changing that. Leveraging our unique research perspective from the 97 nations represented in North-East London, we’re driving innovations that address major unmet healthcare needs – in #EastLondon and beyond. In our latest article, Professor Sir Mark Caulfield discusses how the unique partnership between Barts Health NHS Trust and Queen Mary University of London, along with the establishment of a cutting-edge Precision Healthcare Research Institute, is central to these efforts. Read the full article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGuVJjrW Barts Health NHS Trust Queen Mary University of London #BartsLifeSciences #UKLifeSciences #EastLondon #HealthcareInnovation #LifeScienceClusters #Collaboration #Healthcare #Research #Diversity #PrecisionMedicine

BAHM President Kevin Schulman at Stanford CERC, along with his co-authors at Stanford University School of Medicine and NC State Poole College of Management, outline a digitally enabled care (DEC) model - technology-enabled, patient-directed services that cover previsits, visits, and postvisits - to help address the workflow challenges that #physicians face. https://lnkd.in/esX9bNqX #healthcareinnovation #healthmanagement

👨⚕️🔍𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐈𝐓𝐘: 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞: A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Cambridge and INSEAD business school highlights the significant advantages of patients seeing the same GP over time. Termed as continuity of care, this model not only enhances patient health but also alleviates the workload for family doctors. Key Findings: 🔍 Improved Patient Health: The study indicates that maintaining a long-term relationship with a single doctor enhances patient health outcomes significantly. 📉 Reduced Doctor Workload: Contrary to common assumptions, the research reveals that having a consistent GP actually reduces the workload for family doctors. According to the study, patients who consistently saw the same GP experienced an 18% longer interval between visits compared to those who consulted different doctors. This finding challenges traditional perceptions and underscores the value of continuity of care in modern healthcare systems. The implications of this study are profound, emphasizing the importance of fostering lasting doctor-patient relationships. By prioritizing continuity of care, we can not only enhance patient outcomes but also optimize the efficiency of healthcare delivery. For more insights on the study, read the full article here: [Link to the Study] Let's continue to prioritize patient-centered care and cultivate meaningful connections between doctors and patients for a healthier tomorrow. #Healthcare #ContinuityOfCare #PatientOutcomes #MedicalResearch #DoctorPatientRelationship

Healthy longevity in Action

Wonderful description of all necessary steps to set up and successfully develop the #LongevityMedicine in hopsitals. 👇 https://lnkd.in/dbiQHfTT

🩺 Join Our Research Project: "Optimizing Medical Team Performance: Addressing the Invisible Forces to Improve Patient Care" 🌍 In an era where health systems face unprecedented challenges, including resource shortages and escalating patient case complexity, it's clear that our patient care strategies need urgent optimization. We're at a crucial point in redefining how medical teams operate to enhance patient outcomes and alleviate the pressure on our healthcare systems. Project Objective: We're excited to launch a groundbreaking project aimed at enhancing medical team performance by focusing on three critical yet often overlooked factors: cognitive diversity, psychological safety, and motivation. Our hypothesis: improving these areas will significantly uplift patient care quality and ease the healthcare burden. Methodology: This ambitious 18-month project will involve periodic evaluations of these key areas at the beginning, and then at 6, 12, and 18 months. This strategic approach allows us to monitor progress and gauge the impact of our interventions on team performance and patient care. Intervention: We invite medical teams to participate in a series of innovative activities, including workshops, training sessions, and practical exercises. These are designed to bolster cognitive diversity, foster a psychologically safe work environment, and enhance intrinsic motivation within teams. Expected Impact: We're aiming for a transformative impact on patient care quality. By addressing these 'invisible forces,' we expect to see improved team communication, heightened efficiency in managing complex cases, and a reduction in staff stress and fatigue. Our ultimate goal is to establish a scalable and sustainable model for ongoing healthcare improvement. Conclusion: Facing the complexities of modern healthcare, it's crucial to innovate and rejuvenate our approaches to team dynamics in the medical field. Our project offers a novel pathway to embrace these challenges and drive a meaningful transformation in healthcare delivery. 📣 We're calling all healthcare providers passionate about making a difference! Join us in this exciting journey to reshape patient care. Your expertise and insights are invaluable in this collaborative effort to pioneer a new era in healthcare. 💡 Interested? Reach out to us for more details and be a part of this transformative project! The Ottawa Hospital CHEO Hôpital Montfort Queensway Carleton Hospital The Hospital for Sick Children UBC Hospital University of Alberta Hospital Emergency Toronto General Hospital Toronto Western Hospital Montreal General Hospital Montreal Childrens Hospital Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Canadian Medical Association The Canadian Medical Protective Association University of Ottawa Heart Institute #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalResearch #TeamPerformance #PatientCare #JoinUs #ResearchProject #CognitiveDiversity #PsychologicalSafety #Motivation

Decoding the persistence of delayed hospital discharge: An in‐depth scoping review and insights from two decades comes from the DeGroote School of Business - McMaster University Alyaa Abdelhalim Manaf Zargoush Norm Archer & Mehrdad Roham They did a review of systematic reviews over the last 24 years and the PRIMARY Causes of delayed discharges are: The primary causes of Delayed Hospital Discharge (DHD) identified in the review include: 1. Lack of Rehabilitation Services: The unavailability of appropriate rehabilitation services necessary for patients' recovery post-discharge. 2. Hospital-Based Delays: Inefficiencies within the hospital system, such as bed shortages and administrative hold-ups. 3. Awaiting Transfer: Patients often have to wait for transfer to other hospitals or care facilities, causing significant delays. 3. Faulty Organizational Management: Inadequate discharge planning and transfer of care issues due to poor organizational management. 4. Age-Related Factors: Older, frail, and dependent individuals face complex health needs that make them particularly vulnerable to delays. 5. Inadequate Access to Care: Barriers such as limited access to residential care, domiciliary support, and insufficient hospital capacity hinder timely discharge. 6. Poor Communication and Coordination: Deficits in communication and coordination of care, including poor clinical handover practices, contribute to DHD. 7. Funding Difficulties: Financial constraints and challenges in implementing financial integration can delay necessary post-discharge services. 8. Cognitive Impairment: Patients with cognitive impairments often experience longer hospital stays due to the need for specialized care and suitable discharge destinations. 9. Socioeconomic Factors: Patients’ socioeconomic status can impact the availability and coordination of post-discharge care, leading to delays. https://bit.ly/3YtwHJw