Online consultation

Archive

Online GP consultations reached peak in August 2024

Online and video GP consultations reached a peak in August 2024 with 5% of patients seen virtually, according to NHS England data.
Read More

Patient harm linked to GP tech is ‘underreported’, says report

Patient safety incidents relating to the use of GP online consultation tools have been underreported, according to an HSSIB investigation.
Read More

NHSE and NICE invite comments on pathway to fast-track MedTech

NHS England and NICE have invited comments on proposals for MedTech developers to fast-track products for use in the NHS.
Read More

Digital platform offers online consultations with community pharmacists

A new digital platform has been launched, allowing patients to book free online Pharmacy First consultations with community pharmacists.
Read More

NHS England and NICE announce plan to speed up innovative tech adoption

NHS England and NICE have outlined a joint proposal to help fast-track clinically and cost-effective products for use by the
Read More

Up to three out of four Londoners using digital tools to interact with GPs

A new report from the Health Innovation Network and NHSE indicates that up to three quarters of Londoners have used
Read More

Digital GP provider Push Doctor acquired by Square Health

Digital GP provider Push Doctor has been acquired by Square Health, a provider of private digital healthcare, for an undisclosed
Read More