IT system for GPs to help transform care

GP practices across England can now access new technology with the introduction of the first new core IT system for 25 years. As part of reforms to increase competition and innovation in the market, NHS England has approved the first of a new generation of electronic patient record systems for GPs – with more suppliers expected to be made available later this year. The cloud-based technology will support the integration of primary care with other settings, including care homes and vaccination centres, and can be used on different devices such as tablets – supporting the delivery of neighbourhood care and helping doctors to best meet their patients’ needs.