Integrated Diagnostics: A Strategic Priority?

"Why is diagnostic tech still procured in silos, and why does that need to change?" asks Chris Scarisbrick

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Many UK procurement strategies still treat radiology and pathology as separate entities, despite the need for integrated diagnostics.
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Pathologists face increasing pressures from policy demands, while radiology also contends with growing imaging volumes and workforce shortages.
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Integrated diagnostics can enhance efficiency and patient outcomes by combining radiology and pathology under a single enterprise imaging platform.
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Separate funding models for pathology and imaging networks lead to duplicated costs and inefficiencies in healthcare delivery.
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Regions that prioritize integrated diagnostics have shown improved outcomes, highlighting the potential benefits of a unified approach.

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