Written question asked by Richard Taylor (Independent (affiliation)) on Thursday, 20 March 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 28 March 2003. It was answered by David Lammy (Labour) on Friday, 28 March 2003 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what progress has been made with the evaluation of Phase I of the introduction of telemedicine at Kidderminster Hospital.

Answer: Dr. Richard Taylor: To ask the Secretary of State for Health what progress has been made with the evaluation of Phase I of the introduction of telemedicine at Kidderminster hospital. [104885] Mr. Lammy: An external evaluation of telemedicine support for the Kidderminster Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) was undertaken in April 2001, after six months use. The key findings were: The system use was high initially but was reducing, in line with the experience of other MIUs, where use declined as nursing staff became more confident and experienced in dealing with a range of conditions. The system had been very valuable in supporting the transition to MIU. Most of the benefits set out in the business case for telemedicine had been delivered.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 104885; 402 c450W
Session: 2002-03
Subjects: Hospitals NHS Technology Kidderminster Hospital Minor injuries units Telemedicine
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk