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Implementation of a Real-Time Psychosis Risk Detection and Alerting System Based on Electronic Health Records using CogStack
Published on: May 15, 2020
Use of appropriate technology to improve mental health service delivery
1Consultant Psychiatrist, Monkwearmouth Hospital, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust, Sunderland SR5 1NB and Honorary Senior Lecturer, Department of Health Sciences and Wellbeing, Sunderland University, Sunderland.
Abstract:
This article reviews currently available appropriate technologies which have been used in mental health, in order to reduce confusion and delay. Confusion (for example when and where to refer) can lead to error and waste. Similarly delay impacts quality and accessibility of the whole range of mental health services. As most secondary care mental health services use electronic patient records, it is arguably easier to apply technology in this speciality. However, consideration needs to be given to confidentiality and data security. Doctors of all specialities will be exposed to 'new' technologies over the next decade, and need to be aware of the direction of travel and its implications.
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