Digital transformation set to improve hospital care for patients in Powys
Patients are set to benefit from an exciting digital transformation in Powys, as a significant step forward is taken towards safer and more efficient prescribing and medicines administration in hospitals.
Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) has chosen Better as its technology partner to support delivery of electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (ePMA), which will revolutionise medicines management within the health board’s community hospitals and other healthcare settings.
This new digital system will streamline prescribing by replacing the use of paper in hospitals, freeing up time for clinicians. ePMA will help to ensure that information is captured accurately, up to date and readily available, which will reduce the risk of medication errors and improve patient care.
The implementation of ePMA in Wales is a key part of the national Digital Medicines programme, led by Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) and supported and funded by Welsh Government.
Dr Kate Wright, Medical Director for Powys Teaching Health Board, said: “By moving to a fully digital system for prescribing and medicine management in Powys hospitals, we will be able to increase patient safety and simplify processes for staff.
“I am really excited for this project to be rolled out across Powys and am grateful for the investment from the Welsh Government.”
The ePMA programme will provide several benefits to colleagues and patients such as access to digital records 24/7, a reduction in administrative errors and the ability to audit prescribing and administrative activity.
Božidarka Radović, Product Director for Better Meds, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Powys Teaching Health Board to support their journey toward safer and more efficient medicines management.
“By streamlining processes and ensuring accurate, accessible information, we look forward to supporting clinicians in delivering safer, more efficient care to patients across Powys.
“We believe this collaboration is a natural extension of our mission to improve patient safety and enhance the quality of care.
