Transformation Directorate

Primary and community long-term condition management

Digital solutions to support healthcare professionals managing patients in primary care and the community.

Case studies

Scientist in a suit analysing a sample of blood

Supporting primary care to interpret antibody tests and refer patients

Using digital prompts to aid decision-making and enable quicker diagnosis and treatment.
Doctor wearing a white coat and stethoscope around their neck looking at a laptop screen

Remote clinical management as part of standard care for rheumatology patients

A digital system to remotely manage clinics during the COVID-19 pandemic.
5 people looking at a handheld digital device

Collecting data through the National Early Inflammatory Arthritis Audit (NEIAA) website

Collecting data to improve the quality of care for people living with inflammatory arthritis.
Musculoskeletal first contact practitioner services in primary care

Using an app to remotely monitor rheumatoid arthritis (RA)

Remote monitoring of rheumatoid arthritis to keep track of patients’ daily symptoms.
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Using electronic patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) to improve patient outcomes

A new platform so patients can complete PROMS before attending the rheumatology clinic.
2 people at home stretching on an exercise mat

A programme for patients with musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions who want more movement in their lives

Using tailored virtual sessions to help people living with arthritis and MSK conditions become more active.
Establishing a hybrid remote clinic for patients on biological and targeted synthetic DMARDs in Rheumatology

Establishing a hybrid remote clinic for patients on biological and targeted synthetic DMARDs in Rheumatology

A novel remote therapy clinic (RTC) using electronic patient reported outcomes (ePROMS) to monitor patients

Disclaimer

These case studies summarise user and patient experiences with digital solutions along the relevant care pathway. Unless expressly stated otherwise, the apps and digital tools referenced are not supplied, distributed or endorsed by NHS England or the Department of Health and Social Care and such parties are not liable for any injury, loss or damage arising from their use.

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