Discover how pharmacies are alleviating pressure on GP practices
In today’s healthcare landscape, the increasing demand for GP services can feel overwhelming. Enter the NHS Pharmacy First scheme—an innovative approach that’s helping to ease the burden on GP practices. Our infographic, “Rerouting Patient Care,” showcases how this scheme enables pharmacies to take on minor ailments, freeing up valuable GP appointment slots for more complex patient needs.
What is Referral Flow?
At the heart of this initiative is Referral Flow from DLA, a cutting-edge electronic streaming solution designed to optimise primary care teamwork. By empowering reception teams to identify minor ailment symptoms, Referral Flow facilitates seamless referrals to local pharmacists. This not only enhances patient access to care but also significantly reduces surgery costs.
The benefits are clear
Imagine a typical GP practice in England with around 10,000 patients needing to manage approximately 700 appointments each week. Research indicates that about 17.5% of these appointments are for minor ailments—conditions easily treated at your local pharmacy. With Referral Flow, reception teams can efficiently stream these cases to pharmacies, ensuring patients receive timely care while alleviating pressure on GPs.
By embracing this strategy, practices can benefit from additional same-day referral options, ultimately processing workloads more effectively. Meanwhile, patients enjoy quicker access to consultations, contributing to improved health outcomes.
Why download our infographic?
Our infographic distills these insights into a visually engaging format, highlighting the tangible benefits of the NHS Pharmacy First scheme. Discover how your practice can streamline operations, save costs and enhance patient care. Don’t miss out—download our infographic today and start transforming the way your practice manages patient care!
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