Adoption and spread of innovation in the NHS

Author:
COLLINS Ben
Publisher:
Kings Fund
Publication year:
2018
Pagination:
52
Place of publication:
London

This paper aims to make a pragmatic contribution to the discussion of what can be done to facilitate faster adoption of service innovation in the NHS. It draws on eight case studies of the successful spread of innovation supported by the academic health science networks. The case studies also demonstrate how simple, low cost innovations can improve health and care services and make a difference to people’s lives. Some of the opportunities for innovation to improve the effectiveness of health and care services included the introduction of new technologies, early intervention, changing staff roles, engaging patients in their care, meeting a different underlying need, and improving access for vulnerable groups. The case studies include: Florence: telehealth for long-term conditions; physical health checks for people with severe mental illness; secure text messaging with school nursing teams; and Age UK care co-ordinator roles to co-ordinate disparate health and care services for vulnerable older people. (Edited publisher abstract)

Subject terms:
NHS, service development, case studies, innovation, health care, social care, integrated care, quality improvement;
Content type:
practice example
Location(s):
England
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