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Patient Pathways Inefficiencies in Neurology Care: Providers' Perspectives
Binyam Bogale1, Ingrid Konstanse Ledel Solem2, Anna Grøndahl Larsen2
1University of Oslo, Institute of Clinical Medicine, Norway.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|August 8, 2025
Summary
Healthcare coordination for nervous system diseases faces challenges. Patient pathways show care inefficiencies, unmet information needs, and fragmented digital systems, impacting care delivery.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Healthcare Management
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Care for nervous system diseases involves multiple providers and levels.
- Inefficiencies in care coordination and communication are common.
- Patient pathways are complex and often fragmented.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore healthcare workers' views on current patient pathways for nervous system diseases.
- To identify specific inefficiencies in care coordination and communication.
- To understand patient information needs and the role of digital systems.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a validated pathways assessment tool.
- Collected data through healthcare worker perspectives.
- Analyzed current patient care pathways.
Main Results:
- Identified significant inefficiencies in care coordination.
- Revealed unmet patient information needs.
- Highlighted fragmented and siloed digital systems hindering effective care.
Conclusions:
- Current patient pathways for nervous system diseases require improvement.
- Addressing care coordination, information dissemination, and digital integration is crucial.
- Enhancing communication and system interoperability can optimize patient care and outcomes.
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