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Our digital strategy is all about using technology to make it easier for people in Berkshire to get the care they need, when and where they want it.
- Better access – We are building digital tools that let patients book appointments, view records and talk to clinicians online, so they don’t always have to travel to a hospital.
- Joined‑up care – By connecting our systems with GPs, hospitals, councils and voluntary groups, we can share information quickly and give a smoother experience.
- Support for staff – Nurses and other staff are given time and training to use electronic communications, Connected Care platforms and other digital programmes. We have a Digital Clinical Leadership Group that includes nursing representatives to guide these changes.
- Innovation and awards – Recent projects such as Medic Chat, Microsoft Teams for rural connectivity, remote clinical supervision and virtual‑ward services have been recognised with a Digital HSJ award, showing that our digital innovations are delivering real benefits for patients.
- Sustainable technology – Our Green Plan (2025‑2028) commits to embracing new technologies that also reduce our environmental impact.
We continue to develop and expand these digital services so that everyone in our community can stay healthy, receive timely support and feel more in control of their own care.
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Weve launched a new five-year strategy to improve care for local communities | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Over the next five years, we'll focus on making it easier for people to access the care they need, when and where they need it. Our priorities include: Providing more joined-up care by working closely with GPs, hospitals, local councils and voluntary organisations. Delivering more care closer to home, helping people stay healthy and independent for longer. Using digital technology to improve services and make it easier to access care. Focusing more on prevention and early support to help people stay well. Reducing health inequalities by improving access, experience and outcomes for communities who face the greatest barriers to good health.
Our Nursing Strategy 2023-2026
We will ensure that nursing staff are engaged in the trust development and implementation of technological solutions/digital transformation We will offer digitally enabled care to enhance communication We aim to use technology to support the nurse’s role in joining up care, supporting Connected Care We plan to reduce the need for duplication in our record keeping We want to release time to offer compassionate care We aim to empower people to actively participate in and contribute to their care
Berkshire Healthcare shortlisted for a Digital HSJ award
The introduction of digital innovations, including Medic Chat, Microsoft Teams for improved connectivity in rural areas, remote clinical supervision, and bitesized teaching sessions to support ongoing staff development, has significantly strengthened service delivery.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Our commitment to reduce our environmental impact, embrace new technologies, and improve access to health and wellbeing services.