Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital Digital Transformation Case Study

This case study details the digital transformation journey of Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, highlighting its commitment to enhancing patient care through advanced electronic patient record (EPR) systems. The document outlines the hospital's achievements, including becoming the first trust in Europe to reach HIMSS EMRAM Stage 7 standards, which signifies the highest level of digital maturity. It describes the implementation of the Altera Sunrise EPR system, initiated in 2012, and emphasizes the importance of clinical leadership in shaping workflows to meet patient needs. The case study also presents the hospital's efforts to improve cardiac rehabilitation referral workflows, resulting in a significant reduction in missed referrals. Additionally, it discusses the introduction of Closed Loop Medication Administration (CLMA) processes, which have led to a 55% decrease in medication administration errors. The hospital's nearly 100% paperless system is also highlighted, showcasing its alignment with NHS England's vision for future healthcare.