Torbay Hospital is a district general hospital in Devon, England, providing a wide range of acute and specialist services. The Paediatrics Department manages a diverse caseload of patients and relies on up-to-date clinical guidelines and antibiotic prescribing protocols to ensure safe, evidence-based care.
The team’s primary challenges were difficulty accessing guidelines and the time wasted searching for clinical resources. Staff needed a more efficient way to find the right information quickly, particularly around antibiotic prescribing, where delays or uncertainty could affect patient care and safety.
The implementation was well received, with the team taking Eolas Medical on board quickly and without resistance. Although the department’s broader guidelines were still being prepared for the platform at the time of feedback, the microbiology guidelines were already live and in active use. Almost all staff were using Eolas Medical for antibiotic guidance within a short time of launch.
The most immediate impact has been on antibiotic prescribing. Eolas Medical has reduced the time spent finding the right choice of antibiotics, with clinicians reporting they can now access the information they need almost immediately. Junior doctors in particular have benefited, prescribing antibiotics in accordance with guidelines and doing so with greater confidence.
Staff satisfaction has improved, with the team noting reduced frustration and increased confidence among junior staff. The platform has been praised for its user-friendly interface and ease of navigation.
“It is user-friendly, easy to navigate, and is a very appealing interface.”
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