The Royal College of General Practitioners has published its new ‘tech manifesto’ calling for a robust and joined-up IT system across the NHS.
The manifesto recognises the potential of genomics, AI, digital medicine and robotics to potentially revolutionise patient care and improve patient safety but that widespread improvement will only be possible once robust, secure IT systems are in place for all GP practices and all areas of the NHS have access to computer networks which seamlessly link up the patient journey.
Related to this, the Health Secretary has announced plans to upgrade every hospital, GP practice and community care service to full fibre optic connectivity.
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