Health information team expands into new role NSLHD’s Health Information Services (HIS) team has officially relaunched its service to become Health and Corporate Information Services (HCIS), marking a new chapter and an expanded role for the team. The team has already delivered improvements through a clinical
HCIS a one stop shop for all things records,” she said.
documentation program at Royal North Shore and Hornsby hospitals, as well as introducing the eDoc portal, which allows services to securely send documents for upload into the electronic record system.
Previously, the team was responsible for managing patient records in line with state requirements and privacy laws. This included digitising records, supporting clinical coding, medico-legal work and maintaining data quality. Following the launch on 1 September, the service expanded to also cover corporate records, bringing health and corporate information management under one banner. The launch was marked with staff celebrations alongside colleagues from Clinical Governance and Digital Health Services. HCIS Manager Sally McIntosh said the change created a centralised approach that will make life easier for staff across the district. “Staff will experience a streamlined service for all their record queries, making
The HCIS team at the launch event
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After reviewing patient feedback, the clinics now feature inclusive mobility mammography chairs, providing greater comfort and accessibility for people who may find traditional mammography challenging. “Clients asked for a more comfortable and accessible option, and we listened. We’ve acted on their feedback to make screening easier and more dignified for everyone. It’s important to us that clients feel at ease,” said Meredith Kay, Director, BreastScreen NSW NSCC. The clinics have also introduced vibrant wall wraps that add an artistic and calming touch to the screening environment. “Since installing these wall wraps, we’ve had a lot of positive feedback and conversations,” she said. The community is reminded of the importance of regular screening for early detection. Around one in seven women in NSW will develop breast cancer in their
A patient using the new mobility mammography chair at the Royal North Shore Community Health Centre, with the clinic’s wall wrap providing a welcoming backdrop.
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