Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease virtual ward
The report presents findings from an evaluation of a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) virtual ward that falls within a virtual hospital managed by South and West Hertfordshire Health and Care Partnership. It looks at the adoption of the COPD virtual ward model and demonstrates the model’s potential to support people with other health conditions. It considers the success of the virtual ward objectives to improve patient care, clinical outcomes, healthcare utilisation, and patient and staff satisfaction.