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In the rapidly advancing landscape of healthcare, where technology plays a pivotal role in patient care, diagnosis, and record management, the importance of maintaining a robust IT disaster recovery plan cannot be overstated. Healthcare institutions heavily rely on their digital infrastructure to ensure seamless operations and patient safety. The potential consequences of IT downtime in…
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Exciting news for GP Practices: your website now integrates seamlessly with NHS Jobs! Learn how this integration can streamline your recruitment process, increase your reach, and help you connect with top talent.
Join us as we take a deep dive into digital primary care, exploring examples of best practice, challenges and how they could be tackled, and industry viewpoints on what ‘good’ looks like. We’ll take a look at some of the latest announcements in primary care, including GP practice IT funding and contract changes; as well…
The Lure of the ‘Easy Fix’ In an increasingly digital world, ensuring your GP Practice website is accessible to all users is a must. Enter accessibility overlays, often touted as an easy and quick fix for website accessibility issues. But hold your horses! Before you jump on the overlay bandwagon, it’s essential to dig a…
Breaking Free from PDFs for a More Accessible and User-Friendly Online Experience PDFs. We’ve all downloaded them, scrolled through them, and perhaps even cursed them. In the world of GP Practice websites, they are a common sight. But despite their prevalence, PDFs might not be the best solution for your website. As the digital landscape…
🫤 CQC heads straight for them… 😬 CAP funding depends on them… 🫣 Over half of your patients are visiting them… Websites are back at the top of to-do lists for most GP practices and PCNs. Not just because they need to be usable and accessible, but because there’s a lot of work that needs…
June is upon us, and with it comes the colourful and empowering celebration of LGBT Pride Month. This month reminds us of the importance of inclusivity, acceptance, and the equal rights of all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation. LGBT+ individuals consistently face significantly poorer health outcomes and healthcare experiences compared to others. For those in…
In today’s digital age, healthcare organisations face numerous cybersecurity threats, with phishing scams being one of the most prevalent and concerning. Phishing is a malicious technique cybercriminals use to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, financial details, or personal data. The healthcare industry, with its vast amount of valuable patient information, has…
When it comes to designing an exceptional NHS GP practice website, prioritising patient experience is paramount. While popups may seem like a popular marketing tool, they can often hinder a smooth and seamless browsing experience for your patients. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the reasons why using popups on your GP practice website…
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, it has become increasingly challenging for healthcare organisations to maintain a reliable and secure IT infrastructure. With the growing demands of patient care, the need for innovative healthcare solutions has never been more critical. The healthcare industry faces challenges such as compliance, security, and patient data privacy. They require…
As more patients turn to the internet for information and services, NHS GP Practices are faced with the challenge of managing this surge in digital demand. The good news is that with the right tools and strategies, you can create a seamless and efficient online experience for your patients. In this blog post, we’ll explore…
Regular updates to your practice website not only ensures that your patients have access to the most recent information but also contribute to better user experience and search engine visibility. In this article, we’ll delve into the optimal update frequency for various aspects of your NHS GP Practice website, helping you maintain a well-rounded, reliable…
Iatro have been chosen to supply an intranet for primary care organisations across North East London (NEL) as part of the NEL Digital First programme, which is supporting projects to transform primary care through the implementation, understanding and improvement of digital tools within general practice. Previously, North East London ICB were using a variety of intranets to…
Enhance Your Practice’s Digital Presence with Our Innovative AI-Powered Feature At iatro, we understand the importance of maintaining a strong digital presence for your NHS GP Practice. Engaging, informative, and up-to-date content is essential for attracting new patients, retaining existing ones, and fostering trust in your practice. However, we know that creating and managing website…
Thomas Porteus, founder and CEO of iatro, has been added to this years prestigious 42 under 42 list. The list, which is sponsored by Brewin Dolphin, Schofield Sweeney and Sentio Partners, profiles the region’s top business leaders and entrepreneurs under 42 years of age. It was created when the magazine recognised that the average age of…
Primary Care IT and iatro are pleased to announce the integration ofQRISK®3 calculation within the OneContact platform OneContact is an NHS Approved (DFOCVC) Online Consultation and Clinical Workflow platform, which allows practices to shape and manage digital demand. Through our collaboration with the team behind QRISK®3, OneContact now offers a seamless and effortless way for clinicians to calculate QRISK®3 scores using…
At HTN Now Digital Primary Care we were joined by Thomas Porteus, Founder and CEO at Iatro, for a presentation on creating a highly usable and accessible GP website for patients.
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) play a vital role in the National Health Service (NHS) by bringing together GP practices to provide coordinated care for patients in their local area. However, in order for a PCN to truly be effective, it must have a strong online presence. A website for a PCN serves as the central…
HTN Digital Primary Care is back! Join us for this one day online event where we discuss how digital innovations can support general practice, we’ll tackle some challenges and share approaches that have made an impact. This event is open to everyone to attend and share thoughts and experiences on different topics for digital primary care….