Carolyn Churchi Published on 2 Oct 2009 Patients across Scotland will be able to see a consultant over a webcam and have their symptoms assessed electronically as part of a move to roll out the use of new technology in … Continue reading →
Here is an opportunity to use Technology more effectively. VIEWPOINT By Dr Andrew Whitehouse Consultant physician, West Midlands Elderly people have to remain in hospital until social care is arranged Bed-blocking is an ongoing problem for the health service, with … Continue reading →
Success in tracking dementia sufferers By Craig Smith A PILOT project in Fife, enabling people with dementia to enjoy more independent lives whilst at the same time giving their families peace of mind, is being hailed a major success. For … Continue reading →
Hospitals roll out hand-held computers giving doctors and nurses instant access to database By Tom Gordon SCOTLAND IS set to become the first country in the world with an entirely paperless health service, as wireless hand-held computers allow doctors and … Continue reading →
Wireless computing and homegrown software turn may turn Scoland’s NHS paperless. When PDA’s didn’t work, Scotland’s NHS turned to Intel designed Medical Computer Assistants or Mobile Clinical Assistants (MCA). These together with Coupled or Computer Access on Wheels (COWs) and … Continue reading →