Ross Campbell

🌍 Sustainability & Cost Efficiency: Long-Term Thinking Matters! 💡 In today’s world, investing in longevity and fit-for-purpose products is key to hitting both sustainability and cost targets. While cheaper, short-term solutions might seem appealing, they often lead to higher costs in the long run. 🚫 ✅ By choosing high-quality, durable products, you: • Reduce waste ♻️ • Lower replacement & maintenance costs 🔧 • Support a circular economy 🌱 Remember, short-term savings can lead to hidden costs, but investing for the long-term sets you up for success—financially and sustainably! 🌟

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A powerful example of how, despite billions being invested in EPR systems nationwide, archaic processes for transferring images and videos still persist. 🌟 Revolutionising Nursing Efficiency Through Digitisation 🌟 A recent study highlights the profound impact of digitisation on NHS nurses' efficiency and morale by replacing traditional methods of transferring clinical images and videos to electronic patient records (EPRs) with a digitised process. The results speak volumes: ✅ 33% efficiency gain, saving over 26 working days annually in the ENT department. ✅ An annual cost-saving of £6780 on non-patient-facing tasks. ✅ 75% of nurses reported improved morale, with 63% gaining confidence in the accuracy of patient records. This is what true digital transformation looks like: not just investing in systems but ensuring they replace outdated, inefficient workflows. The time and cost savings—combined with improved nurse satisfaction—highlight the massive potential for scaling such solutions across the NHS. Let’s rethink how we approach digital innovation to focus on real-world impact. #DigitalHealth #Transformation #NHSInnovation

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Lord Darzi's report highlighted a crucial point: the NHS needs more than quick fixes. It needs sustainable, systemic changes. Our recent endoscopy transformation project https://lnkd.in/eRTSgB4X proves this is possible. By implementing a Management Operating System across four NHS Trusts, we've created lasting improvements: - Standardised processes across Trusts - Enhanced visibility in appointment planning - Real-time decision-making capabilities - Improved staff morale and patient satisfaction The key? A structured framework that becomes part of the service's DNA, not just a temporary solution. #NHSImprovement #SustainableHealthcare #Changeology

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In challenging times for healthcare, as highlighted in the NHS crisis, one message is clear: quality isn't optional—it's essential. At Olympus, we align with this principle, striving to deliver innovative solutions that empower clinicians and improve patient outcomes. Together, we can make quality the foundation of better care. https://lnkd.in/eF3MrA8u

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What stops manufacturers adopting automation? 46% point to a lack of technical skills. What if you didn’t need them? 41% cite integration/data challenges. What if a company of specialists, with 30 years’ experience, had designed a range of sensor monitoring hardware and software that was simply ‘plug and play’? What if your remote monitoring hardware could be remotely configured by that company …. to your specifications … via our intuitive cloud … or even before it was delivered? What if that cloud offered customisable dashboards, so you could see your data just as you need it … set up for you and visible within moments of installation? Sounding good? What if all you had to do was get in touch? (Data: MakeUK October-23) #factoryautomation #processcontrol #IoTsolutions PowTechnology Digital Transformation Solutions

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The interventions we created were simple, passive and didn’t add any extra time to anyone’s day. (aside from a quick 20 minute online training session). ⏰ This is just the start. The opportunity to reduce emissions and save money is there, we just need to take it. ♻️💷 Watch this space for our next project focused on resource use and continued scope 3 reductions. 🧑🏻‍⚕️👩🏽‍⚕️👨🏻‍⚕️ #netzero #nhs #scope3reduction #cocreate

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Did you know that catheter associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) are one of the main reasons why anyone will get a hospital acquired infection? 🤔 (NHS England) CAUTIs pose a significant risk to patients and are a major burden on NHS hospitals, contributing to spiralling healthcare costs and can often increase a patient’s length of stay on average by 6 additional days (NICE). To provide context, picture an acute NHS hospital, typically 20% of its patients will be urinary catheterised, some NHS hospitals carry out more than 30,000 catheterisation procedures each year. This is a huge patient population at risk of a hospital acquired infection. At Becton Dickinson (BD), we are committed to supporting healthcare providers in mitigating this risk. Our award-winning solutions and collaborative approaches with NHS Supply chain and pioneering healthcare trusts like University North Midlands have proven to be extremely effective in reducing CAUTIs, enhancing patient safety, improving overall care quality and delivering true value. 🏆 This has been reflected with BD, NHS Supply Chain and University Hospital North Midlands receiving 3 different NHS awards in the last 12 months for its collaborative work done to reduce CAUTI infections 🏆 Why it Matters: Patient Safety: CAUTIs can lead to serious complications, including bloodstream infections and increased antimicrobial resistance Healthcare Costs: The financial burden on the NHS due to healthcare-associated infections, including CAUTIs, is substantial, Epic 3 2014 attributed a cost of £1968 for each CAUTI infection Quality of Care: Reducing CAUTIs aligns with national priorities for improving patient outcomes and minimising the use of antibiotics. 💬 Contact us today at BD or reach out to your local NHS Supply Chain contact to learn how BD’s innovative solutions paired with strong collaborative partnerships can support your patients and reduce the risk of CAUTI in your healthcare environments. Together we can make a significant impact on patient care and safety. #Healthcare #PatientSafety #InfectionControl #CAUTI #NHS #BD #NHSSC #BectonDickinson #AwardWinning #HealthcareInnovation #BardFoleyTray #PureWick #HAI #AMR #Antimicrobialresistance

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I had my NMC revalidation in August, and it was made easy with the ComplyPlus system. NMC revalidation is a vital process for all nurses and midwives, ensuring that they remain fit to practice and uphold the highest standards in healthcare. ComplyPlus™ offers a comprehensive solution to streamline and simplify the revalidation process, making it easier for professionals to meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s (NMC) requirements. This system helps nurses and midwives confidently maintain their registration, reducing the administrative burden and allowing them to focus on delivering quality care. Discover how ComplyPlus™ can simplify your NMC Revalidation process - https://bit.ly/3WH5nI0 #NMCRevalidation #Nursing #Midwifery

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These clinical answers are informative and can be useful for healthcare decision-makers, and practitioners. It can also be used for patient care education. https://lnkd.in/gtC3XxtZ #healthcare

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“New services like being able to image coronary stents and to see through coronary calcium better than ever before were very much part of the plan and thankfully have come to fruition for us. (…) And the good thing about Siemens (Healthineers) machines is, they always do exactly what it says on the box.” That's how Conor Murray, CEO & radiologist, explains the business benefits the team at ChestRad Perth, Australia, noticed following the installation of NAEOTOM Alpha. https://lnkd.in/eav7rkGt It’s time to continue the success story of photon-counting CT technology. See for yourself at #RSNA24. #photoncounting #CT #innovation #technology #inthefutureeveryCTwillbephotoncounting Disclaimer: NAEOTOM Alpha is not commercially available in all countries. Its future availability cannot be guaranteed.

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So, I was benchmarking another Endo department last week, and fortunate to have 2 established endo surgeons on the tour, Of course I asked a ton of questions during the precleaning, endoscope reprocessing and especially storage.. at the closing of the tour a interesting and challenging question surfaced, how much bacteria exsist is in a sick patient Colon and feces before a procedure? Two things came to mind, first the importance of precleaning and manual cleaning and prevent cross contamination from patient to patient through the reprocessing processes, then ..how accurate is the measurement system and data that declares all reportable infections are related to reprocessing if bacteria already resides in sick patients. To me after observing many endo workflows pre-cleaning and manual cleaning remain the most important and highest risk well above all the rest of the processes in the workflow.

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Did you know that Atrial Fibrillation is the most common heart arrhythmia worldwide? It affects millions of people and can increase the risk of stroke by up to 5 times. But with proper diagnosis and treatment, it can be managed, allowing people to live full lives. This awareness month, let’s come together to learn more about hashtag#AF, its symptoms, and the importance of seeking medical advice. Watch for the signs: - Heart palpitations - Unexplained fatigue - Shortness of breath - Dizziness hashtag#AFibAwareness hashtag#HeartHealth hashtag#AtrialFibrillation hashtag#Prevention hashtag#TakeCareOfYourHeart hashtag#Medtronic hashtag#SeptemberAwareness #MedtronicEmployee

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⭐New! In our latest blog, we speak with endoscopy expert and lead JAG assessor Debbie Johnston about the importance of endoscopy surveillance and how Four Eyes Insight can support NHS organisations. Read more >> https://ow.ly/thmE50RR3HI #EndoscopySurveillance #Endoscopy #NHS #Diagnostics

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🌟 Exciting Progress in Procurement and Healthcare Transformation! 🌟 It's fantastic to see Lord Hunt's positive response towards embracing a value-based approach in procurement. This signifies a significant leap forward in understanding that the best value doesn't always come with the lowest price, particularly in healthcare. Having witnessed firsthand the impact of prioritising value over mere cost, I'm convinced of its importance. This mindset not only improves patient outcomes but also fuels innovation and sustainability within our healthcare system. National implementation of this value-based approach is crucial for ensuring uniformity and unlocking its full potential benefits. It offers suppliers a chance to showcase their value proposition, ultimately reshaping how healthcare is delivered. By placing emphasis on value, we anticipate a range of advantages, including enhanced patient care, heightened efficiency, and a more robust healthcare ecosystem. Furthermore, this shift encourages suppliers to innovate and customize their offerings to meet the distinct needs of healthcare providers and patients alike. What benefits do you anticipate from this approach, and what challenges do you believe we must address to ensure its success? Let me know your thoughts #HealthcareTransformation #ValueBasedProcurement #InnovationInHealthcare

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This #WorldPatientSafetyDay, Dr Anna Beattie, Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist, reflects on the new technologies and innovations that are improving patient safety and better health outcomes in the North East and North Cumbria. #WPSD Find out more about how we are transforming patient safety 👇 https://lnkd.in/eAsunjBx

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