Digital solutions

Why digital capacity matters

In some specialties, workforce capacity alone cannot keep pace with an ageing population and increasingly complex medical needs. Digital pathways can help improve access while supporting safe clinical decision-making.

Where digital solutions add capacity

• Earlier clinical review and triage
• Reduced unnecessary face-to-face activity
• Better use of clinic time for patients who most need it
• Improved patient communication and pathway clarity

Examples of digital pathway approaches

• Remote consultations where clinically appropriate
• Advice and Guidance models
• Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU)
• One stop clinic models supported by structured pre-assessment