The Isle of Wight NHS Trust has welcomed the confirmation of £21.5m of additional funding to modernise digital technology, IT infrastructure and clinical systems.
£12.5m of the capital funding forms part of the Investing in Our Future programme (IOF) to improve NHS buildings and IT and will support improvements happening across the Trust.
The Isle of Wight NHS Trust then bid successfully for a further £9m to improve its clinical systems.
Dr Nikki Turner, Director of Strategy, Partnership and Digital, said:
“This major investment is a game changer for the Island’s NHS and a major boost to our digital transformation journey.
“Investing in our IT infrastructure and clinical systems will ensure we can provide a safe and sustainable digital service that will improve patient experience and revolutionise the way our staff work.
“We look forward to sharing further benefits of our digital transformation programme over the coming months.”
Rebecca Lester, Chief Digital Information Officer, added:
“This is truly a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the Isle of Wight NHS Trust to modernise its digital infrastructure and services for the benefit of citizens of the Island.
"It will provide modern digital tools which enable our staff to provide the best care possible to those using our services.”
Rish Jain, Foundation Year Two Doctor and Junior Clinical Information Officer concluded:
“With properly funded upgrades to our whole digital ecosystem and infrastructure, we have a precious opportunity on the Island to truly change how we deliver healthcare and to and be a leader in it.”
Find out more about the IOF programme on our dedicated Investing in Our Future website.
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