1. PACS
Dr Erika Denton
National Clinical Lead for Diagnostic Imaging & Consultant Radiologist, Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital Trust
20th April 2005

2. My role as National Clinical Lead…
Work with key stakeholders to deliver
transformational change in diagnostic imaging
PACS implementation
Maximise utilisation of NHS imaging capacity
IS procurement
Workforce development
Service redesign
Imaging pathways development

3. Why support PACS implementation?
2008: the 18 weeks start to treatment target
Faster access to diagnostic imaging
Services delivered closer to the patient
GP direct access
Better for patients, better for NHS staff

4. Implementation outcomes
Improved patient experience
Smoother process: fewer rejects & repeat investigations
No cancelled operations for lost imaging
All images available at the touch of a button
Images available anywhere

5. Implementation outcomes
Improved diagnostic capabilities
Image manipulation
Speed up reporting and hasten clinical decisions
Teleradiology frameworks
Second opinions

6. Implementation outcomes
Reduced risks to staff – chemicals, film packets
Enhanced teaching opportunities
Radiology academies
MDT discussion and development
Shared teaching cases
Research

7. QUESTIONS…..