Digital transformation in patient care

At Tallaght University Hospital, digital transformation it’s becoming a daily reality. Our latest insights explore how digital solutions are not only streamlining care delivery but also reshaping the experience for patients and staff alike.

Here’s what’s happening:

• OPERA for operating room efficiency: the OPERA platform optimises operating room planning and scheduling, reducing wait times and unplanned cancellations. It also improves communication between staff and keeps families informed throughout the patient’s journey in surgery.

• Real-time patient flow: the Nervecentre solution brings real-time data to the patient’s bedside, integrating clinical and bed management systems to improve patient flow from arrival to discharge. The system empowers staff with a clear, updated view of patient pathways, helping manage even the busiest days more effectively.

• Unified communications: with Ascom Unite, staff can access nurse call and patient monitoring data instantly on mobile devices. By bridging gaps between caregivers and coordinating data across devices, the system helps staff respond faster and more confidently in high-pressure environments.

• SmartCP for chronic pancreatitis: developed with patients and the InnovateHealth team, SmartCP is a digital tool that helps patients manage chronic pancreatitis at home. By supporting self-care and connecting patients to their healthcare team, SmartCP aims to improve quality of life and reduce hospital visits.

Are these technologies improving outcomes, or adding new complexities? How do digital systems interact with clinical workflows and skills on the ground?

TUH is helping answer these questions by putting innovation into context and shaping a more human-centred future for healthcare in Europe.

Stay tuned for continuing explore how digital solutions are transforming healthcare!