Ian’s 25-year struggle with asthma, which intensified over the last five years, serves as a reminder of the need for patient-focused care. Although he followed a rigorous management plan, his condition led to frequent and severe exacerbations. However, in January 2021, Ian’s healthcare narrative took a hopeful turn.
In the evolving landscape of healthcare innovation, the integration of patient experiences in the design of remote health-monitoring technologies is vital. Drawing on patient experiences not only enriches the technology but also empowers those whom the technologies serve.
The NHS Insights Prioritisation Programme (NIPP), a joint initiative of the Accelerated Access Collaborative, NHS England and the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration for the East of England, was designed to understand the impact of using remote monitoring (RM) technology, implemented in patient care, across Integrated Care Systems (ICS).
Health Innovation East has supported pilots of Airglove™ to improve cannulation in the East of England.
Rishav Ghosh, Business Analyst at Health Innovation East shares how we can support a healthier, sustainable future.
Dr Laura Wareing, design researcher from Lancaster Medical School shared her work on the use of design approaches in health research projects with Health Innovation East. Laura shares some key insights and recommendations.